- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 1/18/24
- 01/19/2024
- 147 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The East Brunswick School Board recently convened to address the issues of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) in education and the controversy surrounding the disbanding of the security committee. The board’s engagement with the integration of AI in the school curriculum was a focal point of the meeting. Superintendent Victor Valeski and Dr. Herbert Palo, the supervisor of educational technology, emphasized the need for a balanced approach to AI in education. This included recognition of the impact of AI on academic integrity, with a focus on using generative AI responsibly. The board discussed introducing an AI detection tool by Turnitin and forming working groups to ensure diverse representation and comprehensive input in developing AI policies.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 7/12/23
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In its recent meeting, the Closter Board of Education focused on preparing for the 2023-2024 school year, approving a contingency virtual or remote instruction plan while also setting the stage for an important bond referendum vote on September 26, 2023. The meeting took place at Tenakill Middle School on July 12 and was presided over by Board President Melody Finkelstein.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 7/19/23
- 98 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent New Milford School Board meeting convened with an extensive discussion about the educational journey of students to Japan. There were talks of the board’s multiple governance responsibilities, the state of the upcoming school year, and the pressing challenges related to harassment, intimidation, and bullying.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 6/29/23
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In its June 29 meeting, the Northvale School Board tackled a multitude of topics that impact the future of the district’s educational trajectory. Key decisions were made, encompassing a series of appointments for the 2023-2024 school year, the successful conclusion of several referendum projects, a $10.7 million tax levy, and an award for HVAC upgrades at Northvale Public School.