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Board recognizes staff and students, approves donations and curriculum items
Summary
The board recognized staff award recipients and student TEDx presenters, recorded donations (including $30,000 from the Chatham High School PTO), approved personnel and curriculum items (including a K–3 Spanish curriculum), and set dates for upcoming committee meetings.
The School District of the Chathams Board opened the meeting by honoring staff award recipients from each school and congratulating TEDx student presenters. Board members and the superintendent noted year‑end events including kindergarten celebrations and the district art show, and the board offered condolences to the family of a recently deceased student.
Business Administrator Mr. Dquilla reminded residents that nominating petitions are being accepted for the November 2026 board election and that the administration is working with architects and school leaders on potential referendum projects.
During the consent portions of the agenda, the board approved minutes, moved a block of personnel items and accepted multiple donations. Mr. Ryan announced a $30,000 donation from the Chatham High School PTO designated for outdoor shade and equipment; other gifts included funds from athletic parent groups and a $1,000 American Red Cross scholarship contribution.
Curriculum approvals included a K–3 Spanish curriculum required by the New Jersey Department of Education review process; the board approved curriculum items C1–C6 by roll call. The board also scheduled committee meetings over the summer and noted that the policy committee will review incoming policy drafts from district counsel, including the policy raised during public comment.
The meeting closed after a second public comment period and the board adjourned.
