The event, first conceived just weeks ago, drew 1,000 people to the park.
Jonathan Ponds
Some apprehension, a lot of excitement as Montclair HS freshmen return
“They’re taller than I thought they’d be,” Jaime Doshi, student assistance counselor, said.
Union: Many restrooms, classrooms at Montclair HS still unsafe
The MEA wants several declared off-limits as freshmen return Wednesday.
Asked who’s probing Montclair whistleblower letter, Ponds pleads for patience
“Let us do our work so we can do this thoughtfully and meaningfully and let’s not put pressure on our investigators,” he says.
Montclair schools open full-time this fall. This group will help shape how
But Mayor Sean Spiller’s new task force on full-time education has some big decisions to make early on — like the scope of its own mission.
Montclair mayor plans task force on returning kids to schools full-time
By LOUIS C. HOCHMAN hochman@montclairlocal.news Montclair Mayor Sean Spiller is planning Monday to formally announce a task force “to facilitate a smooth return to full time in-person learning,” he said […]
Madison schools investigating after Montclair Local report on ‘whistleblower’ letter
John Eschmann, a former Montclair buildings and grounds supervisor named in the letter, is now director of facilities for Madison Public Schools.
Montclair High School freshmen returning to schools May 19
Students will be just 3 feet apart, not 6, and there will be in-person class on Wednesdays.
Outside party will investigate allegations of ‘criminal sabotage’ at Montclair schools
A buildings and grounds supervisor alleges students were put in unnecessary danger from asbestos, rodents, extreme cold and heat, and other hazards at buildings throughout the district.
As set, Montclair middle schoolers have 8 days of in-person learning this year
But school officials say they’re working on charges to schedules released Monday.
Eve Robinson: I chose to step down from Montclair school board
“I look forward to a time when the community can come together in the spirit of collaboration and caring that I know can be achieved in Montclair,” she said.
Parents tell Montclair district: We’re worried new air cleaners aren’t safe
The district is keeping the bipolar ionization systems off for now, while it wades through conflicting reports about their effectiveness and safety.
Montclair mayor: Claims I let union run school board ‘false and puzzling’
Departing board member alleged the mayor let Montclair Education Association vet at least one candidate.
Mayor lets union run Montclair school board, departing member says
Sergio Gonzalez, passed over for reappointment, alleges Mayor Sean Spiller had at least one outgoing member interviewed by the Montclair Education Association.