The new contract agreement is the most significant outcome of the recent Warren School Board meeting. The negotiation process, described as time-consuming but conducted in good faith, resulted in an agreement that was approved by all present board members, eliminating the potential gap between contracts.

There were also two in-school suspensions at Woodland and one at the middle school.

During the meeting, the Board also received an update on the Watchung Hills Regional High School Board of Education’s initiative to fund a shared services regionalization study. This study, funded by the state and at no cost to districts or taxpayers, will analyze a range of factors including educational programs, special education, transportation costs, and future enrollment projections. Recommendations will be provided for educational enhancements and cost savings, with full transparency and community feedback encouraged throughout the process.

Additionally, the Board acknowledged a generous donation from the Lions Club of Warren to support a classroom project at the middle school. April was recognized as Autism Awareness Month, with an emphasis on the commitment to providing a nurturing environment for all students.

In terms of operational matters, the board approved revised calendar dates for the last day of school, adjusted due to the use of snow days. The budget for the 2024-2025 academic year was approved with no changes from the tentative budget approved the previous month. The district was also rated as highly performing in the state’s performance continuum placement.