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District reports top special-education rating, summer programs and staff recognitions
Summary
Superintendent reported the district received the highest special education determination from the New Jersey Department of Education, said the extended school year program will serve about 70 students this summer, and recognized staff and student performances and a staff honor by a national adoption nonprofit.
The superintendent told the Washington Township School District board that the district received the highest determination category available from the New Jersey Department of Education for special education compliance, citing continued inclusive practices, accurate state reporting and timely fiscal management.
The superintendent also reported that NJSLA testing is complete and that showcase evenings for gifted students in grades three through five were held. Regarding summer services, the district said its extended school year (ESY) program for summer 2026 is preparing to serve approximately 70 students across multiple programs designed to support academic, communication, behavioral, social-emotional and functional skill development.
The board recognized the district’s music program leaders for spring performances and thanked staff for organizing student concerts, gallery walks and orientation events. A staff member (named Tracy in the transcript) was noted as being invited to a leadership program and recognition event hosted by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute in Washington, D.C.; the superintendent thanked Mr. Bruno for his work on arts programs. The district also acknowledged Dr. Gaitley’s participation on a panel at the New Jersey Association of School Technology Officials summit at Montclair State University and thanked the Veterans Association of the Long Valley Post 1776 for recent Memorial Day ceremonies at schools.
What wasn’t specified: The transcript includes a brief verbal correction in which the speaker restated enrollment figures; the ESY enrollment is reported in the transcript as "approximately 70 students." The transcript does not include detailed budgets for the summer program or the exact number of special education staff assigned to ESY.
Next steps: Routine follow-ups include continuing summer program preparations and any policy revisions flowing from the ongoing review of Policies 511 and 6150.
