Cliffside Park School Board Advances Education Initiatives

Overview: The Cliffside Park School Board meeting on July 24th, 2024, focused on educational quality improvement through various personnel appointments and curriculum development. Superintendent Dr. Mark Hayes highlighted the significant effort that went into 44 personnel resolutions and commended the staff for their contributions to these hires, which are expected to have a substantial impact on educational quality. The resignation of head basketball coach Marcus Hatton was accepted with regret, as he was recognized for leading the team to a league championship.

Cliffside Park School Board Honors First Student Representative and Discusses Future Projects

Overview: The Cliffside Park School Board’s recent meeting was marked by the honoring of Irene Ropos, the first student representative on the board, and the discussion of various upcoming district-wide construction projects and policies. The board recognized Ropos for her contributions in providing a student perspective to the board and fostering communication between students, the administration, and the board.

Cliffside Park School Board Plans Expansion with Temple Purchase

Overview: The recent meeting of the Cliffside Park School Board was marked by several discussions and decisions, with the most notable being the board’s consideration of purchasing a Jewish temple for an expansion project.

Cliffside Park School Board Prioritizes Cost-Saving Measures

Overview: The Cliffside Park School Board meeting primarily focused on implementing cost-saving strategies and the renewal of contracts for essential services. The board highlighted the financial benefits of competitive bidding and preference for local contractors, which has resulted in significant reductions across several service contracts.

Cliffside Park Students Triumph in Statewide Design Competition

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Cliffside Park School Board, the highlight was the recognition of the remarkable achievement of local students who secured the top three positions in a statewide competition. The meeting also delved into the challenges of the current teacher shortage and the successful recruitment of a culinary instructor, along with discussions on the proposed school calendar and the performance of various sports teams.