Northern Highlands School Board Emphasizes Tech Use, Approves Funds for Programs

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Northern Highlands Regional High School Board of Education on May 22, 2023, the members made significant decisions on various matters such as adopting technology in education due to COVID-19, teacher training improvements, and budget allocation for district programs.

Tensions Surface Over Faculty Contracts, STEM Funding at BCC

Overview: The most recent Board of Trustees meeting at Bergen Community College (BCC), held on May 9, 2023, brought to the forefront crucial issues surrounding faculty contracts and STEM program funding, casting a shadow over the institution’s significant achievements.

Allendale Board of Education Approves Ambitious School Budget and Significant Curriculum Revisions

Overview: On May 3, 2023, the Allendale Board of Education advanced several major decisions, ranging from adopting a sizable school budget to approving necessary curriculum revisions. The highlight was the unanimous approval of the 2023-2024 school budget totaling $22,882,337, backed by a General Fund tax levy of $17,633,200 and a Debt Service tax levy of $234,411.

South Bergen Jointure Commission Appoints New Leaders, Approves Resolutions in Recent Meeting

Overview: The South Bergen Jointure Commission (SBJC) convened on April 25, 2023, resulting in a series of critical decisions and appointments. The meeting opened with the election of Damian Kennedy as the President and Joseph DeCorso as the Vice President of the SBJC, both for one-year terms.

Significant Enhancements in Adult Education and Sports Medicine Programs at Bergen Vocational Schools

Overview: In a recent board meeting of the Bergen Vocational School District, significant enhancements to their Adult Education and Sports Medicine programs emerged as the most noteworthy developments.