Glen Rock School Board Navigates Complex Goal-Setting Session

Overview: In a recent session marked with somber reflections and pivotal discussions about the future of Glen Rock school district, the school board delineated and examined prospective goals for the coming year. A sizeable part of the discourse revolved around a proposal to explicitly state the board’s commitment to “good faith” negotiations with the Glen Rock Education Association (GREA) in its official list of objectives, an initiative that saw diverging viewpoints on its necessity and implications.

Bergen Community College Board of Trustees Honors Late Steve Paulino with Scholarship

Overview: In a Bergen Community College Board of Trustees meeting held on September 6, 2023, members united in mourning and honoring the life and legacy of the late Steve Paulino, a former board member who served from November 2019 until his passing earlier this year. Alongside this, the board navigated discussions on new collaborations, celebrated student achievements, and steered the course for institutional accreditation.

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.

Auditorium Mold and LGBTQ Curriculum Stir Concern at Glen Rock School Board Meeting

Overview: A recent Glen Rock School Board meeting celebrated a significant rise in graduation readiness among 11th-grade students. However, the jubilation was punctuated with concerns over perceived educational shifts and the state of school facilities.

Bergen County Approves Over $100 Million in Bonds for Vital Improvements; Hears Firing Range Proposal

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, over $100 million in bonds were introduced and approved for various departments and community projects, from health improvements to public works and educational facilities. A proposal for a new state-of-the-art firing range was also made. The commissioners expressed pride in various community engagements and discussed plans for environmental, educational, and inclusivity initiatives.