North Hunterdon-Voorhees School Board Secures $6.5 Million Energy Grant for HVAC Upgrades

Overview: At the recent North Hunterdon-Voorhees Regional High School District Board of Education meeting, members discussed advancements in the district’s infrastructure, made possible by a $6.5 million New Jersey Clean Energy Grant. The grant funds were allocated for ventilation and energy efficiency improvements across the district, a development covered in detail by Katherine Blue, the school business administrator.

North Hunterdon-Voorhees School Board Sets Strategic Goals Amid Graduation Assessment Results and Bloomsbury Integration

Overview: The North Hunterdon-Voorhees School Board meeting on August 13, 2024, was marked by a discussion on the strategic goals for the 2024-2025 school year, analysis of the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA) results, and the integration of Bloomsbury into the district.

North Hunterdon-Voorhees School Board Examines Inequity in Student Suspensions

Overview: The North Hunterdon-Voorhees School Board meeting on July 23, 2024, addressed a range of issues, including the inequity of suspensions between North Hunterdon and Voorhees High Schools, updates on HVAC work, discussions about emergency virtual instruction plans, and considerations for upcoming school assemblies and cafeteria meal pricing.

North Hunterdon-Voorhees School Board Confronts Safety and Inclusion Issues

Overview: The North Hunterdon-Voorhees Regional High School District Board of Education meeting on June 25th, 2024, was marked by discussions on student inclusion, school safety, and the ethics of artificial intelligence in education. Notably, the board addressed the district’s adherence to the anti-bullying Bill of Rights with high compliance scores, debated the installation of classroom doors with vision panels for safety compliance, and responded to public concerns about a high school librarian’s conduct. Additionally, the board touched on the New Jersey Strive program for teacher recruitment, the importance of special education parent advisory groups, and the need for maintaining decorum during public forums.

North Hunterdon-Voorhees School Board Debates Book Content Amid Public Concerns

Overview: In a recent meeting of the North Hunterdon-Voorhees School Board, one notable issue was the debate over the presence of the book “Let’s Talk About It: The Teen’s Guide to Sex, Relationships, and Being a Human” in the school libraries. The book, addressing topics such as sexual predators and sexting, sparked controversy with arguments for and against its inclusion in the curriculum. The public voiced strong, diverse opinions on the matter. The board also discussed the 2024-2025 school budget, faced with the conclusion of a seven-year reduction in district funding, and recognized the student representatives’ service. Updates on curriculum, diversity initiatives, and the establishment of a co-op gymnastics team were also presented, alongside discussions on professional development and networking opportunities for board members.