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- Essex County
- 3/18/24
- 03/18/2024
- 163 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the West Orange School Board grappled with a budget shortfall for the 2024-25 school year, state aid reductions, and the potential elimination of 30 to 40 staff positions. The meeting also celebrated the achievements of distinguished educators and introduced a new ELA curriculum to enhance student literacy.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 2/26/24
- 02/26/2024
- 62 Minutes
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Overview: The West Orange School Board meeting centered around the recognition of contributions from retiring teachers and discussions on educational programs and student activities. The board acknowledged the retirement of Mr. Albert Austin, a teacher whose service left a notable impact on the district. Additionally, the meeting addressed educational initiatives, student achievements, and community engagement, focusing on several topics including the retirement of Miss Terry Trig Scales and her late husband Errol Scales, the student liaisons’ report from West Orange High School, the superintendent’s recognitions, public comments on transportation and education, and the approval of resolutions concerning personnel.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 1/4/24
- 01/04/2024
- 19 Minutes
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Overview: In a notable start to the new year, the West Orange School Board held its reorganization meeting on January 4th, 2024, where it elected Brian Rock as President and Maria Vera as Vice President. The meeting saw the swearing-in of newly elected official Maria Vera. Superintendent Hayden Moore and board members expressed high regard for Vera’s intellect and dedication to education.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 12/20/23
- 31 Minutes
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Overview: The West Orange School Board meeting on December 20th, 2023 saw the retirement of board member Melinda Huerta and the celebration of the successful Family Math Night at Washington School. Superintendent Hayden Moore presented reports on harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) investigations, all of which were found to be unfounded. The board also acknowledged various school initiatives and events.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 11/13/23
- 225 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent West Orange School Board meeting, community members raised concerns regarding the district’s treatment of students involved in pro-Palestinian protests. Speakers, including a representative from the Council on American Islamic Relations, voiced support for students’ rights and criticized alleged intimidating tactics and censorship by the board. Concerns were raised about the safety of Muslim students and remarks by a board member suggesting negative views of Palestinians.
