Flemington Planning Board Tackles Affordable Housing Plan Amid Local Business Concerns

Overview: During a recent meeting, the Flemington Planning Board addressed issues, from affordable housing obligations to local business disruptions due to construction. Additionally, the board heard public concerns regarding construction impacts on local businesses, particularly the ongoing development at Liberty Village.

Cherry Hill School Board Celebrates New Rutgers Partnership and Addresses Communication Strategies

Overview: The recent Cherry Hill School Board meeting was marked by the announcement of a new partnership with Rutgers University aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for local students. The collaboration, which is expected to be finalized soon, will allow up to 24 Cherry Hill students to participate in a program offering college courses, with the potential for dual credit, beginning in September. The program could serve as a model for similar partnerships between Rutgers and other educational institutions.

San Francisco School Board Faces Outcry Over Potential Pause of Ethnic Studies Program

Overview: The recent San Francisco Unified School Board meeting was dominated by public concerns over the potential pausing of the ethnic studies program as a graduation requirement. This topic sparked discussion, with numerous educators, administrators, and community members vocalizing their support for the program.

NYC Citywide Council on Special Education Tackles Gaps in Support for Preschool Students.

Overview: In a recent meeting of the NYC Citywide Council on Special Education, officials addressed significant gaps in special education services for preschool students, particularly focusing on the challenges faced by children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and the struggles of families navigating the system. The discussions were intense, covering a wide range of issues from service shortages to community-based support.

Hamilton-Wenham School Committee Faces Community Resistance Over School Consolidation and Electric Bus Transition

Overview: The Hamilton-Wenham Regional School Committee meeting on June 24, 2025, was marked by notable tensions surrounding the proposed school consolidation plan and the potential transition to electric buses. Community members voiced concerns about the committee’s governance and decision-making processes, with opposition to altering voting thresholds for school projects and the perceived haste in adopting electric buses. The meeting also addressed the financial and logistical challenges of these initiatives.