Dr. Ronald Taylor was placed on administrative leave with a directive for non-renewal of his contact by votes of 6-3.

Taylor said he had “never received a reprimand of any kind” and that his most recent performance review showed he had received “satisfactory” ratings. BOE 2nd VP Wilson said the board took action after a “triggering event” that couldn’t be disclosed.

Gilbert has been with the district since May 2022 as its Assistant Supt. of Access & Equity.

Two candidates are running uncontested for two seats on the Maplewood Township Committee this fall: Dean Dafis and Victor De Luca. Dafis and De Luca won an uncontested Democratic primary …

“It all started with a silly idea: Socks + October = Socktober!”  In October 2011, creator Brad Montague realized there was a large homeless population in his hometown, and he …

“After the many grievances aired during last night’s meeting, … it’s clear that the relationship between the superintendent and some members of the board has now become irrevocably broken. Our district will need new leadership next year.”