School Board Notes

Spring break, school meals, tutoring, school security, and concussion management were among the issues considered on June 5.

Jonathan DiFlavis started cooking when he was three. His “baked pork dumpling flowers” received rave reviews at last month’s Cinnaminson Township Board of Education meeting.

The conference showed that whether you’re an avid user of artificial intelligence or just beginning to explore its possibilities, it’s crucial to understand the power of generative AI in the classroom—and to be aware of areas that need careful consideration.

The Thursday, June 26 forum will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Doubletree by Hilton in Monroe Township, Middlesex County.

Entries – due by July 7 – are judged on the level of innovation, how well the program addresses specific needs of students, relationship to the New Jersey Student Learning Standards and results.

NJDOE identifies what sunscreen policies districts will be required to adopt, and what they may want to consider.

Committee members discussed the state budget, cell phone bans in schools, a special education task force, charter school trustee training and other issues.

20 board members were recognized for their collective 350 years of service to their communities.

The Camden School District’s report showed steady improvements but acknowledged challenges in its NJQSAC scoring for which it has implemented a district improvement plan.

12 board members were recognized for their collective 190 years of service to their communities.

22 board members were honored for their collective 285 years of dedicated service to their communities.