Boonton Public Schools Board Of Education Meeting Agenda
Key discussion points and actions taken during the meeting included personnel actions such as approving staff substitutes, revising a leave of absence request, and appointing teachers and staff for various roles, including a long-term leave replacement. The Board approved several field trip destinations for PK-8 and PK-12 grades, including trips to Hershey Park, Pax Amicus Theater, and The College of New Jersey. Personnel actions also covered movement on the salary guide for several employees and approval of home instruction for multiple students, including the use of external providers like Silvergate Prep and LearnWell Education. The Board approved the amended Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Grant Fiscal Year 2026 and the amended Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA aka ESSA) Grant Fiscal Year 2026, including carryover amounts. Additionally, the Board approved the final reading of several policies, including those related to Nepotism and Employment of the Chief School Administrator. Operations included the approval of various financial payments, payroll expenses, and transfer reports for the month ending January 2026. Finally, the Board affirmed findings related to Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying complaints.