Fair Lawn School Board Confronts Concerns Over Inappropriate Use of Student Images

Overview: The Fair Lawn School Board meeting on September 6, 2024, at Thomas Jefferson School addressed several issues, including the inappropriate use of student images by an administrator, the introduction of new educational programs, and community feedback on district initiatives.

Teachers’ Union Negotiations Dominate South Orange-Maplewood School Board Meeting

Overview: The South Orange-Maplewood School Board meeting, held recently, was marked by discussions about ongoing negotiations between the district and the South Orange-Maplewood Education Association (SAA). Community members, teachers, and board members expressed strong sentiments regarding teacher compensation, district financial management, and the treatment of educators.

Middleborough School Committee Stresses Importance of SATs and Early College Applications

Overview: The recent Middleborough School Committee meeting emphasized the critical aspects of the college application process, focusing on timely SAT testing, the Common Application, and the importance of early action for college admissions. The session served as the third workshop in a series designed to guide students and families through the complexities of college applications.

Naviance Program Expansion Discussed at West Orange School Board Meeting

Overview: The West Orange School Board meeting focused on the detailed presentation and discussion of the Naviance College and Career Readiness program, emphasizing its role in guiding students from middle school through high school in exploring career paths and preparing for college.

Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee Confronts Staffing Crisis Amid Enrollment Surge

Overview: The Bridgewater-Raynham Regional School Committee meeting addressed several issues, including a staffing crisis, budgetary concerns, and the Extended School Year (ESY) program’s outcomes. Among these, the most pressing was the district’s struggle with staffing shortages, which have led to increased class sizes and overwhelming workloads for educational staff.