Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Kaliopi Maris’s organization
Oct 13, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Hillside Board of Education Special Meeting
The board meeting primarily focused on a single agenda item: the review and approval of a release and settlement agreement between the Hillside Board of Education and Erskin Glover. The board attorney confirmed that the agreement did not involve any monetary payout from the district. Additionally, during the public comment period, a community member shared information about an upcoming 'trick or treat' event and expressed gratitude regarding a recent resource fair organized by the district.
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The discussion focused on the implementation of a new policy regarding the use of internet-enabled devices, including cell phones and wearables, within the district's schools. Key topics included the establishment of progressive disciplinary consequences for policy violations, ranging from verbal warnings to long-term suspension, and the adoption of restorative practices to foster student accountability and learning rather than relying solely on punitive measures. Additionally, the administration presented plans for utilizing secure, locking pouches to ensure device compliance and outlined the logistics for student use and storage.
Sep 24, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Hillside Board of Education Board Meeting
The board discussed and voted on several agenda items, including finance, education, and labor relations. Key actions included the approval of the NJIT Advanced Academic Achievement Secondary School Partnership agreement, the appointment of a supervisor of school counseling, and the selection of a new Superintendent of Schools. The board also addressed the status of charter schools, clarifying that the district is currently withholding funds due to the absence of required aid reports from the state.
Aug 20, 2026·BoardMeeting
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Hillside Board of Education Regular Meeting
The Board discussed a variety of agenda items including the approval of various financial agreements, such as the IDEA grant application, ESEA application, an athletic training services agreement, and a competitive contract for Mathematics Job-Embedded Coaching and Professional Development Services. Additionally, the Board addressed building and grounds matters, education-related topics including school-based fundraisers and academic service agreements, and policy revisions. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to labor relations, covering personnel resignations, appointments, job description updates, transfers, and the approval of a collective bargaining agreement.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
