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- Bergen County
- 6/10/24
- 06/10/2024
- 299 Minutes
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Overview: The recent Ridgewood School Board meeting was marked by community concern over the state of the music program at Ridgewood High School, as well as an extensive review of the math curriculum for grades 6 through 12. Residents highlighted the inadequate facilities for the music program, which are struggling to accommodate an increasing student population and a growing number of ensembles. Overcrowded and outdated facilities were cited as impediments to the program’s success, impacting student safety and education. In response to community feedback, the district acknowledged the need for a comprehensive facilities assessment to address improvement needs, including basic improvements and optimization of space for music programs.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 5/20/24
- 05/20/2024
- 213 Minutes
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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.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 5/16/24
- 05/16/2024
- 136 Minutes
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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.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 5/8/24
- 05/08/2024
- 69 Minutes
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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.
- NJ
- Bergen County
- 4/29/24
- 04/29/2024
- 152 Minutes
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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.
