Sterling High School District

The meeting commenced with a Black History Month Student Leadership Presentation. Key actions included the approval of the Superintendent's Human Resources recommendations, covering items such as a Uniform State Memorandum of Agreement, FMLA/NJFLA requests, professional development approvals, and tuition reimbursements. The Board also approved numerous Education recommendations, including abolishing and revising policies, approving curriculum writing, various field trips (e.g., World Cultures Book Club, Camden County YOUth influencer Summit), and the 2026 Extended School Year Program & Staffing. Financial actions involved approving the Bill List, various capital improvement requests (e.g., Basketball Backboards LED Lights/Shot Clocks, HVAC Replacement Projects), and the Board Secretary's recommendations spanning tuition contracts and facility use requests. The meeting concluded with an executive session to discuss staff resignation with attorney/client advice for FY27.

The meeting commenced with procedural items, including the swearing in of the appointed Laurel Springs Representative. Key reports included the January Fire Drill Report, January Security Drill Report, and Attendance & Suspension Report for January 2026. The Superintendent's Human Resources section saw approval for numerous action items, including professional development, training, and personnel changes like a new Custodian hire and handling a Medical/FMLA Leave. The Education section addressed several actions, such as approving the 2026-2027 District Teacher/Student Calendar, handling policies requiring first readings, and approvals for various clinics and field trips. The Board Secretary's reports included the approval of the Bill List, Charter School Tuition for Camden Promise, Shared Service Agreement with the Borough of Magnolia, and financial reports for December 2025. Public comments included remarks from a Stratford Councilwoman regarding communication improvement, and later, the SEA President discussed community support initiatives like the Black History Month Assembly, the new Fix It Club, and the Comfort Closet. Old Business included congratulations to the Swim Team on playoff advancement and record-breaking performances, and recognition of student and staff achievements.

The meeting included presentations of Students/Faculty of the Month for November 2025 and Fall Sports/Activities, along with the 2024-2025 Audit Presentation. The board addressed various Human Resources matters, including staff medical leave, mathematics class coverage, termination, new hires, and professional development. Education-related items included revised and new policies and regulations, field trip approvals, the NJQSAC District Improvement Plan, HIB reports, spring musical vendors/musicians, E-Sports championship apparel/banquet, and new textbook adoptions. Operations matters covered CHR reimbursement and a donation from Rowan University. The board also discussed the November 4, 2025 School Board Official Election Results, student activities account reconciliation, and financial reports. There were discussions regarding committee reports on education, human resources, and operations. Visitors commented on the staff and student achievements. The board entered an executive session to discuss the investigation of HIB incidents and student incidents.

The meeting included a QSAC presentation and recognized the Students and Faculty of the Month for October 2025. Discussions covered various reports including Spirit Week, Bus Evacuation Drills, Security and Fire Drills, Attendance & Suspension, and the Knight at The Castle event. The board addressed human resources actions, education initiatives such as revised policies and NJQSAC placement results, homebound instruction, championship apparel, student transportation, HIB report, jazz band and ROTC trips, winter sports schedule, student activities calendar, and a new student club, Youth Investors Society. Operational items included NJSBA's workshop reimbursement and PD reimbursement. The board also reviewed the Nutri-Serve monthly update, student activities account reconciliation, administrative matter defense program reimbursement, and the Board of Education Committee List. The bill list, ASSA Report, State of NJ Educational Stability, BCIP JIF Membership Renewal, Camden County College program, use of facilities, McKinney Vento, transfers, and financial reports were also addressed. The addendum included facility rental for the NL Aquatic Center. Committee reports were given on education, human resources, and operations. Public comments were heard regarding Homecoming, Fall Sports, Pep Rally, Spirit Week, and winter events. New business included comments on the Knight at the Castle, QSAC Report, student performance, and differentiated instruction.

The meeting included discussions on various topics such as student and faculty recognition, security drills, safe schools month, attendance and suspension reports, guidance newsletter, human resources actions, education-related items including school choice night, revised policies, homebound instruction, HIB report, nursing services plan, and school calendar revisions. Operational matters like the class gift and disposal of property were addressed. Committee reports from education, human resources, and operations were presented. Public comments covered concerns about crosswalk lighting and updates on the Feasibility Study. The board also discussed the distribution of the Guidance Newsletter and recognized student achievements.