- NJ
- Sussex County
- 10/17/24
- 10/17/2024
- 244 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Vernon School Board meeting focused heavily on the analysis of student performance data, particularly in the context of the New Jersey Student Learning Assessments (NJSLA) and Advanced Placement (AP) course outcomes. The data revealed both successes and areas needing improvement, with an emphasis on adapting curricula and instructional strategies to address post-pandemic educational challenges.
- MA
- Worcester County
- 10/17/24
- 10/17/2024
- 157 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Narragansett Regional School Committee recently gathered to deliberate on a diverse array of topics, with particular emphasis on educational policy resolutions. A significant portion of the meeting revolved around the Massachusetts Association of School Committees’ (MASC) proposed resolution advocating for an immediate moratorium on the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS) testing. This issue sparked a discussion, revealing a divide among committee members on the potential impacts of suspending the current testing system without a ready substitute.
- MA
- Suffolk County
- 10/17/24
- 10/17/2024
- 67 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Revere Traffic Commission approved a proposal to convert Essic Street to a one-way street in a northerly direction from Park Avenue to Mountain Avenue, responding to resident concerns about safety and traffic congestion.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 10/17/24
- 10/17/2024
- 86 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent Saddle Brook Town Council meeting, residents expressed concerns about the ongoing rat infestation in the north end of town and questioned the financial management and transparency of the council. The public comments highlighted frustrations with how the council has addressed both issues.
- NJ
- Camden County
- 10/17/24
- 10/17/2024
- 120 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Haddonfield School Board meeting featured discussions on several issues, including a contentious policy concerning the participation of homeschooled students in school sports, and the financial implications of transitioning to electric buses. Community members participated, voicing strong opinions on these and other matters.