The board also addressed concerns raised by parents Thomas Park and Chris Potts during the public comment session. Park called for a safe and respectful environment, free from intimidation, especially for vulnerable children, while Potts advocated for adequate planning in the face of increasing enrollments and zoning decisions by the City of Princeton. These comments pointed to deeper community issues related to student well-being and the adequacy of school facilities.

Additionally, the recent designation of January as school board recognition month was acknowledged by Superintendent Kelley, who commended the board’s diverse expertise and commitment. The meeting also touched on the proposed expansion plans for Littlebrook School, with community members voicing concerns about the adequacy of facilities. The debate on the High Tops curriculum at the middle school revealed contrasting perspectives on its inclusion of intersectionality and power dynamics, with speakers both opposing and supporting such content in the school curriculum.

The operations committee discussed upcoming infrastructure projects, including roof replacements and HVAC projects, along with sustainability initiatives like energy efficiency campaigns and rooftop solar arrays. The upgrade of the district’s 10 gigabit network was another significant topic, with plans for new switches, cabling, and Wi-Fi access points recommended for approval.

In personnel matters, the board discussed the transition to a new communication group and the replacement for the interim assistant superintendent of HR. Policy changes reflecting new laws and district practices were moved for readings, and the implementation of threat assessment teams was debated. The student achievement committee highlighted the Middle School adult living skills program and new ideas for college counseling.