Union County Vocational-Technical Schools

This program guide introduces the Academy for Global Logistics, designed to prepare students for careers in global logistics and supply chain management. The program leverages partnerships with Union College and Rutgers University, offering a dynamic, project-based curriculum aligned with New Jersey 9.3 Learning Standards. Key components include comprehensive coursework in supply chain management, opportunities for industry certifications like MSSC Certified Logistics Associate, and dual-credit articulation agreements, ensuring graduates are equipped with advanced skills for the modern supply chain.

The Board of Education addressed financial and personnel matters. A change order was recommended and approved for Netta Architects for the Union County renovation project, totaling an additional $4,475.00. The resignation of Joseph Moschella, Theater Teacher at the Academy for Performing Arts, effective May 19, 2025, was accepted and approved.

The Board of Education meeting agenda includes a finance report covering fund transfers, monthly financial reports, bill payments, grant funds, and budget requests. A personnel report details part-time appointments, contract adjustments, and leaves of absence. The instructional report addresses field trips, travel expenses, HIB reports, master class instruction, and worksite approvals. Other agenda items include board policies, the superintendent's report, and public comment.

The agenda includes discussion and resolution regarding the termination of an employee's contract due to alleged use of force against a student. A part-time appointment for a long-term substitute teacher is also on the agenda. Public comment will be allowed.

The Board of Education meeting agenda includes a finance report covering monthly financial reports, payment of bills, travel expense reimbursements, donations, lead testing, student insurance, and various resolutions related to contracts, agreements, and financial services vendors. The personnel report includes full-time and part-time staff appointments, leave replacements, faculty advisors, school safety teams, school improvement panels, home instruction, and various resolutions regarding staff appointments, leaves of absence, and resignations. The instructional report covers field trips, travel expenses, HIB reports, security drills, staff development plans, facility requests, program titles, textbook lists, curriculum development plans, and various resolutions related to contracts, grants, and MOUs. Finally, the agenda includes board policies and regulations, other actions, superintendent's report, board members' reports, attorney's report, public comment, and executive session.