Northern Highlands Board of Education Approves Over $2.7 Million in Infrastructure Upgrades

Overview: The Northern Highlands Regional High School Board of Education met recently to discuss and approve a series of substantial infrastructure upgrades and educational enhancements for the 2023-2024 academic year. The meeting encompassed a range of topics, including significant budget approvals for field and infrastructural improvements and a detailed briefing on safety and educational policies by Superintendent Dr. Scot Beckerman.

South Bergen Jointure Commission Advances Inclusive Partnerships, Staff Changes, and Financial Health

Overview: In a recent meeting that spotlighted key issues affecting South Bergen Jointure Commission schools, the board members discussed several significant matters, including a new partnership with the Boys and Girls Club, a para-training agreement with Felician University, and important personnel changes.

Dumont School Board Approves $1.25 Million Budget and Abolishes Public Relations Policy

Overview: The Dumont Board of Education convened on July 20, 2023, for a work session and regular meeting led by President Theresa Riva. The board made significant decisions, including allocating $1.25 million for the 2023-24 school year and unanimously abolishing the “Public Relations” policy. The board also approved major personnel changes, instructional tools, and grants for special education and school lunch programs.

Park Ridge School Board Selects Legacy Construction and Field Pro in Special Meeting

Overview: In a special meeting lasting just 13 minutes, the Park Ridge Board of Education appointed Legacy Construction Management as the on-site construction management company and Field Pro as the fields and grounds vendor for the district. The brief meeting, which took place on August 3, also saw the approval of staff training and a new salary guide for board office staff.

Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education Terminates Shared Services Agreement, Approves Specialized Student Services

Overview: In a recent comprehensive meeting, the Hasbrouck Heights Board of Education made decisions affecting the district’s 2023-2024 academic year, including terminating its shared services agreement with South Hackensack Board of Education. The meeting, presided over by Board President Lori Cintron, also saw unanimous approvals for a range of services targeting special education students, multiple contracts for student services, and various financial and facilities resolutions.