Joseph J. Spoltore

The meeting included the reading of statements regarding meeting notice and public participation guidelines. Financial reports for January 2026 were approved, covering the Board Secretary's Report, Reconciliation Report, Board Certification, line item transfers, requisitions, and payment of bills through February 25, 2026. Staff and student recognition was provided for 'COLTS of Character' and the CRHS Swim Team. Personnel actions included rescinding an appointment for a Full-Time Groundskeeper, approving a Buildings and Grounds Stipend retroactive to July 1, 2025, appointing several spring athletic coaches, approving the spring sports schedule, approving volunteer and instructor contracts, and approving attendance at the NJASBO Annual Conference. The Board also adopted several policies and regulations on second reading. Finance committee actions included approving the maximum travel expenditure for 2026-2027, and approving professional services contracts with The DaVinci Group, LLC for stadium design and Manders Merighi Portadin Farrell for architectural services. A donation from Snap Mobile for the Baseball team was accepted, and the use of the Bergen County Cooperative Contract Pricing System was approved. The acceptance of a Project Lead The Way Grant and the submission of the Elevating High-Quality Work-Based Learning grant application were approved. Curriculum items included approval for various Summer 2026 Programs and the Uniform State Memorandum of Agreement between Education and Law Enforcement Officials. Transportation approval was granted for a Shared Service agreement with Greenwich Stow Creek Regional Board of Education. The Superintendent's Report and the monthly Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying Report were accepted. The Board moved into executive session to discuss a matter concerning Student Number #610693, resulting in a resolution to continue the student in an out-of-district placement for the remainder of the 2025-2026 school year.

The Reorganization meeting initiated with the flag salute and a statement regarding meeting notice dissemination and public participation guidelines. Key agenda items included reporting the results of the recent election for both full 3-year terms and an unexpired 1-year term, followed by administering the Oath of Office to the newly-elected members. The Board proceeded with the election of officers, successfully electing Ron Campbell, Sr. as President and Barbara Wilchensky as Vice President. Other organizational items included setting the proposed meeting night and receiving a Superintendent Presentation on ESSA District Data, prior to adjourning after a motion to move to executive session.

The Cumberland Regional School District Board of Education held a regular meeting where they discussed and approved several key items. These included financial reports, approval of requisitions and payment of bills, district goals for the 2025-2026 school year, and the submission of the COACH Grant application. They also addressed facilities use requests, salary amendments, personnel committee reports, and recommendations related to resignations, leaves of absence, salary upgrades, and appointments of extra service advisors and athletic coaches. Additionally, they reviewed and approved revisions to job descriptions, the staff handbook, the professional development plan, and various policies and regulations. The board also discussed and approved items related to curriculum and student life, such as the student handbook, student code of conduct, academic integrity contract, and security measures. Lastly, they approved a minor amendment to the LRFP and discussed the Superintendent's report.

The meeting included a roll call, flag salute, and reading of statements of notice. The board entered an executive session to conduct a board retreat and discuss district goals. After the executive session, there was no action taken as a result, and the meeting was adjourned.

The meeting included presentations and discussions on various topics, such as the New Jersey Graduation Proficiency Assessment (NJGPA) results. The board approved the appointment of an SAT Boot Camp Teacher and personnel committee consent items, including leaves of absence and stipends for various positions. They also approved finance committee consent items, such as increasing the bid threshold, accepting state revenues and Perkins Funds, and approving the sale of Solar Renewable Energy Certificates (SRECs). Additionally, curriculum and student life matters were addressed, including memberships, athletic admission rates, school-parent compacts, and agreements with Rowan University. The board also discussed facilities and transportation, approving facility use requests and transportation agreements. Changes to requirements for club/activity advisors were also approved.