- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 7/18/24
- 07/19/2024
- 108 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Freehold Regional School Board meeting, one notable issue discussed was the public’s concern regarding an incident at the Manalapan High School graduation. A student displayed symbols associated with Hamas alongside a Palestinian flag, which a community member criticized as a depiction of hate and violence, equating it to genocide, murder, rape, beheading, and anti-Semitism. This led to a broader discussion among the attendees about the school’s response to the event, highlighting the need for a clear and explicit denouncement of actions that propagate hate.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 7/16/24
- 07/16/2024
- 112 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent session, Marlboro School Board passed a motion to cease the use of school buildings as polling locations by the end of the 2024-2025 school year. This decision was reached after a debate over the potential impact on students and the logistics of finding alternate locations for elections. The board also engaged in discussions about a variety of other topics, including school safety and security plans, financial compliance, and the replacement of custodial services.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 6/18/24
- 06/18/2024
- 200 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Marlboro School Board’s recent meeting highlighted community concerns, with the rise of anti-Semitic incidents in schools taking central focus. Community members voiced their apprehensions, prompting the board to discuss an action plan that includes public acknowledgment, education, and policy review to address hate speech. Additionally, the meeting outlined the upcoming implementation of a “Before the Bell” school breakfast program aimed at improving student health and academic performance, and addressed safety and community engagement initiatives.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 6/17/24
- 06/18/2024
- 25 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent meeting, the Freehold Regional School Board addressed budget revisions aimed at counteracting the financial strain caused by Senate Bill 2’s (S2) reshaping of New Jersey’s school funding formula. The updated budget, which takes advantage of new legislation allowing for increased taxes above the 2% cap, aims to restore some of the previously planned budget cuts for the 2024-2025 school year. The board proposed rehiring staff, reducing class sizes, restoring instructional programs, enhancing security, and addressing targeted facility needs.
- NJ
- Monmouth County
- 5/28/24
- 05/28/2024
- 270 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In a recent Marlboro School Board meeting, the topics of budget considerations, special education, and student well-being took center stage. One notable issue discussed was the potential use of county funds for air conditioning projects in schools, a decision that has sparked debate among board members. While some members voiced concerns about ignoring the town’s past referendum results, others considered the state’s recommendation to build the tax base for future years.