From the South Orange Maplewood Board of Education:
The Board of Education will hold a public Board Retreat on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. in the District Meeting Room, 525 Academy Street, Maplewood, NJ. Following the opening, the Board will immediately adjourn to continue the retreat in person. The retreat will focus on reviewing the SOMSD Board Manual and a SEED Presentation. Action will not be taken.
Join By Computer / Smartphone
Choose one of two options:
- Watch on SOMSD’s YouTube Live Stream: Click Here (https://www.youtube.com/c/SouthOrangeMaplewoodSchoolDistrict)
- Watch on SOMSD’s Webex Platform: Click Here For More Information (https://www.somsd.k12.nj.us/board-of-education/board-meetings/)
Hearings of Individuals and Delegations / Public Speaks – Audio Comment
Community members can sign up to provide audio comments to the Board of Education. Audio comments can be provided by connecting to the district’s Webex platform during a scheduled Board of Education meeting.
Step 1 – Install Webex on your device.
- Install Webex for Windows and Apple computers (Webex Meetings).
- Install Webex for Apple iOS devices.
- Install Webex for Android devices.
Step 2 – Submit a Request To Speak
Submit a request to speak during the public comment section of BOE meeting by completing the following form:
Step 3 – Connect To The BOE Meeting
Connect to the BOE Meeting using the information below:
Board of Education Meeting / Board Retreat – Public Session
Date / Time: November 19 , 2025 at 6:30 PM
Webex Link: Click Here
Event Number: 2336 876 1345
Event Password: Orange20Maple (67264320 from phones)
Telephone Number: 408-418-9388
Please check your audio connections are set correctly. Failure to do so will prevent you from being heard during the public speaks portion of the meeting.
Step 4 – Provide your audio comment
During your turn to speak, your microphone will be unmuted. Please speak clearly into the microphone/headset. After your time for public speaks has passed, your microphone will be muted.
Imani Moody, Board Secretary
