Ridgewood School Board Honors Retirees and Discusses Auggie Tech Impact

Overview: In a recent assembly of the Ridgewood School Board, the meeting was marked by a series of farewells to retiring educators, a detailed student research presentation on the Auggie technology at Valley Hospital, and a recognition of the outgoing student representative to the Board of Education. The board also deliberated over a new contract agreement and responded to public concerns regarding a math teacher’s retention, the Alphabet Aftercare program, and the implications of artificial turf fields.

Ridgewood School Board Tackles Academic Performance and Inclusivity

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Ridgewood School Board delved into a comprehensive analysis of academic performance trends, student demographics, and inclusivity within the district’s schools.

Ridgewood Adopts Ordinance for Water Pollution Control Project

Overview: The Ridgewood Council recently conducted a meeting where a new ordinance related to water system compliance was adopted. This critical development, coupled with discussions on various community-oriented proclamations and the introduction of a new local business, encapsulated the council’s focus on enhancing community welfare and supporting local growth.

Ridgewood School Board Faces Calls for Facility Upgrades and Support for Neurodivergent Students

Overview: The latest meeting of the Ridgewood School Board was marked by concerns regarding the physical state of the district’s Little Theater, the support for neurodivergent students, and the challenges of securing recreational spaces for community programs. The proposed budget for the 2024-2025 school year, with an emphasis on maintaining existing programs within a 2% tax levy increase, was also a central topic of discussion.

Ridgewood Council Recognizes Life-Saving Heroes at Meeting

Overview: At the recent Ridgewood Council meeting, the most significant event was the recognition of several individuals who performed a life-saving effort during a Parks and Recreation Conservation Board meeting. A member suffered a heart attack, and due to the quick actions of those present, who administered CPR, and the rapid response of emergency responders, the individual’s life was saved. The individual extended gratitude.