River Vale School Board Highlights Progress on Construction Projects and Upcoming Educational Initiatives
- Meeting Overview:
In the recent River Vale School Board meeting, updates were provided on ongoing construction projects and educational initiatives for the upcoming school year. The meeting outlined the progress in the construction of school facilities, including a temporary certificate of occupancy for new offices and continued work on the second phase of the annex. Additionally, the superintendent highlighted various educational initiatives and the preparations for the start of the new school year.
The meeting began with a detailed report on the ongoing construction projects within the district. It was noted that the annex construction is progressing well, with a temporary certificate of occupancy granted for certain offices. The second phase is ongoing, and board members expressed their gratitude to the staff and team for their efforts in maintaining the progress over the summer. The construction includes three new canopies at Holm Middle School, with final touches scheduled for completion during the school year.
The superintendent provided an overview of preparations for the new school year, emphasizing the finalization of class schedules and student placements. The parent portal has been opened for parents to access important forms and view their child’s placement. Recent construction efforts were highlighted, and the community was thanked for its support in enhancing district facilities.
Additionally, a brief presentation on the WEDA access 2.0 assessment was given, explaining its role in monitoring language proficiency among multilingual learners. The presentation noted that some students have exited the program.
Melissa Signore
School Board Officials:
Steven Rosini, Patrice Pintarelli, Jamie Assor, Louan Austin, Cheryl Berkowitz, Virginia “Ginny” Senande, Arthur White, MELISSA SIGNORE (Superintendent), KELLY IPPOLITO (School Business Administrator/Board Secretary)
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
08/26/2025
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Recording Published:
08/27/2025
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Duration:
15 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
New Jersey
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County:
Bergen County
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Towns:
River Vale
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