North Brunswick School Board Discusses Student Performance Gaps, Approves District Improvement Plan

Overview: In a recent North Brunswick School Board meeting, officials focused on addressing student assessment results, particularly the persistent performance gaps across various demographics, and outlined the District Improvement Plan mandated by the New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum (NJQSAC) review.

Belvidere School Board Approves New Member and Discusses Curriculum Overhaul and Administrative Concerns

Overview: The Belvidere School Board meeting featured the appointment of a new board member, discussions on educational platforms, and concerns about administrative changes.

Morris Township Settles Affordable Housing Litigation, Plans 50-Unit Development

Overview: At the recent Morris Town Council meeting, officials discussed the settlement of a protracted litigation regarding the township’s affordable housing obligations. The settlement permits the development of a 50-unit, 100% affordable housing project on county-owned land behind existing supportive housing on Catch Road near Hanover Avenue. This resolution was reached to avoid the potential requirement to develop 200 additional units, which would have increased the township’s total obligations. The county’s provision of land at no cost facilitated this agreement, and efforts to secure financing from a developer specializing in affordable housing are ongoing.

Brookline School Committee Honors Paraprofessional for Life-Saving Actions, Discusses Diversity, Safety, and Strategic Plans

Overview: The Brookline School Committee meeting covered a range of topics, from honoring a paraprofessional for her heroic actions to discussing diversity initiatives, safety measures, and strategic plans. Key discussions included the need for a crossing guard at Pierce School, the success of a diversity recruitment event, and the results of a staff and family climate survey.

Garwood Planning Board Reviews Five-Year School District Plan Amid Financial Constraints

Overview: The Garwood Planning Board meeting on September 25, 2023, focused intensely on the presentation of a five-year plan for the school district by Superintendent Kenny and the financial challenges associated with implementing this plan. Discussions covered essential infrastructure upgrades, enrollment projections, and budgetary constraints that could impact the district’s ability to meet its goals.