Acting Supt. Gilbert provided the BOE with an update on SOMSD’s five district goals for 2024-25.
Acting Superintendent Dr. Kevin Gilbert
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
Columbia High School Senior Recognized as ‘Unsung Hero’ by Essex Cty School Boards Association
by SOMSDby SOMSD“By all accounts, Michael Biggs is a young man who always sees the positive in every person and every situation,” said Acting Supt. Dr. Kevin F. Gilbert. “Too often, people who make a difference in our lives are taken for granted. I’m so glad to see Michael receive this honor.”
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
South Orange-Maplewood Acting Supt. Announces Restorative Justice Nights
Three night sessions are part of a developing strategy to develop a restorative justice culture in the District.
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth OrangeTowns
‘Allow the Legal System to Do Its Job’ Says Gilbert; Sanchez Supporters Want ‘Justice’ Now
Supporters of CHS Principal Frank Sanchez, who has been charged with simple assault & child endangerment, read portions of a “review of opinion” that said Sanchez had not violated district Affirmative Action policies or engaged in behavior unbecoming a public school official.
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
Dr. Gilbert Goes to Trenton: SOMSD Acting Supt. Asks State for Additional $4.2M to Close Deficit
“…at this point, we are well beyond trimming fat from our budget. We are cutting into bone,” said Gilbert.
Meanwhile, at Monday’s BOSE meeting, Business Admin. Eric Burnside defended himself and his office against accusations of mismanaging funds. -
MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
With Principal Sanchez Still on Leave, Gilbert Promises More Leadership Presence at CHS
“I had hoped the Columbia High School principal’s leave would have ended by the end of this month, but this is not the case,” said Acting Supt. Dr. Gilbert on Feb. 29. Gilbert voiced his “gratitude and support” for Acting CHS Principal Ann Bodnar.
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth OrangeTowns
Gilbert Plans Safety & Security Improvements, Says ‘I Am Not Just Giving You Lip Service’
by Lela Mooreby Lela MooreAfter confusion and fear surrounding Code Yellows at CHS, Acting Supt. vows stricter enforcement of student IDs, limited entrances, door alarms and technology upgrades.
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth OrangeTowns
‘The Ship is Rolling’ as South Orange-Maplewood Seeks Next Superintendent
by Lela Mooreby Lela MooreDespite joking that the community is seeking a superhero, the search firm assured the small audience at Monday’s forum they are committed to finding the best person for the job.
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
SOMSD Acting Supt. Committed to Ensuring Bias Acts Are Swiftly Addressed: ‘The Expectation is Clear’
Gilbert: “If there’s one student or one educator that does not feel like they are welcome in this district, we have a lot of work to do.”
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
SOMSD Acting Superintendent Gilbert to Embark on ‘Listening Tour’
by SOMSDby SOMSDGilbert said the tour is to provide families “a chance to voice your concerns, perspectives, and ideas” about the district