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Wayne Board honors student musicians and dozens of retirees; motion to move agenda to one vote carries
Summary
The board held a music recognition program honoring students and ensembles across Wayne schools and read tributes for many retirees; the board also consolidated the agenda into a single vote item by unanimous roll call.
The Wayne Board of Education opened its April 24 meeting with a music recognition program that highlighted student awards, regional ensemble selections and ensemble championships across the district.
Band director Matt Paterno (Wayne Hills High School) and multiple school and district music staff introduced and congratulated student honorees, naming individuals who had performed at Carnegie Hall and qualified for regional and state ensembles. The board also highlighted ensemble achievements, including Wayne Valley’s marching band state championship and district ensembles that placed at regional competitions.
Superintendent Dr. Toback briefed the board on seasonal staff recognitions (National Principals Day, Teacher Appreciation Week) and reported on student safety metrics: the district investigated seven incidents of harassment, intimidation and bullying (HIB) since the last report and substantiated four cases.
The board then recognized a large slate of retirees, with tributes for long tenures and service across Wayne Township Public School District. Named retirees in the meeting record include Beverly Sullivan; Erica Battelle (transcript spelling); Cindy Martinez; Suzanne (Sue) Cochlin; Kathleen (Kathy) Engler; Gabe (Gabe Barsoum in transcript); Karen Vivino; Ethan Mahan; Ellen Klein; Mary Edlund; and Laura Hoekstrait (spelling per transcript). The tributes outlined years of service and programmatic contributions for each individual.
On procedure, a board member moved to consolidate the agenda into one vote item. The motion was seconded and carried on roll call; the transcript records unanimous "Yes" votes from the listed members.
Quote attribution: Dr. Toback praised the students and staff, saying, "To our incredible music students, your dedication to your craft is both inspiring and humbling."
Next steps: The meeting closed after board member remarks and a motion to adjourn.
