SOMS

“Though the school year was riveted with challenges for the program, all landed solidly on point and delivered a spectacular dance concert! The success of it all speaks volumes about the importance of teamwork; students, teachers, administrators, parents and community!” — SOMSD Supervisor of Fine Arts James Manno

Two SOMS students experienced the negative effects of the challenge on April 16. One student did pass out, was hospitalized, and discharged later in the day.

The Board of School Estimate (BOSE) meeting that was to be held on Wednesday,…

Community’s Celebration of the beauty of black culture and black history scheduled at SOPAC this Saturday, February 24.

Omar Ortega starts new career as a paraprofessional

Students, parents and community members spoke passionately for and against the turfing of Ritzer Field. The Board of School Estimate will vote on the entire proposal on February 13.

The scenarios would cost between $21M-$27.4M. Officials say the original bonds are falling short due to inflation and supply chain issues caused by the pandemic.

The BOE was told in August more than $16 million would be needed (before the 10% contingency) for SOMS “without an explanation as to why there was an increase.”

South Orange-Maplewood Board of Education members asked district administration for more qualitative data.

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