Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Kevin Van Hise’s organization
Aug 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Lawrence Township Board of Public Education Meeting
The Board meeting included an executive session for discussion on government funds and a student matter. The student representative was sworn into office. Presentations were made by peer leaders regarding the Cardinal Kickoff event, the school phone ban, increased security at sports games, freshman orientation, and an upcoming club fair. The senior class president provided updates on senior activities, including a senior sunrise and senior hangout. Superintendent and Board Secretary reports highlighted various facility improvements, such as a new ramp at Slackwood, bathroom renovations at Lawrence Intermediate School, and a visit from the New Jersey Governor and the Commissioner of Education at Eldridge Park Elementary School.
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Lawrence Township Board of Education Board of Education Meeting
The Board meeting included an executive session to discuss confidential student and personnel matters, legal issues, and HIB hearings. Following the executive session, the Board heard a presentation regarding a grant from the Lawrence Township Education Foundation, funded by Bristol Myers Squibb, which will support a new science curriculum and a district-wide steam symposium focused on mental health and digital safety. The Superintendent provided an update on back-to-school preparations and summer programming. Additionally, the Board received an annual report on the English Language Learning assessment (ACCESS), detailing student performance and instructional strategies for multilingual learners.
Jul 8, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Lawrence Township Public Schools Board of Education Board Meeting
The board meeting included an executive session to discuss personnel matters, such as employment, appointments, and evaluations. The Superintendent provided a report on a recent student trip to Honduras and the successful commencement of summer programs across the district. Updates on construction projects were shared, and the board engaged in discussions regarding pilot programs and their potential impacts on the district. Additionally, the personnel committee presented reports on staff vacancies, transfers, and various personnel actions, all of which were subsequently approved. The board also reviewed legislation affecting mental health services and public school operations.
Jun 10, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Lawrence Township Board of Education Board of Education Meeting
The board meeting included reports from student peer leaders on recent elections and upcoming end-of-year events such as Juneteenth celebrations and graduation activities. Recognition was given to retiring staff members for their years of service. Administrative updates were provided, including the status of reorganization items for the upcoming school year and the acknowledgment of the passing of a long-time facilities director. Additionally, the board discussed legislative and governance updates from the New Jersey School Boards Association and received a report on student services, noting the receipt of grants for inclusive physical education and transition coordination.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
