Saddle Brook School Board Plans for Enhanced Education and Mental Health Support

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Saddle Brook School Board addressed a range of topics with focus on the district’s financial planning, particularly the tentative school budget, which includes a tax increase proposal and the addition of key educational and support staff positions. The Board also approved the submission of a teacher climate and culture Innovation grant aimed at reducing administrative burdens for teachers, and discussed the implementation of a new AP pre-calculus course.

Saddle Brook Town Council Discusses New Inclusive Playground and Approves $750,000 Grant for Park Projects

Overview: The Saddle Brook Town Council recently focused on community development and remembrance in their latest meeting. The council discussed the Bergen County Saddle River Park Isle Paley section, a proposed all-inclusive playground project, and celebrated the approval of a $750,000 state grant for various park improvements. The meeting also paid tribute to local figures who have passed away and acknowledged community events and initiatives.

Saddle Brook School Board Meeting Focuses on Innovative Educational Programs and Infrastructure Improvements

Overview: The recent Saddle Brook School Board meeting presented a range of topics with emphasis on innovative educational initiatives, infrastructure improvements, and a reflection on the community’s loss of a beloved staff member. The meeting included discussions on the district’s forward-thinking approach to education through project-based learning and financial literacy programs, as well as facility enhancements and honoring the memory of Gloria Joy Niyelovich, a valued member of the Long Memorial School community.

Saddle Brook School Board Proposes Neurodiversity Course; Discusses Personnel and Budget Matters

Overview: In a recent Saddle Brook School Board meeting, a new high school elective course on neurodiversity was proposed by speech pathologist Laura Ironman, aimed at fostering empathy and introducing career paths in therapy and psychology. The board also addressed a series of operational matters, including the approval of a revised meeting calendar, a memorandum of agreement with local law enforcement, and personnel changes.

Saddle Brook Town Council Appoints New President and Addresses Community Concerns

Overview: In a recent Saddle Brook Town Council meeting, Councilman Todd J. Accomando was appointed as the council president for the year 2024, while David Gierek was named the planning board representative for a one-year term. The council addressed public safety concerns near schools and discussed traffic issues, specifically the problems faced by residents near Franklin School due to insufficient traffic control. Additionally, the meeting covered the clarification of the approval process for cannabis-related resolutions, the announcement of holiday home decorating contest winners, and a review of the township’s achievements in the past year including infrastructure enhancements and community support initiatives.