Cedar Grove School Board Faces Security Staff Cuts Concerns

Overview: The Cedar Grove School Board meeting was marked by discussions surrounding the district’s budget and security, with community members voicing concerns about the potential elimination of two security guard positions. The budget presentation by the district’s finance officer, Mr. De, revealed a $41.7 million annual budget with a 1.69% increase in the school tax rate. The presentation highlighted new items in the budget, including personnel additions and new math programs. However, the topic that dominated the meeting was the security of students, particularly in light of recent school shootings, with the board acknowledging the valid points raised but not providing a direct response to the rationale behind the cuts.

Cedar Grove School Board Appoints New Superintendent

Overview: In a recent Cedar Grove School Board meeting, the board officially appointed Dr. Peter Turnamian, also known as Dr. T, as the new superintendent of schools, effective July 1, 2024. The appointment followed a comprehensive search process that involved multiple interviews, essay submissions on current district challenges, and a detailed 90-day plan presentation by Dr. Turnamian. The board expressed its confidence in Dr. Turnamian’s leadership abilities and his potential to guide the district toward continuous improvement and success.

Cedar Grove Slashes Solid Waste Budget, Introduces New Ordinances

Overview: In a recent session, Cedar Grove Town Council introduced a resolution to decrease the 2024 solid waste collection district budget by $245,200. The council also tackled pending ordinances aimed at addressing deficits in the water and sewer utilities while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Moreover, the meeting addressed the sale of municipal property, the donation of a vehicle to the volunteer fire department, and the introduction of the 2024 Municipal budget.

Cedar Grove School Board Celebrates Student Excellence and Financial Health

Overview: The Cedar Grove School Board convened to acknowledge the accomplishments of its students and to discuss the positive results of the district’s financial audit. The DECA team was also commended for qualifying for Nationals. Furthermore, the school board received unmodified, clean opinions on all three aspects of its financial audit for the 2022-2023 year, with no issues or deficiencies reported.

Cedar Grove Board Advances Student Achievement and Anti-Bullying Efforts

Overview: The Cedar Grove School Board meeting concentrated on improving student achievement and tackling harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) within schools, while also progressing in the search for a new superintendent. The Board reviewed detailed student performance data, discussed the adoption of a new elementary math series, and engaged with community concerns about the superintendent selection process.