- NJ
- Union County
- 3/28/24
- 03/28/2024
- 322 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Elizabeth School Board meeting was marked by a celebration of student and staff achievements alongside discussions on improvements in special education, school security during testing, and the introduction of new sustainability initiatives. The board recognized the championship-winning Elizabeth Minutemen and Lady Minutemen basketball teams, honored a school counselor awarded by the New Jersey School Counselor Association, and highlighted the receipt of a Sustainable Jersey for Schools Grant by Juan Pablo Duarte Jose Julian Marti School. Furthermore, the meeting delved into the implementation of a corrective action plan for state assessment security, the authorization of an immigrant student information session, and the review of academic performance and attendance data.
- NJ
- Gloucester County
- 3/27/24
- 03/27/2024
- 70 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Washington Township Town Council meeting, the community’s focus on support for individuals with disabilities was put at the forefront. The council showed unanimous support for a new initiative aimed at assisting special needs individuals during emergency responses and recognized the advocacy work of Miss Wheelchair New Jersey, Kelly Stout.
- FL
- Miami-Dade County
- 3/27/24
- 03/27/2024
- 86 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Miami Lakes Mental Health Task Force convened recently to discuss various initiatives aimed at bolstering mental health support and awareness in the community. The meeting’s discussions ranged from organizing upcoming events to debates on ethics and sponsorship, as well as the distribution of resources including a mental health self-assessment worksheet. The planning of a significant suicide awareness event in September and collaborations with local law enforcement for community education were among the focal points.
- NJ
- Union County
- 03/27/2024
- 89 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Union School Board meeting brought to light developments within the school district, including the approval of new budgets with an unprecedented increase in state aid, the recognition of high-achieving students and athletes, and the implementation of community partnerships and programs. These topics, along with the remembrance of two beloved former teachers, were among one notable issues addressed.
- MA
- Worcester County
- 3/26/24
- 03/26/2024
- 86 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Gardner Public Welfare Committee meeting featured discussions centered on expanding vocational training opportunities for Gardner Public Schools in partnership with Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School (Mon Tech).