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.

Westwood School Board Erupts: “Parental Rights Policy” vs. Student “Well-Being”

Overview: In a marathon Westwood School Board meeting that ended after 10 p.m., spirited debates erupted over parental rights, the decision to stop live-streaming meetings, and the district’s educational direction.

School Board Member Claims New Health Curriculum Conflicts with “Family Values”

Overview: In a recent meeting that covered an array of topics from construction to educational initiatives, River Vale School Board member Louan Austin stood apart when she expressed concerns about the district’s new health curriculum. Austin questioned its appropriateness for specific grade levels to its potential conflict with “family values, people’s personal beliefs, and religion.”

Award-Winning Pascack Dance Team Makes Appeal for Uniform Funding

Overview: Members of the Pascack Regional Dance Team, which boasts over 22 national championship titles, appeared before the Pascack Valley School Board to appeal for financial assistance to purchase new uniforms. The appeal came amid discussions of remarkable advancements in standardized test scores and academic achievement metrics, with the district outperforming state averages in multiple categories.

Historical Committee and Road Maintenance Dominate Old Tappan Borough Council Discussions

Overview: At the recent Old Tappan Borough Council meeting, several residents passionately emphasized the significance of historical committees and the preservation of the town’s natural beauty. The council also grappled with infrastructure decisions affecting roads and drainage.