Joanna Westcott

The meeting included a presentation on annual state assessments, specifically the NJSLA, Start Strong, WIDA Access for ELLs, and Dynamic Learning Maps, noting the impact of the pandemic and the administration of formative assessments. Discussions also covered a Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying report, interlocal agreements for police services, facility usage requests, personnel changes including substitute pay rate increases, and updates on employee vaccination and testing requirements. Additionally, the Board reviewed policy updates and discussed adjustments to the school calendar regarding spring break.

The town hall meeting focused on the district's hybrid and virtual learning models for the upcoming school year. Key discussion topics included face mask requirements and exceptions, implementation of desk shields, procedures for virtual classroom engagement and synchronous versus asynchronous instruction, scheduling of hybrid in-person days, food service meal distribution logistics, daily cleaning and disinfection procedures, and the rationale behind the school district's decision not to conduct daily temperature checks.

This document outlines the Galloway Township Public Schools District Mentoring Plan, designed to support novice teachers. Key goals include ensuring mentor selection adheres to New Jersey Department of Education criteria, providing professional development for mentors, expanding observation opportunities for novice teachers, and improving novice teachers' skills in planning, classroom environment, instruction, and professional responsibilities. The plan details mentor selection criteria, roles and responsibilities for induction team members, and comprehensive professional learning components for both mentors and novice teachers, aiming for a high rate of novice teacher tenure with effective ratings.

This document details the Galloway Schools Reopening Plan for the 2020-2021 school year, providing two primary options: a fully virtual learning model and a hybrid model that combines in-person and virtual instruction. The plan outlines health and safety measures, including mask-wearing protocols and a self-attestation system for daily health checks, rather than school-wide temperature screenings. It highlights extensive collaboration with stakeholders and aims to balance academic objectives with the physical and emotional well-being of students and staff during the pandemic.

The board discussed a motion to affirm the superintendent's recommendation regarding a personnel matter that was addressed in an executive session.