River Edge School District Wins Top Sustainable NJ Grant for Tree Planting

Overview: The River Edge School Board recently convened to discuss various matters affecting the district. At the forefront, the district proudly announced a significant grant win from Sustainable New Jersey, totaling $137,558, designated for tree planting on school campuses. This award stands out as one of the highest amongst K-12 districts in Bergen County.

Elmwood Park Board Dicusses Pre-K Construction Project and SAT Prep

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Elmwood Park School Board, a variety of educational issues were brought to light, with topics ranging from a significant $15 million Pre-K construction project to the introduction of an SAT prep program. Among these, the board and the community showed particular concern for the struggles faced by a local non-profit sports organization, Elmwood Park Bombers, due to new custodial charges and the challenges in student transportation.

Pasack Valley School Board Considers Girls’ Wrestling Equity

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Pasack Valley School Board, members and staff of the Pascack Valley Regional High School District convened to discuss topics ranging from the introduction of a girls’ wrestling assistant coach position to staff recognition.

New Anti-Bullying Coordinators and Specialists Appointed at Montvale Board of Education Meeting

Overview: During the recent meeting of the Montvale Board of Education held on August 28, 2023, at the Fieldstone Middle School, significant discussions and resolutions pertained to a range of subjects including new hires, resignations, appointments of anti-bullying specialists, salary advancements, and extracurricular appointments. The most significant resolutions involved the appointments of anti-bullying coordinators and specialists. Christina Gouraige was appointed as the district-wide Anti-Bullying Coordinator, while Debra Walker and Nina Fasano were chosen as Anti-Bullying Specialists for Fieldstone Middle School and Memorial Elementary School, respectively.

Band Performance Kicks Off New Academic Year in Mahwah

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Mahwah School Board that burgeoned with a blend of performance celebration and important school updates, Superintendent Dr. Michael DeTuro stood at the forefront spotlighting the exceptional start to the new academic year, topped with the remarkable performance by the school marching band echoing the energizing theme – “whatever it takes.”