Board of Education Recognition Month acknowledged; parade committee representation requested

At the reorganization meeting the board paused for a read-aloud resolution recognizing January as Board of Education Recognition Month, using wording based on the New Jersey School Boards Association. The resolution thanked board members for their service and announced a small token to be presented at the next meeting.

Doctor Freeman read the resolution to the assembled board, describing the board’s role in governance, budget oversight and promoting student achievement: "Whereas the New Jersey School Boards Association... recognized January as Board of Education Recognition Month to honor the dedication and service of local boards of education." The room was asked to hold applause until the larger gathering at the next meeting when the small gift will be presented.

Board member Nkalcattera said this may be his last meeting and offered thanks to colleagues for their cooperation. A separate community item: Mister Bau relayed a request from Mayor Longo for a board or district representative on the Memorial Day parade committee and asked members to email their interest to Jasmine or Doreen; Miss High volunteered.

The president invited members to submit committee preferences for the coming year and the meeting concluded with a motion to adjourn.