- NJ
- Bergen County
- 2/21/24
- 02/22/2024
- 80 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Ridgefield Park School Board meeting on February 21st, 2024, highlighted concerns regarding student resources, particularly in special education, math instruction, and English as a Second Language (ESL) support. The meeting, which drew active participation from the community, also covered issues such as the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJ GPA) results, the expansion of the Early Childhood program, and acknowledged the accomplishments of the academic decathlon team and a successful fundraiser.
- FL
- Hillsborough County
- 2/20/24
- 02/20/2024
- 200 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At a recent Hillsborough County School Board meeting, the proposal to convert Apollo Beach Elementary School into a K-8 institution captured attention due to community support and the potential impact on student education and well-being. Additionally, the board addressed the need for mental health services expansion and the importance of specialized support for teachers in managing trauma and enhancing literacy initiatives.
- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 2/7/24
- 02/08/2024
- 90 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the New Brunswick City Council approved a right of way for the University Hospital and Property Corporation and unanimously supported ordinances for the addition of a street, apartment, and street to city traffic laws. Councilman John Anderson was sworn in as Council Vice President for 2023-2024. The meeting also delved into a heated discussion on the management salary ordinance, with public concerns about transparency and salary ranges. A comprehensive presentation on Baker Park’s potential renovations was given, covering enhancements and inviting public input. Concerns were voiced about the preservation of trees and the inclusion of a soccer field. The council debated the effectiveness of Code Blue funding and the expansion of the high school gym. Discussions on the city’s climate action plan, drug prevention efforts, and homelessness outreach programs were also highlighted. A local resident criticized the police department’s conduct, and Councilmember Suzanne M. Sicora Ludwig supported voting rights for 16 and 17-year-olds in Board of Education elections.
- NJ
- Atlantic County
- 2/8/24
- 02/08/2024
- 87 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Hammonton School Board recently convened to recognize exceptional achievements within the district, from the athletic triumphs of the high school field hockey team to the dedication of its educators, as exemplified by the Teachers of the Year awards. Amidst these celebrations, the Board was presented with the 2022-2023 School District audit report, which revealed a solid financial standing with an unmodified opinion on the financial statements. Additionally, the Board discussed ongoing projects, such as the Early Childhood Center (ECC) construction, and addressed policy approvals and new hires, highlighting the district’s forward momentum in education and infrastructure.
- NJ
- Ocean County
- 2/8/24
- 02/08/2024
- 170 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the recent Brick School Board meeting, members addressed issues concerning mental health services and the need for increased funding for schools, alongside updates on upcoming student activities and district operational advancements.