Harrington Park School Board Outlines Staffing Changes, Approves Shared Services Agreement

Overview: In a meeting held at the Community Church Founders Hall on June 15, the Harrington Park School Board announced several staffing changes for the 2023-24 school year, approved an Annual Shared Services Agreement for CDL Bus Drivers with the Northern Valley Regional High School Board, and set compensation rates for the Spartan Summer Escape Enrichment Program. The meeting was presided over by Board President Peter Toomin and attended by Board Vice President Matthew Lehmann, Trustees Brenda Cho, Stephen Hahm, and Tommy Perides, Acting Superintendent Jessica Nitzberg, and Business Administrator/Board Secretary Bryan Jursca.

Parent Raises Concern About Student Data Leak in Emerson Schools

Overview: In a recent Emerson School Board meeting, a concerned parent pressed the school’s administration for clarity on a recent data breach and the lack of communication to affected families. Meanwhile, the board revealed robust performance metrics, including surpassing state averages in newly implemented assessments and celebrating a record average AP score. The meeting also addressed diversity and inclusion efforts, facilities upgrades, and community engagement initiatives as the district prepares for the upcoming school year.

Traffic Woes and District Transparency Dominate Ridgefield Park School Board Meeting

Overview: In a recent gathering of the Ridgefield Park School Board, members and community participants grappled with persistent issues of traffic congestion around the school, alongside procedural transparency concerns and preparations for the upcoming academic year.

Elmwood Park School Board Responds to Social Media Allegations: “We’re Not Hiding Anything”

Overview: In a recent Elmwood Park School Board meeting, the board responded to criticisms surrounding their financial transparency and decision-making, with one member stressing, “we’re not hiding anything, we’re very transparent in what was going on.” Superintendent Anthony Lachetti also provided an update on district preparations for the upcoming school year, addressing transportation challenges and thanking numerous individuals for their summer efforts.

East Rutherford Council Greenlights Amusement Games at American Dream

Overview: In its recent meeting, the East Rutherford Borough Council took action on the community’s infrastructure, safety, and recreation.