Caldwell-West Caldwell School Board Approves Bond Referendum for March Vote

Overview: The Caldwell-West Caldwell School Board held its annual reorganization meeting on January 6, 2025, where it finalized critical decisions including the approval of a bond referendum to be presented to voters in March. The bond, split into two questions, addresses infrastructure and educational enhancements across the district.

Caldwell-West Caldwell School Board Faces Heated Debate Over Inclusivity and Anti-Bullying Policies

Overview: At the Caldwell-West Caldwell School Board meeting, discussions unfolded as parents and community members voiced concerns about recent school programs addressing inclusivity and anti-bullying, particularly focusing on LGBTQ+ topics and the handling of bullying investigations.

Caldwell-West Caldwell School Board Faces Community Debate Over $15.4 Million Fieldhouse Proposal

Overview: The Caldwell-West Caldwell School Board meeting on October 21, 2024, focused on a series of discussions, including a proposed referendum for extensive infrastructure projects, which stirred considerable community debate. The meeting, held in the James Caldwell High School cafeteria, drew attention to the proposed $15.4 million fieldhouse project, raising questions about resource allocation, tax implications, and priorities for educational versus athletic facilities.

Caldwell-West Caldwell School Board Faces Concerns Over $60 Million Fieldhouse Renovation

Overview: The Caldwell-West Caldwell School Board meeting on September 23 covered various issues, including a heavily debated $60 million renovation proposal for the Fieldhouse, safety protocols, and recognition of student achievements.

Caldwell-West Caldwell Board Approves Teacher Contract Amid Class Size Concerns

Overview: The Caldwell-West Caldwell School Board recently approved a new three-year teachers’ contract and addressed concerns over class sizes during a meeting marked by tributes to retiring staff members. The board’s approval of the teachers’ agreement was a key item, but it was the impassioned comments from parents regarding class sizes that dominated the discussion.