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.

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.

Saddle Brook School Board Outlines New Initiatives Amid Rising ELL Enrollment

Overview: In a recent Saddle Brook School Board meeting, Superintendent Toni Violetti unveiled a series of new initiatives and changes for the upcoming academic year, most notably addressing the rising English Language Learner (ELL) population and the importance of social and emotional learning.

Former Student Advocates Naming School After Beloved Educator Howard Weinberg

Overview: At a recent Saddle Brook School Board meeting, passionate testimonies were delivered advocating for the renaming of the Saddle Brook High School and Middle School after the late Howard Weinberg, a beloved former educator. The suggestion came from Eric Elvin, a high school alumnus and former student of Mr. Weinberg, and received support from another former student, Tom. Both speakers highlighted Mr. Weinberg’s unwavering dedication to his students and the community.

Saddle Brook Council Grapples with Cannabis Space Limits Amid Business Concerns

Overview: At a recent Saddle Brook Town Council meeting, a complex debate unfolded over a proposed amendment to the space allocated for cannabis manufacturing.