- NJ
- Middlesex County
- 12/16/24
- 12/17/2024
- 73 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting on December 16, 2024, the Highland Park School Board tackled a range of topics from evaluating student performance data to celebrating community achievements and planning for future projects. The meeting, which took place in a hybrid format, was marked by discussions on educational benchmarks, budget considerations, and new initiatives for the upcoming school year.
- NJ
- Morris County
- 12/16/24
- 12/17/2024
- 119 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Pequannock School Board meeting was primarily focused on celebrating the achievements of the Pequannock Township High School Marching Band, which recently secured the 2024 Group Three State Championship. Additionally, the meeting honored board member Megan Dempsey for her six years of service. The session also touched on topics such as special education, school schedule surveys, and upcoming changes in staffing and policy.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 12/16/24
- 12/16/2024
- 72 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Belleville School Board meeting, concerns were raised regarding the installation of a chemical treatment system at School No. 8 and the middle school, with an allocation of nearly $113,000. The discussion centered on whether the system was intended for potable drinking water or other uses, such as heating or cleaning. The potential risk to student safety if the treatment involved drinking water heightened the need for clarity. Additionally, an appropriation of nearly $9,000 for hazardous chemical management services in the high school science department was questioned, as it involved hiring an outside firm to dispose of hazardous materials. The board’s budgetary decisions came under further scrutiny when a participant critiqued the previous budget proposal, which initially called for a 10.2% increase in the local tax levy. Despite a reduction to a 4% increase, the final decision resulted in a 6.4% increase imposed by the district, prompting questions about the justification for exceeding the typical 2% cap, given the additional state aid of over $75 million.
- NJ
- Essex County
- 12/16/24
- 12/16/2024
- 72 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During the recent Belleville School Board meeting, concerns were raised regarding the installation of a chemical treatment system at School No. 8 and the middle school, with an allocation of nearly $113,000. The discussion centered on whether the system was intended for potable drinking water or other uses, such as heating or cleaning. The potential risk to student safety if the treatment involved drinking water heightened the need for clarity. Additionally, an appropriation of nearly $9,000 for hazardous chemical management services in the high school science department was questioned, as it involved hiring an outside firm to dispose of hazardous materials. The board’s budgetary decisions came under further scrutiny when a participant critiqued the previous budget proposal, which initially called for a 10.2% increase in the local tax levy. Despite a reduction to a 4% increase, the final decision resulted in a 6.4% increase imposed by the district, prompting questions about the justification for exceeding the typical 2% cap, given the additional state aid of over $75 million.
- NJ
- Somerset County
- 12/16/24
- 12/18/2024
- 94 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Bernards School Board meeting, the introduction of a new girls flag football team at Ridge High School, plans for educational initiatives, and discussions on facilities operations took center stage. The board also tackled issues related to curriculum changes, financial strategies, and community developments, providing an overview of the district’s current and future endeavors.
