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September 13, 2024

BOE NEWS 2024 - 2025

BOE NEWS

Updates from the 5/14 Public Meeting

Thank you to everyone who joined us and participated in our meeting on the evening of May 14th. Dr. Brotschul and the board recognized the outstanding contributions of our BMS and BHS student representatives at our board meetings over the course of the 2023-2024 school year. We honored the District Teachers of the Year, Educational Services Professionals of the year and the exceptional careers of this year's retirees .

Included in the superintendent's report was a presentation on Developing Collaborative Partnerships. If you have not yet had the opportunity to view that report, it can be found by clicking here. Also included in the report were the numerous ways in which students, staff and the district have been featured in the news. We invite you to view these articles by clicking here.

The next and final public board of education meeting of this school year, will take place on Wednesday June 26th at 7:30pm in the BHS Community Room. We hope you will consider joining us. A full list of meeting dates can be found by clicking here. BOE meeting recordings can be found d by clicking here.

Pathways to Success District Newsletter

The March/April edition of the Pathways to Success newsletter was published, sent to all district families and is available on our district website. We invite all members of the school community to enjoy reading about the developments and accomplishments taking place across the district by clicking here.

Board Policies approved at the April 24th Board Meeting

P1140 - Educational Equity Policies/Affirmative Action (M)

P1523 - Comprehensive Equity Plan (M)

P1530 - Equal Employment Opportunities (M)

R1530 - Equal Employment Opportunity Complaint Procedure (M)

P1550 - Equal Employment/Anti-Discrimination Practices (M)

R2200 - Curriculum Content (M)

P2260 - Equity in School and Classroom Practices (M)

R2260 - Equity in School and Classroom Practices Complaint Procedure (M)

P2411 - Guidance Counseling (M)

P2423 & R2423 - Bilingual Education (M)

P2431.4 & R2431.4 - Prevention and Treatment of Sports-Related Concussions and Head Injuries (M)

P3211 - Code of Ethics

R5440 - Honoring Student Achievement

P5570 - Sportsmanship

P5750 - Equitable Educational Opportunity (M)

P5755 - Equity in Educational Programs and Services (M) - ABOLISHED

P5841 - Secret Societies

P5842 - Equal Access of Student Organizations

P7610 & R7610 - Vandalism

P9323 - Notification of Juvenile Offender Case Disposition

*For more information on the updates and revisions to the approved policies please click here.

**(M) indicates a mandated policy or revision

Links to All Board Policies & Regulations

All district policies and regulations can be found on the BOE page of the district website. You simply select the BOE tab at the top of the page and then click on "Policies and Goals" from the drop down menu. The "search" icon will allow you to look for policies by keywords or number or you can select the "home" icon for policies or regulations to see them listed by section. If you would like to view all student policies you select 5000 in the policy section and they will all appear listed below in the District Policy section. You can access the Policies and Goals page directly by clicking here.

Board Operations Information

For anyone looking for more information regarding the roles and responsibilities of the board of education we invite you to visit the About section of the BOE page of the district website. You will find a wealth of information here and links to additional resources as well. You can access that information directly by clicking here.

9/28/24

Don't miss out! Our signature fundraiser on September 28th is fast approaching. You can check out the Somerset Hills Education Foundation for ticket information. And let’s celebrate the season with local fare, live music, guest-centric fundraising equestrian-inspired fashions, and cowboy boots. So embrace your signature Somerset Hills style and help launch Character Education in the SHSD!

Raritan Headwaters

• Bugs and Blooms Garden Program
• Nature Days Outdoor Enrichment
• Glow-in-the-Dark Fish Puppet Workshop
• Black Walnut Workshop

Please Click the Button below for more information

10/17/24

The Bernards Township Health Department and Lynne Tamburrino, APN from Atlantic Breast Associates present: Understanding Your Risk of Breast Cancer

The program will take place at:

Bernards Township Library

32 S. Maple Ave.

Basking Ridge, NJ 07920 

Call 908-204-3069 or email [email protected] to register.

