Fair Lawn School Board Discusses Health Protocols for Opioid Antidotes and Diabetic Care

Overview: The Fair Lawn School Board recently focused its efforts on refining health and safety protocols, with significant discussions around an opioid antidote regulation for high school students and the management of students with diabetes and epilepsy.

Fair Lawn Parent Highlights Need for Student Prayer Spaces at School Board Meeting

Overview: The recent Fair Lawn School Board meeting focused on topics ranging from religious accommodations for Muslim students to the acknowledgment of donations from parent-teacher organizations.

Bergen Vocational School Board Highlights Wellness Initiatives, Student Achievements, and Community Collaborations

Overview: At the recent Regular Public Meeting of the Bergen Vocational School Board, held on August 30, 2023, an array of district highlights were showcased, with special emphasis on the “Navigating Success Through Wellness” initiative and several significant student and district accolades.

County Board Approves Funds for Emergency Repairs at Bergen County Justice Center

Overview: In a recent convergence of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, a myriad of pressing issues and community proposals were brought to the fore, with the emergency condition at the Bergen County Justice Center emerging as the focal point of discussions.

Fair Lawn Considers Revamping Gifted and Talented Program to Prioritize Equity and Mental Health

Overview: In a recent Fair Lawn School Board meeting, sweeping changes were considered for the district’s K-6 Gifted and Talented program. The proposed reforms stemmed from a comprehensive educational consultant’s review and a mandate from the Strengthening Gifted and Talented Education Act (SGTEA) signed by Governor Murphy in 2020. Both sources highlighted the need for an inclusive identification process, enhanced service tiers, and a heightened emphasis on students’ mental health.