Dr. Ronald Taylor was placed on administrative leave with a directive for non-renewal of his contact by votes of 6-3.
Dr. Ronald Taylor
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
Here’s What Has Been Shared About Supt. Taylor’s Performance Reviews
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.
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ElectionMaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
Sackett-Gable, Callahan & Meyer Indicate They Will Not Rescind Taylor’s Removal
“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.”
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
Fergus Committee Meets for 1st Time, Equity Implementation Plan Presented
Board of Education members asked for more details, including timelines, budget numbers and measurable goals.
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ElectionMaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
UPDATED: Teachers Union Issues Vote of No Confidence in Supt. Ronald Taylor
Sackett-Gable, Callahan and Meyer campaign say the vote is “an indication of how serious the rift between the teachers and administration has gotten” and the issues raised “give us serious pause.”
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
South Orange – Maplewood Board of Ed Addresses Halloween Celebrations in District Schools
A few weeks after Dr. Ronald Taylor, Superintendent of South Orange-Maplewood Schools, issued a…
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UPDATE: District says no curriculum is necessary. C&I Committee chair, staff say that’s news to them.
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“The Supt … does in fact have the authority to recommend the adoption of a deleveled classroom approach to SOMSD teachers. However, the successful implementation of deleveling would require Board approval.”
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
Taylor Responds to Busing Complaints: ‘We Are Doing Everything We Can’
Parents say they are frustrated by poor communications, lack of solutions & lack of a straightforward apology.
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MaplewoodSchools / KidsSouth Orange
‘It’s Breaking Me’: Frustrated, ‘Exhausted’ Parents Beg Superintendent to Fix Busing Situation
2nd VP Nubia Wilson said the bus vendor told BOE members yesterday it was “the first time they had heard of the laundry list of issues” about busing and transportation in SOMSD.