Middletown School Board Explores New Digital Tool Amid Concerns Over Screen Time

Overview: The Middletown School Board meeting featured discussions on various issues, including a pilot program for a new digital educational tool, IXL, aimed at replacing the current I-Ready platform due to cost concerns and the desire to minimize student screen time. Other topics included high school course selections, special education updates, and facility projects slated for the winter break.

Middletown Township Honors Malbourne Tavern’s Generosity and Tackles Property Management Concerns

Overview: During the Middletown Township Committee meeting on December 1, 2025, community recognition took center stage alongside pressing public concerns regarding local property management and tax assessment practices. In a gesture, Malbourne Tavern was applauded for its substantial donation to Veterans Village, while residents voiced dissatisfaction over property cleanliness and the township’s tax assessment system.

Middletown School Board Addresses Financial Strategies, Facilities Updates, and Public Engagement Concerns

Overview: During the recent Middletown School Board meeting, members and residents tackled various topics, including budget planning and financial audit preparations, developments in school infrastructure projects, and the call for improved public engagement and transparency.

Middletown School Board Faces Scrutiny Over Transparency and Financial Management

Overview: During the Middletown School Board meeting, the board faced significant scrutiny over its transparency and financial management, with community members raising concerns about the handling of public comments, potential conflicts of interest, and the district’s financial decisions. The meeting, characterized by lengthy discussions and passionate public input, highlighted the community’s desire for increased openness and accountability from the board.

Middletown Township Committee Celebrates Generous Donation to Veterans Village

Overview: During the Middletown Township Committee meeting on October 20, 2025, the most focus was on the community’s efforts to support veterans, highlighted by a remarkable donation from Jason’s Dreams for Kids to the Veterans Village. This organization was recognized for increasing its initial donation offer from $25,000 to $50,000, aimed at providing quarterly allowances for veterans to purchase essential items. The meeting also addressed various local issues, including substance use prevention, bamboo regulation, and tax revenue distribution.