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- NJ
- Camden County
- 06/09/2025
- 12 Minutes
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Overview: In a strategic move to address budget constraints, the Cherry Hill School District announced a transition from the middle school model to a junior high school model, projected to save the district approximately $3 million. This change, driven by a $4 million deficit in state aid, aims to maintain educational quality while reducing costs.
- NJ
- Camden County
- 5/27/25
- 05/28/2025
- 236 Minutes
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Overview: The recent Cherry Hill School Board meeting was dominated by passionate public comments, primarily centered around the non-renewal of Dr. David Francis Maurer’s contract, an administrator at Cherry Hill East praised for his profound impact on the student body. Students and community members advocated for Maurer. The meeting also addressed updates on preschool expansion, strategic planning, and educational funding.
- NJ
- Camden County
- 4/29/25
- 04/30/2025
- 170 Minutes
- Noteworthy
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Overview: The Cherry Hill School Board meeting was largely focused on the adoption of the 2025-2026 budget, which brought to light issues around funding, tax increases, and the financial management of the district. The board approved a budget that saw a reduction in classroom-related costs but faced increased expenses in employee benefits and transportation. With a $5.2 million increase in taxes and a nearly $4 million reduction in state aid, the board found itself navigating a complex financial landscape while striving to maintain educational quality. The meeting also highlighted community concerns over safety, funding for preschool expansion, and the emotional toll of recent tragedies within the school community.
- NJ
- Camden County
- 4/8/25
- 04/09/2025
- 144 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
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Overview: The Cherry Hill School Board meeting featured a celebration of athletic achievements by district teams and a discussion on the expansion and challenges of the School-Age Childcare (SAC) program. Board members and the community also deliberated on various topics, including restorative practices in schools, construction projects, and future planning for student services.
- NJ
- Camden County
- 3/25/25
- 03/26/2025
- 44 Minutes
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Overview: The Cherry Hill School Board meeting on April 10th focused on budgetary concerns, community advocacy for increased state funding, and notable achievements by student groups. The meeting, open to the public, also touched on diverse topics ranging from extracurricular successes to community events.
