South Orange-Maplewood School District

“As a district, we have spent countless hours working with groups and individuals to help us bring the type of nurturing environment that our community has demanded. I am keenly aware that this incident has damaged those efforts.”

The Board of Education approved an increase to $175/day for short-term & $200/day for long-term substitutes. The new rate went into effect March 1.

“It’s going to take some innovative thinking and courage on the district’s end,” said CHS parent and event production company operator Matt Glass.

Columbia High School junior brings home Bronze and Pewter medals from national competition.

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.

After confusion and fear surrounding Code Yellows at CHS, Acting Supt. vows stricter enforcement of student IDs, limited entrances, door alarms and technology upgrades.

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

“The administrative team will work with CHS teachers, counselors, and other relevant staff to consider how the Academy will best serve students next year.” — Board of Education member Shayna Sackett-Gable

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.

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