South Orange NJ

Dir. of Access & Equity said the district was rethinking curriculum, including new resources so diverse families “can see themselves in the curriculum.” 

Acting Supt. Gilbert provided the BOE with an update on SOMSD’s five district goals for 2024-25.

A memorial will be held at Preston Funeral Home at 153 South Orange Avenue, South Orange on Wednesday, April 10 at 10:00 a.m.

Experts say that it’s imperative that solar eye protection is worn while looking at the sun. Several SOMSD elementary schools will be dismissing students at peak eclipse time, so abundant caution is necessary.

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.

Greenberg was a New Jersey State Senator from 1974 to 1979, representing the 28th district.

Supporters of CHS Principal Frank Sanchez, who has been charged with simple assault & child endangerment, read portions of a “review of opinion” that said Sanchez had not violated district Affirmative Action policies or engaged in behavior unbecoming a public school official.

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

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

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.