The marching band and color guard’s victory was a focal point of the meeting, as they were congratulated for securing their first-ever state title and achieving second place at the Atlantic Coast Championships. This achievement marked the band’s best performance in history. The board expressed pride in the band’s accomplishment and announced their participation in the upcoming borough tree lighting ceremony on December 1st.

Another topic was the update on re-registration for students in specific grades. Parents and guardians of 4th, 8th, and 11th graders were reminded of the December 6th deadline to verify their residency within the district through the Genesis system. The board emphasized the importance of this process in maintaining accurate student records.

The meeting also featured a presentation by London Thomas, a student representative and sophomore class president. Thomas highlighted recent and upcoming school activities, including the undefeated season of the marching band, the boys’ soccer team advancing to the state sectional finals, and various events such as the pep rally and student assemblies. Thomas also advocated for healthier vending machine options.

Further acknowledgments were given to the fall sports teams for their successful seasons. The achievements of student-athletes were celebrated, including six students who participated in a college commitment signing day. The board praised the efforts of the athletic director in facilitating student athlete recruitment and acknowledged the hard work of all involved in the sports programs.

Lastly, the board announced that applications are being accepted for members of the high school’s Hall of Fame selection committee, with a deadline of December 12th for submissions. This initiative aims to honor individuals who have contributed to the school community.