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Glen Rock board approves settlement ending superintendent’s employment and grants paid leave
Summary
The Glen Rock Board of Education unanimously approved two resolutions: a settlement and release leading to Superintendent Dr. Brett Charleston’s resignation effective Aug. 31, 2026, and paid leave through that date; the board said no lump‑sum payment is part of the agreement and scheduled an acting superintendent appointment for Nov. 10.
At its Nov. 3 meeting the Glen Rock Board of Education unanimously approved two resolutions related to district leadership that the board described as a mutually negotiated separation.
Trustee Dr. Robinson announced the measures: "The first approves a settlement and release agreement...with Dr. Brett Charleston, which results in him resigning from employment effective 08/31/2026 and him releasing the board from any potential claims," she said. Robinson also said, "To be clear, there is no lump sum payment being offered by the board as part of this agreement."
The second approved resolution grants paid leave to Dr. Charleston effective immediately through his resignation date for personal reasons. Trustees said the decisions followed months of review and consultation with counsel and were taken to protect district finances and ensure continuity for students and staff.
A motion to discuss and approve the resolutions passed on a roll‑call vote with seven "Yes" votes: Miss Caricella, Mister Cohen, Mister Corey, Mister Hayward, Miss Stevenson, Miss Calvez and Doctor Robinson. The board recorded the motions as passed and set next steps: appoint an acting superintendent at the Nov. 10 meeting and begin a process aimed at selecting a permanent superintendent before the next school year.
During public comment, residents expressed relief that a resolution was reached and urged care in the hiring process. A resident identified as Elizabeth said the board should "rebuild the trust in each other" and cautioned against rushing the permanent hire. Dr. Angela Pucci Bender and Elise Meltzer both thanked trustees for the work and stressed hiring a candidate who fits the district's culture and supports staff morale.
Board materials note that the settlement and leave were negotiated with the advice of counsel; the board said it will provide as much summary information as legally permissible next week. No specific dollar amounts or additional financial terms were disclosed at the meeting.
