Award-Winning Pascack Dance Team Makes Appeal for Uniform Funding

Overview: Members of the Pascack Regional Dance Team, which boasts over 22 national championship titles, appeared before the Pascack Valley School Board to appeal for financial assistance to purchase new uniforms. The appeal came amid discussions of remarkable advancements in standardized test scores and academic achievement metrics, with the district outperforming state averages in multiple categories.

Fair Lawn School Board Recognizes Dedication amid Controversy, Sets Ambitious Educational Goals

Overview: In a recent Fair Lawn School Board meeting, a riveting discussion on educator Janine Hayek’s recognition took center stage. Amid controversy and Facebook furor due to an article Hayek assigned years prior concerning Israeli attacks on the Gaza Strip, fervent supporters and board members rose to her defense, emphasizing her invaluable contributions to the district and significant role in civic participation by registering high school students to vote. One board member shared, “I am eager to recognize Miss Hayek…so that the community and the school community can join in the recognition.”

Upper Saddle River School Board Gears Up for an Optimistic 2023/24 Academic Year

Overview: In a series of June meetings, the Upper Saddle River School Board set in motion significant preparations and policy updates for the forthcoming academic year at Cavallini Middle School Auditorium.

Saddle Brook School Board Outlines New Initiatives Amid Rising ELL Enrollment

Overview: In a recent Saddle Brook School Board meeting, Superintendent Toni Violetti unveiled a series of new initiatives and changes for the upcoming academic year, most notably addressing the rising English Language Learner (ELL) population and the importance of social and emotional learning.

Englewood Schools Boast Rising Proficiency, Announce Mentoring Initiative

Overview: In a recent gathering of the Englewood School Board, discussions regarding student proficiency based on standardized testing results and an innovative mentoring program stood out.