Bergen Community College Board of Trustees Honors Late Steve Paulino with Scholarship

Overview: In a Bergen Community College Board of Trustees meeting held on September 6, 2023, members united in mourning and honoring the life and legacy of the late Steve Paulino, a former board member who served from November 2019 until his passing earlier this year. Alongside this, the board navigated discussions on new collaborations, celebrated student achievements, and steered the course for institutional accreditation.

Fort Lee School Board Faces Heat Over Unresolved Air Conditioning Issues

Overview: In a recent Fort Lee School Board meeting, tempers flared over unresolved air conditioning issues at the high school, with residents frustrated over longstanding delays. The session also covered matters such as delays in the preschool program, a looming deadline for $1.5 million in extra funding, and declining QSAC (Quality Single Accountability Continuum) scores for the district. All of this took place against the backdrop of the first day back for school staff and plans for the upcoming academic year.

South Bergen Jointure Commission Advances Inclusive Partnerships, Staff Changes, and Financial Health

Overview: In a recent meeting that spotlighted key issues affecting South Bergen Jointure Commission schools, the board members discussed several significant matters, including a new partnership with the Boys and Girls Club, a para-training agreement with Felician University, and important personnel changes.

Fort Lee School Board Touts Student Success Amid Curriculum Revisions and State Assessments

Overview: The recent Fort Lee School Board meeting was a flurry of significant achievements and detailed policy discussions. The most notable of these was the excellent performance of Fort Lee High School students on the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessments (NJ GPA), where they consistently performed above the state’s average.

Fort Lee Zoning Board Approves Major Residential Building and Addresses Safety Concerns

Overview: The Fort Lee Zoning Board convened on July 25, 2023, with notable decisions on property developments, including the approval of a major residential building and changes to an existing art studio to enhance safety.