Vicki Biederman

The meeting included a presentation by Osage students about the student of the month program, which recognizes positive character traits, and the behavior bravos program, which acknowledges students for doing the right thing. The board also recognized staff members for their years of service in the district.

The meeting included student presentations from Voorhees Middle School, focusing on the mentor program and its activities. Reports were presented on enrollment, fire drills, safety drills, harassment, intimidation, bullying, bus evacuation drills, and suspension data. The board secretary discussed election day and the budget calendar for 2627. The superintendent commended the middle school students and guidance department, discussed longitudinal assessment data, teacher classroom supplies, and recognized staff members with 25 years of service. There was also a discussion of the Week of Respect and a workshop for parents on supporting children's emotional understanding.

The meeting included discussions on various topics such as enrollment, fire drills, safety drills, HIB reports, bus evacuation drills, and suspensions. The agenda covered the Board of Education election, the budget calendar for 2026-2027, a student presentation from Voorhees Middle School, and data related to Dynamic Learning Maps (DLM) and student safety. The board addressed policy committee items, academic excellence, personnel matters, finance-related actions, transportation approvals, and buildings and grounds updates. The agenda also included public comment, board member comments, and executive session statements.

The meeting included discussions on summer projects, fire drills, safety drills, harassment, intimidation, bullying, suspensions, and Oprah requests. There were reports on the department of buildings and grounds summer completed projects, including annual safety training, office detailing, power washing, and various installations and inspections. The Superintendent reported on the code of conduct committee, preschool programs, the WIN program, and preschool protocols. The NJSLA is being changed to NJSLA adaptive with a field test in October. Presentations were given on the annual report, the annual special education plan, and the access for L's annual test report. The special education annual report included information on the special education handbook, instructional associate handbook, parent community engagement, and training for teachers and staff. The report also mentioned the public report card, DM scores, and areas of growth such as expanding the executive functioning class and adaptive specials.

The meeting included a presentation by the Crescent School tech team, showcasing their work in providing technology support to students and staff, including the creation of tech tip resources. The Superintendent reported on the successful start of the school year, acknowledging the efforts of staff, parents, and students, and announced upcoming parent workshops on harassment, intimidation, bullying, and the universal screener for K3 students. The annual state assessment report was presented, highlighting student performance and areas for improvement in ELA and mathematics.