Union Township School District

The Union Township Board of Education Reorganization Meeting agenda included the adoption of the New Jersey School Boards Association Code of Ethics, readoption of the policy manual, and a resolution designating Investors Bank as the depository for the Board's funds. The meeting also covered the approval of electronic funds transfer procedures, the appointment of delegates and representatives, the appointment of subcommittee members, and the designation of official newspapers and the meeting schedule. An emergency SSO Food Service Management Company Breakfast Cost Reimbursable Contract for School Year 2020-2021 was also approved. Public comment periods were included in the agenda.

This Reorganization Meeting Agenda outlines the structure and items for the reorganization meeting. Key components include the administration of the Oath of Office to newly elected members and the nomination and election of the Board President and Vice President. The agenda also covers the adoption of the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan goals and specific Board of Education objectives. Reorganization items include adopting the Code of Ethics, readopting the current Policy Manual, designating Citizens Bank as the official depository and approving warrant signatures, adopting procedures for Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) payments, adopting Robert's Rules of Order, appointing delegates/representatives and subcommittee members, and designating official newspapers and approving the annual board meeting calendar for 2026. Other business includes approving professional contracts for psychiatric evaluation services and the first reading of new policies regarding library material.

The Union Township Board of Education held a regular meeting to discuss various topics, including the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan focused on professional growth, student experience, community interaction, and future planning. The board also discussed personnel matters, including appointments, resignations, and stipends. Additionally, they reviewed and approved new policies, financial reports, budget transfers, and contracts for services. The meeting also covered participation in a regionalization study, district reappointments, and other business items.

The agenda outlines the proceedings for the Regular Meeting, starting with the introduction of the 2024-2027 Strategic Plan goals and Board of Education objectives. Key agenda items include Superintendent's Report and review of Security and Fire Drills from late 2025 into early 2026. The Education section proposes approval of the 2026-2027 School Calendar and several field trips. The Personnel section addresses multiple staff actions, including resignations, appointments of tenure-track teachers and paraprofessionals, leaves of absence, and mentor stipends. The Policy section covers first and second reads for new and revised policies regarding library materials and public complaints. The Finance and Facilities section includes certification of financial reports for November and December 2025, approval of budget transfers and district bills, approval of professional development opportunities, various facilities use requests, professional contracts such as for a Superintendent Search consultant, approval of fundraiser adoption, acceptance of an RFP response for a Special Education Services Consultant, authorization for a Local Recreational Grant submission, and approval to file a waiver for the Special Education Medicaid Initiative (SEMI). The agenda also includes provisions for an Executive Session to discuss HIB, superintendent search, and personnel matters, followed by consideration of HIB case decisions and authorization for a Water System Modifications application.

The Union Township Board of Education meeting agenda includes a public budget hearing and adoption, presentations on the 2024-2027 strategic plan and board objectives, and reports from the superintendent and safety patrol. The agenda also includes the approval of the 2025-2026 budget, which details revenue appropriations and tax levy payment schedules. Other agenda items cover personnel matters, including retirements, medical leaves, and substitute approvals; policy updates; finance and facility matters, including budget transfers, bill payments, professional services contracts, transportation services, and insurance; and other business items such as extended school year approval, fundraiser adoption, and grant applications. The meeting will also include executive sessions to discuss confidential matters.