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District leaders outline 2026–29 goals, celebrate students and athletic success
Summary
Roselle Park administrators presented three-year goals focused on staff retention, curriculum, safety and engagement; leaders also highlighted expanded AP offerings, preschool growth and multiple student awards, and announced community strategic-plan forums this summer.
Roselle Park district leaders presented a three-year strategic plan framework and celebrated student and athletic achievements at the June 16 board meeting.
The administration said the plan (to run from school year 2026 through 2029) will emphasize staff quality and retention, curriculum and instruction, safety and facilities, and strengthened community engagement. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Gomez and the superintendent told the board they will post the detailed plan online and hold community input sessions on July 14, August 12 and several virtual sessions in August.
Why it matters: the plan will guide budgeting, staffing and program priorities for the next three years and includes community forums and student, staff and family engagement built into the development process.
Administrators highlighted measurable progress from recent years: AP course offerings have grown from about eight to more than 18; the district reported hiring 87 new staff members over three years while maintaining retention; preschool classrooms expanded from eight to 13; and a $365,000 package of grant funds was noted as being on the meeting agenda for approval. The administration said the district met growth targets in English language arts and math and that Roselle Park High School’s newly released performance report places the high school competitively among nearby Union County districts.
Miss Costa, Roselle Park High School principal, opened the night’s recognition of student athletes and said, “Rosel Park spring sports had a great season that just wrapped up — when we play longer it means we’re going further.” She read the roster of varsity athletes and named individual all‑conference honorees and statistical contributors. The board also recognized the Fire Safe Teddy STEAM Tank team and its advisor, Mr. Lfonte, as one of three state finalists who will present at the New Jersey School Boards Association convention in Atlantic City.
The administration also reported that the district successfully completed a five‑year special education monitoring process, passing the tier‑one review with minimal findings, and said the district plans a family‑school collaboration initiative to strengthen early resolution of special education concerns.
Enrollment and operations details: the administration reported total district enrollment at 1,970 students as of June 15 (building counts: Aldine 278; Robert Gordon 318; Sherman 358; middle school 435; high school 548; preschool 33). Officials said 30 residency verifications occurred between May 17 and June 16; two residency investigations were completed and three students will disenroll at the end of the school year.
Looking ahead, the district asked for community participation in strategic‑plan forums and posted an anonymous community survey link to collect broader input. The district said next steps include aligning curriculum across schools, expanding targeted professional development and improving literacy and family engagement systems.
