Cliffside Park School Board Announces New Mental Health Initiative with CarePlus Partnership

Overview: The Cliffside Park School Board meeting covered several issues, including the reinstatement of a partnership with CarePlus to provide on-site mental health support for students, the reintroduction of cursive handwriting to the curriculum, and numerous updates on summer projects and staffing.

Cliffside Park School Board Tackles Health Benefit Discrepancies and Welcomes Student Initiatives

Overview: In a recent meeting, the Cliffside Park School Board addressed financial challenges posed by discrepancies in health benefit forecasts, completed significant capital projects, and engaged with student-led initiatives. The board also focused on ongoing maintenance and hiring efforts to enhance the educational environment.

Dean Nikac Appointed to Cliffside Park School Board Amidst Vigorous Candidate Interviews

Overview: The Cliffside Park School Board meeting focused primarily on filling a board vacancy, resulting in the appointment of Dean Nikac after a comprehensive interview process.

Cliffside Park Honors Unsung Hero Amber Vargas and Bids Farewell to Cherished Teacher

Overview: In a recent Cliffside Park School Board meeting, the board celebrated Amber Vargas as the 2026 Bergen County Unsung Hero and expressed gratitude to retiring kindergarten teacher Mrs. Fontan. Additionally, the board discussed coaching policy changes and approved a masonry project for the high school.

Cliffside Park School Board Faces Budget Challenges and Coaching Policy

Overview: The Cliffside Park School Board meeting was marked by pressing budgetary challenges, with a specific focus on the rising costs of medical and prescription plans, and discussions over a policy that could limit teachers’ involvement in coaching sports teams, sparking significant public debate. The meeting also addressed ongoing affirmative action investigations, updates on school events, and community engagement initiatives.