The board meeting covered personnel actions, including retirements, leaves of absence, new appointments, and revisions to existing appointments. The Board also authorized a revised academic calendar for the 2026-2027 school year. Furthermore, contract renewals were approved for Bergen Risk Managers, Inc. regarding workers' compensation administration services and for Remedy Analytics, Inc. for prescription claims analytics technology.
Aug 17, 2026·Board meeting
Passaic Board of Education Regular Public Meeting Minutes
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The meeting featured a comprehensive report from the Superintendent covering facility planning, the implementation of new cell phone policies, the successful acquisition of grant funding, and safety management regarding district demolition sites. Committee reports provided updates on facility walkthroughs, cafeteria infrastructure improvements, and recruitment efforts to address teacher vacancies. The Board acted on various personnel matters, including the approval of appointments, resignations, leaves of absence, and staff stipends for special programs and athletic seasons. Additionally, the Board reviewed agenda items related to district operations, financial reports, and contractual awards.
Aug 17, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Passaic Board of Education Regular Public Meeting
The board meeting addressed numerous agenda items including the approval of tuition contracts for educational services and nursing aid, the acceptance of several grants such as the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program and the Nita M. Lowey NJ 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant, and authorization to accept donations for school supplies. The board authorized the disposal of obsolete school property, approved competitive contracting for teacher and leadership development, adopted new teacher and leader evaluation rubrics, and approved the settlement of worker compensation claims. Additionally, the board approved dual enrollment agreements with higher education institutions, a revised academic calendar, extensive field trip destinations for the 2026-2027 school year, and various fundraising activities. The board also reviewed the Superintendent's merit goals for the previous school year.
Jul 27, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Passaic Board of Education Regular Public Meeting
The Board discussed various operational and financial items. Key topics included the Superintendent's report on chronic absenteeism, the acceptance of Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) investigative reports, and the revision of the academic school calendar. Several tuition contracts for educational services were approved for both the prior and upcoming school years. The Board authorized the acceptance of a grant award, the sale and disposal of obsolete school property, and the use of competitive contracting for professional development services. Additionally, the Board entered into various educational partnerships for student internships and dual enrollment, approved settlements regarding worker compensation and legal matters, and adopted a Health and Safety Plan for Career and Technical Education. Further authorizations included student participation in certification programs, various fundraising activities, and financial budget transfers.
