- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 11/15/23
- 31 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Middlesex School Board meeting, the board discussed its commitment to mental health support and innovative educational practices, particularly at Von Mauger Middle School.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 10/16/23
- 176 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The recent Ridgewood School Board meeting spotlighted Superintendent Mark Schwarz’s attainment of his doctorate while juggling responsibilities during the COVID era. At the same time, the meeting was marked by concerns regarding school board election timings, criticisms of board member Michael Lembo, and the reopening of high school fields.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 8/30/23
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Palisades Park Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Dr. Joseph Cirillo outlined the major infrastructural improvements executed over the summer. The Early Childhood Center (ECC) now has fully air-conditioned classrooms, and new boilers have been set up at Lindbergh School. Asbestos remediation in the library was completed at Palisades Park High School (PPHS), along with the start of essential HVAC project piping. The PPHS cafeteria bathrooms were also renovated, utilizing existing budgets without additional taxpayer burden. Lindbergh School is set to undertake a significant reconstruction following a fire incident, which rendered all books unsalvageable. Anticipated insurance reimbursement stands at around $1 million. Moreover, Dr. Cirillo expressed an intention to include a student representative in future board meetings, starting from September.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 8/28/23
- 49 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
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.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 7/26/23
- 38 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent public meeting, the Mahwah School Board announced the establishment of a state-mandated threat assessment team to ensure student safety. The board discussed a plethora of other topics including summer learning programs, student achievements, infrastructural updates, and potential new educational partnerships.