Parent Urges Branchburg School Board to Address Racial Abuse Incident at Middle School

Overview: The Branchburg School Board meeting addressed a serious incident of racial abuse at a local middle school, discussed policy updates, and elected board officers. A parent, Ms. Davis, spoke about her daughter, Shariah, experiencing racial verbal abuse from other students, calling for the board to take action and enforce discipline. The board proceeded with electing Vincent Carpentier as president and Terry Joyce as vice president. Additionally, donations from the Branchburg Rotary and the Megan Rose Bradley Foundation were acknowledged, and the board discussed the necessity for additional special education teachers in the upcoming year.

Brick Township Council Elects New President and Vice President Amidst Swearing-In Ceremony and Public Concerns

Overview: Brick Township’s recent council meeting was marked by key leadership changes, with Vincent Minichino elected as the new council president and Derek Ambrosino as vice president. The meeting also included swearing-in ceremonies for re-elected Mayor Lisa Crate and several council members. The council approved a slate of professional service contracts and addressed public concerns over environmental issues, specifically the impact of the Garden State Parkway on local health.

Watchung Hills School Board Elects Michael Bernberg as New President

Overview: In a closely contested election during the recent Watchung Hills Regional High School Board of Education meeting, Michael Bernberg was elected as the new Board President, succeeding Bob Morrison. The meeting also saw the induction of three board members and the election of Dan Gall as Vice President.

Verona School Board Elects New President and Addresses Key Educational Policies

Overview: The Verona School Board’s latest meeting was notable for the election of a new board president, the official swearing-in of a newly elected board member, and a heated discussion regarding proposed changes to teacher evaluation laws. Pamela Priscoe was elected as the board president, with Denise Verzella serving as vice president. Superintendent Diane DiGiuseppe emphasized the importance of local decision-making in teacher evaluations and raised concerns about a bill limiting virtual education options. Additionally, the Board acknowledged the achievements of the girls’ volleyball team and other fall sports, and addressed public concerns regarding middle school safety.

Hillsborough School Board Elects New President and Vice President, Addresses Security and Meeting Schedules

Overview: The Hillsborough Township Board of Education convened on January 2nd, electing Mr. Paul Marini as the new board president and Miss Cynthia Nurse as the vice president. The meeting further addressed the introduction of David Stoko as the coordinator of school security operations, the debates surrounding the board meeting schedule, and the discussion on professional travel-related expenses.