Cliffside Park School Board Faces Financial Strain Over Costly Temporary Classrooms

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Cliffside Park School Board, a portion of the discussion centered on the financial burden of leasing temporary classroom facilities, which cost the district approximately $435,000 annually. The board deliberated on the potential advantages of replacing these aging structures with permanent or modular buildings to alleviate the long-term financial strain. In addition to financial concerns, the meeting addressed other operational and safety topics, including the introduction of a wireless outdoor warning system and the adoption of a new math series in the curriculum.

Cliffside Park Honors Unsung Hero Amber Vargas and Bids Farewell to Cherished Teacher

Overview: In a recent Cliffside Park School Board meeting, the board celebrated Amber Vargas as the 2026 Bergen County Unsung Hero and expressed gratitude to retiring kindergarten teacher Mrs. Fontan. Additionally, the board discussed coaching policy changes and approved a masonry project for the high school.

Cliffside Park School Board Faces Budget Challenges and Coaching Policy

Overview: The Cliffside Park School Board meeting was marked by pressing budgetary challenges, with a specific focus on the rising costs of medical and prescription plans, and discussions over a policy that could limit teachers’ involvement in coaching sports teams, sparking significant public debate. The meeting also addressed ongoing affirmative action investigations, updates on school events, and community engagement initiatives.

Cliffside Park School Board Enacts New AI Policy While Addressing Overcrowding and Safety

Overview: The Cliffside Park School Board recently convened to address several issues, including the adoption of a policy regulating the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in educational settings, revisions to eligibility rules to combat school overcrowding, and measures to enhance student safety. These discussions were part of a comprehensive agenda that also covered school calendar adjustments, transportation regulations, and library material policies.

Cliffside Park School Board Discusses Multi-Purpose Room, Italy Trip, and AI Curriculum Integration

Overview: The recent Cliffside Park School Board meeting covered a range of topics including the completion of a new multi-purpose room at School 6, plans for a student trip to Italy, and discussions on integrating AI into the high school curriculum.