SOMSD

BOE President Dr. Qawi Telesford proposed a reassessment of the Long Range Facilities Plan to determine new priorities, particularly those that affect student safety, like the CHS elevator and stage.

“…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.

As district faces unexpected deficit, Board members implore Business Administrator to rethink budgeting process. “None of us feel good about this,” one BOE member said.

As Frank Sanchez appeared in court on Tuesday, many community members flooded the Essex County Prosecutor’s Office with phone calls supporting him.

Search firm rep said that while managing SOMSD will not be an easy job — “It’s not Scarsdale” — a candidate with “fire in the belly” and the right skill set will see great rewards.

Baptiste looks forward to playing Division I basketball and majoring in biology in college

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

The following is a press release from SOMSD:  MAPLEWOOD, N.J. – South Orange &…

Ajuni Zubieta, editor of CHS’ Guildscript literary and arts magazine, reaches next threshold for prestigious scholarship

Despite 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.