St. Paul Housing Authority Approves Charter School Bond Resolutions Amidst Dissent

Overview: In a recent meeting, the St. Paul Housing & Redevelopment Authority approved two resolutions authorizing the issuance and sale of conduit charter school lease revenue and refunding bonds for Nova Classical Academy and Twin Cities Academy projects, despite one commissioner expressing opposition due to concerns over their impact on public schools.

Sayreville Board Approves Residential Subdivision Amid Redevelopment Plans

Overview: In the latest Sayreville Borough Planning Board meeting, discussions centered on the approval of a residential subdivision application and a study of a potentially redevelopment area. The board approved Chickle LLC’s proposal to subdivide a lot on Cleveland Avenue, while also advancing a study that could designate a nearby area for redevelopment without using eminent domain.

Manchester School Board Tackles Shared Services and Celebrates Student Initiatives

Overview: The Manchester School Board meeting focused on shared service agreements with neighboring districts, celebrated student community service, and addressed community involvement in special education support groups.

Saddle Brook School Board Plans Facility Upgrades and Instructional Improvements

Overview: The recent Saddle Brook School Board meeting focused on significant district-wide facility upgrades, instructional improvements in mathematics and science, and critical staffing changes. Facility enhancements included the relocation of the central office, upgrades to athletic fields, and various school building renovations. The board also set goals to enhance mathematics instruction and improve science state testing scores, alongside addressing staffing needs, particularly in middle school science and math special education.

Montville School Board Faces Safety Concerns After Student Left Unattended on Bus, Debates Cell Phone Policy

Overview: The Montville School Board meeting was marked by a heated discussion on the district’s transportation safety after a student in the Extended School Year program was left unattended on a bus for over two hours. The meeting also saw debate on potential changes to the district’s policy on cell phone usage in schools, with members considering a range of options from a total ban to partial restrictions.