Palisades Park School Board Explores International Exchange Program Amid Financial and Curriculum Overhauls

Overview: In a recent meeting that covered a gamut of topics from financial adjustments to security, the Palisades Park School Board discussed the possibility of establishing an international visit program with South Korean educational institutions. The board members, led by President Eun Min, delved into logistical concerns and community impact.

Maywood Council Greenlights Infrastructure Projects, Debates Security and IT Services

Overview: In its recent meeting, the Maywood Borough Council made significant decisions on a variety of fronts, from prioritizing infrastructural projects funded by local and federal grants to grappling with rising IT costs. Council members also engaged in debates over security measures for Memorial Court and raised concerns about poor planning by utility companies.

Dumont School Board Approves $1.25 Million Budget and Abolishes Public Relations Policy

Overview: The Dumont Board of Education convened on July 20, 2023, for a work session and regular meeting led by President Theresa Riva. The board made significant decisions, including allocating $1.25 million for the 2023-24 school year and unanimously abolishing the “Public Relations” policy. The board also approved major personnel changes, instructional tools, and grants for special education and school lunch programs.

Alpine School Board Approves Emergency Plan Amid Staffing and Facility Upgrades

Overview: In a meeting replete with significant resolutions but missing its President and Vice President, the Alpine Board of Education met on July 24 to approve a flurry of initiatives. The meeting was chaired by Maria DiBiase in the absence of the top brass and attended by members Christine Lewis, Shai Barbi, and Maureen Cheesman. Board member Philip Simotas was notably absent. The headline decision was the approval of an Emergency Virtual or Remote Instruction Plan for the upcoming 2023-2024 academic year.

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.