Verona School Board Announces Election Results and Awaited Staffing Decisions
- Meeting Overview:
During the Verona School Board meeting, the most significant announcement was the unofficial election results, with Serena Koik receiving 3,953 votes and Matthew Pera receiving 3,807 votes. The Board looks forward to welcoming the new members in January. Staffing updates were also a focal point, with three finalists shortlisted for the Assistant Principal for Athletics and Student Activities position, and interviews scheduled to finalize the appointment. Additionally, interviews for the Business Administrator role are scheduled, and the application period for the Director of Facilities position is closing soon.
The meeting also addressed several educational and extracurricular updates. The Superintendent provided a report on professional development sessions held on November 4th. These sessions focused on various instructional models and evaluation strategies for teachers and administrators. The Board is also nearing the completion of school safety and security plans, with the statement of assurance set for approval.
Attention was given to student activities, including the Verona High School fall play, sports achievements, and extracurricular events. The fall play, “The Minutes,” is set to open soon, and students are encouraged to attend. The girls’ soccer team is in the NJSIAA sectional semi-finals, and the boys’ soccer team is advancing to the sectional finals. The Board also celebrated the success of the Chamber Choir’s Veterans Day performance and the DECA Club’s participation in leadership training.
Diane DiGiuseppe
School Board Officials:
Mrs. Pamela Priscoe, Mrs. Denise Verzella, Mrs. Diana Ferrera, Mr. Christopher Wacha, Mr. Michael Boone
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
11/12/2025
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Recording Published:
11/12/2025
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Duration:
23 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
New Jersey
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County:
Essex County
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Towns:
Verona
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