Despite disparities in achievement in math and science, officials are pleased with the trends in the NJSLA scores and have implemented NJ Tiered Support Services, which builds upon Intervention & Referral Services to help close the achievement gap.
Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction Ann Bodnar
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Columbia HS Students Exceed State Proficiency Standards, But Still Much ‘Work to Do’
Math scores for Black and economically disadvantaged students ticked up, but there is “still a lot of work to do,” said Asst. Supt. of Curriculum Ann Bodnar. Also, 70% of students with an IEP did not meet proficiency standards.
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“We can be the ones to change the world, no matter our life paths,” said CHS Valedictorian Chloe Barter.
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CHS Student Reps Praise Interim Principal Pedro’s ‘Enthusiasm’, ‘Hands-On Leadership’
Student rep Asa Glassman said when asked what could be improved at CHS, Pedro noted “the importance of a culture of excellence that Columbia seems to be lacking” and that little things like holes in the walls, dilapidated ceilings and messy posters around the school “contribute to the slow erosion of a climate of success at a school like ours.”
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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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South Orange-Maplewood Schools Launch 24-Hr Online Tutoring Using Pandemic Funds
The South Orange-Maplewood School District is employing $140,000 in ESSER II funds — American…