Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Christina Birstler’s organization
Jul 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Township of Union Public Schools Superintendent's Report
The Superintendent's Report detailed several district initiatives and updates, including the ESEA Summer Scholar Programs and the Summer STEM Academy. A comprehensive facilities update was provided, highlighting various maintenance and renovation projects across multiple school sites. The report also introduced a new bell-to-bell policy regarding the use of personal internet-enabled devices in accordance with state law. Furthermore, the district reviewed attendance performance, noting a reduction in chronic absenteeism, and presented a report on Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) incidents for the bi-annual period.
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The Superintendent's report provided an overview of district performance and student achievements. Key topics included the success of the high school spring musical, statistics regarding the Seal of Biliteracy, and athletic milestones for the spring track and boys' volleyball programs. The report also addressed enrollment data, the district's Leadership Academy for educator development, student performance metrics on the NJSLA, and a summary of the senior awards program and scholarships. Additionally, the report reviewed district-wide attendance trends and documented recent Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) incidents.
May 19, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Township of Union Board of Education Regular Meeting Minutes
The Board meeting included an executive session to discuss personnel, legal matters, and HIB appeals. Key business items involved approving leave requests, personnel actions, and various contracts, including legal, architectural, and engineering services. The Board also addressed the Junior Police Academy trip, tuition rates for the 2026-2027 school year, and approved a resolution urging relief from rising public school employee healthcare costs. The Superintendent presented a report highlighting student achievements in sports, scholarships, and school events, as well as academic updates. Public comment focused on staff cuts, budget transparency, and concerns regarding school librarians.
May 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Township of Union Board of Education Work Session Minutes
The board held a work session meeting that included public commentary on the importance of librarians, elementary instructional scheduling, teacher personnel reductions, and school zoning concerns. Key actions taken included the affirmation of Superintendent's determinations regarding Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying, the approval of continued suspension and home instruction for specific students, the authorization of districtwide student field trips, and the acceptance of donated disc jockey services for a special services event. Additionally, the Board engaged in discussions regarding department updates, the Hall of Fame event, and the Climate Literacy Grant, and concluded the meeting with an executive session regarding legal and personnel matters.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
