Oradell School Board Enhances Student Creativity and Parent Involvement

Overview: The most recent Oradell School Board meeting shed light on the district’s progress toward enriching student creativity and fostering stronger partnerships between the school and home environments. The superintendent presented a report on the district goals, emphasizing the introduction of new activities and the expansion of parent-student engagement initiatives. One of the topics was the implementation of the STEAM lab within the fifth-grade science curriculum and the employment of a 3D printer for a sixth-grade competition. Additionally, the board underscored the necessity of family involvement in education, mandating two in-school activities per grade level annually.

River Dell School Board Triumphs with Lower Interest Bond Sale

Overview: The River Dell School Board convened recently to discuss a variety of topics, with the successful bond sale taking center stage. The bonds, crucial for funding district improvements, were sold at a lower interest rate than anticipated, coming in at 3.5% compared to the estimated 4%. This financial victory, a result of competitive bidding among six contenders, paves the way for the district’s planned enhancements while minimizing the fiscal impact on the community.

Oradell School Board Plans Security Upgrades and Budget Discussion

Overview: The Oradell School Board’s recent meeting featured the introduction of a tentative $45,000 investment in school security camera enhancements, a review of the 2024-2025 budget, and congratulations for the Odyssey of the Mind teams’ successful regional tournament results. The board also addressed an 8.5% increase in state aid, consistent costs for special education tuitions and transportation, and debated jurisdiction over an off-campus incident.

Oradell School Board Advances Math Curriculum, Preps for Odyssey of the Mind

Overview: In a recent meeting of the Oradell School Board, a key focus was the advancement of a newly revised math curriculum set to be implemented in Fall 2024. After a rigorous evaluation process involving 15 different resources, the math curriculum steering committee has selected a program that outscored others significantly. The next step involves sharing this resource with the curriculum committee and finalizing implementation details.

River Dell School Board Unveils ‘Portrait of a Graduate,’ Commends Student Success and Preps for AI Workshop

Overview: In a recent River Dell School Board meeting, members unveiled a significant educational initiative known as the “Portrait of a Graduate,” discussed student achievements across various departments, and touched on upcoming projects, including an AI workshop. Notably, the board recognized the middle school basketball teams’ playoff runs, environmental efforts, and the musical and academic successes of the high school, while also preparing for the integration of generative AI into district policy.