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.

Ridgewood School Board Ponders the Future: Late School Starts, AI in Education, and a Renewed Focus on DEI

Overview: In a recent meeting marked by impassioned public input and intricate board discussions, the Ridgewood School Board deliberated a gamut of topics—from a “Late Start” initiative aimed at improving student mental health to integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into the educational landscape. The board also zeroed in on district goals, which include the creation of a more inclusive culture, along with navigating the financial and logistical hurdles of implementing new school policies.

Ridgewood High Unveils New 8:20 AM Start Time Backed by Sleep Science

Overview: In its recent meeting, the Ridgewood School Board discussed a significant shift to later school start times backed by sleep data and surveys. The meeting also covered key topics like data-driven education, new technologies, and a comprehensive view of academic assessment, including state and federal testing.

Ridgewood School Board Debates Strategic Goals Amid Changing College Landscape

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Ridgewood School Board extensively discussed the district’s goals for the upcoming academic year, amidst broader conversations about the evolving landscape of college admissions and the increasing significance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Members are looking to adopt a comprehensive and systematic approach for goal setting, ensuring flexibility to adapt to new information and challenges.