Bergen Community College Celebrates Rising Enrollment and Honors Standout Student

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Bergen Community College Board of Trustees, notable highlights included a surge in school enrollment, a strong push for online courses, and the special recognition of a student who garnered a prestigious national award.

Bergen Vocational School Board Highlights Wellness Initiatives, Student Achievements, and Community Collaborations

Overview: At the recent Regular Public Meeting of the Bergen Vocational School Board, held on August 30, 2023, an array of district highlights were showcased, with special emphasis on the “Navigating Success Through Wellness” initiative and several significant student and district accolades.

$12.5M State Grant Awarded for Doyle School Expansion; Council Approves Key Ordinances

Overview: The recent Borough of Wood-Ridge Council meeting, presided over by Mayor Paulo Sarlo, was marked by significant developments, notably the ceremonial presentation of a $12,500,000 state budget grant for the Doyle School Expansion by NJ State Legislators. The vision for the Highland Avenue Learning Annex was outlined, emphasizing its potential as an expanded school and hub for various public services. The meeting also saw the unanimous approval of Bond Ordinance 2023-9, authorizing $1,700,000 for public improvements including a new fire engine, and the introduction of ordinances 2023-10 and 2023-11, addressing property and parking issues on Willow Street.

County Board Approves Funds for Emergency Repairs at Bergen County Justice Center

Overview: In a recent convergence of the Bergen County Board of Commissioners, a myriad of pressing issues and community proposals were brought to the fore, with the emergency condition at the Bergen County Justice Center emerging as the focal point of discussions.

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.