Nicole Esposito

The Board discussed and approved the appointment of various professional services, including general counsel, special counsel, an auditor, architectural and engineering firms, and insurance brokers. Discussions were held regarding health care benefits and potential savings, as well as the Hall of Fame committee process. Personnel actions, including a resignation, a retirement, and suspensions/reinstatements of employees, were acted upon. The Board also approved joining the Schools Health Insurance Fund and reviewed a report on a recent National School Board workshop.

The Board of Education approved various financial and operational items including budget transfers, monthly financial reports, and bills and claims for several periods. Additionally, the Board authorized participation in Worker's Compensation insurance for the upcoming school year, accepted a School Radon Testing Program grant, and approved a software license agreement for K-12 assessments. Furthermore, the meeting involved the acceptance of additional workforce development funding, the filing of an energy savings program application, the approval of a municipal tax payment schedule, and the establishment of student registration and school start/end times for the next fiscal year. The Board also formalized membership with the New Jersey Interscholastic Athletic Association.

The Board of Education approved various financial reports including budget transfers, secretary reports, and treasurer reports. Personnel actions were taken, involving appointments for teaching, instructional assistant, and bus driver positions, as well as staff transfers, resignations, and the retirement of a long-serving employee. The Board also accepted numerous gifts for various schools, approved the submission of the Form M-1 and Comprehensive Maintenance Plan, and finalized the acceptance of the NJ Child Assault Prevention Grant for bullying prevention. Additionally, the meeting featured student performances and recognized achievement certifications for several schools.

The board meeting agenda included reports from the Secretary and Superintendent, including budget transfers, financial reports, and student enrollment figures. Presentations were held to honor district volunteers, the teacher of the month, and the support staff of the month, along with a school presentation on Hispanic Heritage Month. General business items addressed agreements for English Language Learner services, acceptance of a grant for garden sustainability, and approval of professional services. Additionally, the board approved maintenance reports, medical plan premium rates, the renewal of prescription benefits, the bidding process for surplus equipment and bus routes, the issuance of a Request for Proposal for legal services, the acceptance of various school gifts, and the creation of a new instructional assistant position.

The board discussed and addressed several key agenda items, including the presentation of awards for district volunteers, educators, and support staff. Tenure certificates were awarded to several staff members. A student school presentation titled 'Dancing with the Characters' was performed. The board also reviewed and considered for approval various financial reports including budget transfers, the Board Secretary's report, the Treasurer's report, and bills and claims for the district and food service management. Additionally, the board moved to approve the submission of the tentative FY2019 budget to the County Office, which includes details on operating budget allocations, tax levies, and district travel maximums.