09:00The meeting’s most issue centered on the request from a representative of the Watchung CPAG, urging the board to expedite communications and provide updates on the expansion of the special needs program at Valley View School. The representative highlighted the delayed construction of the life skills room and the absence of information regarding curriculum, instructor hiring, and inclusion practices. The representative stressed the importance of timely communication from the district to parents of special needs students to allow them to process the changes and offer feedback. The board member suggested that the curriculum committee include an update on the special needs program in its upcoming meeting agenda.

11:14In other business, the board conducted a series of unanimous reappointments, signaling stability in school staffing. The reappointments included tenure and non-tenure certificated staff, educational support staff, district aides, central office staff, secretarial staff, and custodial and maintenance personnel. Additionally, a change in assignment was approved, transitioning a staff member from part-time to full-time status.