Keansburg School Board Highlights Student Achievements and Program Successes

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Keansburg School Board focused on the accomplishments of students and the success of district programs, with particularly notable presentations on the Gifted and Talented program and the district’s Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) grades. Additionally, the Board addressed financial stability, approved personnel actions, and commended various student activities.

Keansburg School Board Tackles Budget and Safety Concerns

Overview: The Keansburg School Board meeting addressed issues regarding the district’s budget, with an emphasis on fiscal responsibility and the impact on local tax levies, as well as security concerns with schools being used as polling stations. The board discussed detailed aspects of the budget presentation, which highlighted a decrease in school tax, adherence to purchasing laws, and plans for advancing technology using stabilization aid money. The meeting also saw discussions on the potential creation of a school health insurance fund to combat rising health benefit costs and the utilization of shared services to maintain fiscal stability.

Keansburg Board Approves Tentative Budget for 2024-2025 School Year

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Keansburg School Board focused on the fiscal responsibility and future planning for the district. The board approved the tentative budget for the 2024-2025 school year. The board also approved participation in the educational Cooperative pricing system for the 2023-2025 school year.

Keansburg School District Honors Top Educators Amidst Concerns

Overview: The Keansburg School Board meeting culminated with the announcement of the district’s Educator of the Year award, which was presented to Mr. James Reed. In addition, the meeting was marked by a series of concerns raised by parents regarding student safety and staff conduct, as well as the recognition of other exceptional staff members and community involvement in school activities.

Keansburg School Board Welcomes Therapy Dogs, Approves New Internship Location

Overview: At the recent Keansburg School Board meeting, key topics included the implementation of therapy dogs in the high school, spearheaded by the guidance department, and the approval of a new internship location for senior students. The therapy dogs, introduced to enhance the educational environment, have been well-received, providing emotional support to students and staff. The Board also focused on the district’s financial health, personnel matters, sports achievements, and academic recognitions, including college acceptances. Additional discussions encompassed budgeting, after-school program coordinator salaries, and housekeeping items such as trip approvals and the district’s Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying report.