The Board meeting included a closed session covering employee discipline, legal strategy regarding anticipated litigation, and labor negotiations. During the open session, the Board received a school spotlight presentation on Birch Grove Intermediate, which highlighted achievements in academic proficiency, attendance metrics, new STEM initiatives, and community engagement strategies. The meeting also featured a report from the student board member covering athletics, school events, and upcoming exam registration.
Jun 10, 2026·
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Newark Unified School District Board Of Education Board Meeting
The board meeting primarily focused on a presentation regarding the multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) and the English Learner (EL) master plan. Significant community feedback was presented regarding a proposed transfer of special education students from Kennedy Elementary to other sites, with parents and community members expressing concerns over the lack of a detailed transition plan, potential loss of service, and the impact on student stability and social-emotional needs. The board also addressed agenda adjustments, including the movement of the personnel report and the pulling of a specific item due to documentation errors.
Dec 10, 2025·Board meeting
Board Of Education Meeting
The meeting began with roll call and a review of meeting guidelines regarding stakeholder input. Discussions included an update on HVAC installations at Kennedy Elementary School, where all classrooms now have working HVAC except for one unit at the library awaiting a missing motherboard, and progress on the middle school installation. The President of the New York Teachers Association (NTA) addressed the board regarding teacher experience distribution, compensation, and the importance of long-term planning for retaining and recruiting staff, expressing positive outlook after reviewing previous board actions. The board also addressed public comment regarding parent involvement and misunderstandings. A significant portion of the meeting involved the annual reorganization, including the election of a new President (Thomas) and Vice President Clerk (Block). Furthermore, the board appointed the Superintendent as secretary of the governing board, approved the regular meeting dates for the remainder of the 2025-2027 school years (with discussion on adhering to the 10:30 PM end time), and appointed two non-voting representatives to the Sabbach/Measure O committee following confirmation regarding board bylaws for the audit committee appointments.
Jun 11, 2025·Board meeting
Board of Education Regular Board of Education Meeting
The Board of Education meeting included discussions and actions on various topics. The board heard a joint message from employee organizations regarding the departure of the MOT Director and acknowledged the efforts of board members in attending promotions and graduations. Public comments were heard on non-agenda items such as Taiko drumming and the Kidango closure. The Superintendent reported on a Kidango statement, recognized a student's participation in an international competition, and noted increased enrollment for the upcoming school year. The board also discussed programs and contracts funded by ESSER, presented and held a public hearing for the 2025-2026 update to the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and budget overview, and approved the purchase of two electric vehicles. Additionally, they addressed the status change of the Newark Teacher Induction Program, personnel items, budget transfers, the Education Protection Account (EPA), contracts, purchase orders, and contracts for special education services. Policy updates were also reviewed and approved, covering transportation fees, consultants, student records, conduct, alcohol and other drugs, mental health, suicide prevention, response to immigration enforcement, high school graduation requirements, alternative credits toward graduation, and general obligation bonds. The board also addressed student expulsion cases and discussed committee reports, announcements, requests, and future agenda items.