9/23/24

Creative Dance & Movement Classes at Dance Local in downtown Bernardsville. Weekly classes for toddlers, children and preteens begin September 24th. For schedule and to register click the button below www.dancelocalnj.com/fallclasses

9/23/24 Girls on the Run program will run Monday & Wednesday from 3:30-4:45 starting September 23rd and concluding at the 5K on November 24th.

Since its inception in 1996, Somerset Hills Education Foundation has been committed to fostering excellence in education. Join us in celebrating this year’s back to school season with the story of our journey and the impact we're making at SHSD! #SHEF #CommunityStrength #educationmatters To see the video click the link below

10/31/24 The Bernards High School Green Team has joined the NexTrex challenge! The challenge is to collect at least 1,000 lbs of plastic film by October 31st to receive a free bench and keep plastic out of our landfills. So far 384 lbs have been collected! Help them reach their goal and make our community more eco-friendly. Drop off your clean plastic at the Bernardsville Library, Community in Crisis, or Bernardsville Police Station! 

9/26/24 4-H Prep/Cloverbud Clubs

Attention children in grades K - 3, you can join 4-H! The Somerset County 4-H Prep/Cloverbud Program includes FREE, non-competitive, exploratory clubs led by volunteers. Clubs typically meet 1-2x/month beginning in September through our 4-H Fair in August.

Learn about our 60+ clubs for youth in grades K-12

Thursday, September 26

6:30-8:00PM

310 Milltown Rd, Bridgewater

For more information click the button below

The Environmental Education Center at Lord Stirling Park located in Basking Ridge offers year-round programs for everyone! After-school drop off programs for kids ages 5-13 (day varies based on age group), programs geared for families to get out and explore together, and even programs for adults. No matter your interest, we have a program that can help you explore!   To learn more, click the button below

10/6/24 Calling All Artists! The Bernardsville Public Library is hosting a Tiny Art Show. Pick up your tiny canvas at the library. Visit bernardsvillelibrary.org/tiny-art-show for more info. We can't wait to see your amazing art! the event

We are pleased to present the September 2024 edition of the “HEALTH MATTERS” E-Newsletter from the Bernards Township Health Department. Some important highlights include..

• Recipe of the Month: Cheesy Avocado Quesadillas
• Meet our New Health Officer, Dawn Marling!
• Back to School: Nutrition for Busy Families – 9/26
• FREE COVID-19 Test Kits by Mail – available at the end of September
• Best Prevention is Vaccination – Learn more about our Flu Shots Clinics, get the recommendations on Flu and COVID-19 vaccinations, and learn more about rising pertussis (whooping cough) cases in NJ and across the US
• Upcoming LOCAL and COMMUNITY health programs

…. And more!

BONUS: Meet Sweet Caroline, a Bernards Township cat available for adoption from one of our partners in our rescue efforts, Purrfect Pals Rescue!

Follow Us on Social Media - Bernards Township Health Department – Facebook/Instagram

You can view the newsletter click the button below

The Bernards Township Health Department is the contractual health agency for Bernards Township, Bernardsville Borough, Chester Borough, Long Hill Township, Mendham Borough, and Peapack and Gladstone Borough.

Join us at the picturesque Upton Pyne Carriage House on Saturday, September 28th, 2024, at 6:00 pm for an unforgettable pre-hunt party to celebrate the harvest season amidst the timeless charm of a country setting and launch a new Character Education initiative in the SHSD. Experience the essence of the Somerset Hills!

Delectable, seasonal country-style cuisine sourced from local artisans, farmers, and distillers, ensuring every bite is a celebration of our region's flavors.

The ambiance of a traditional hunting lodge with themed attire and captivating entertainment, promises an evening of elegance and rural allure.

An interactive fundraising experience designed with our guests at its heart, promising an evening of camaraderie, connection, and shared purpose.

Ticket information is here.

Fall Art Classes for Kids Ages 5-15 at The Center for Contemporary Art To see more click the link below https://ccabedminster.org/our-classes/?semester=563

9/14/2024 Bernardsville Parks and Recreation as well as Bernardsville Recreation are hosting a free community day to celebrate the centennial year. Activities include: Inflatables, a DJ, Bands, axe throwing, a golf simulator, face painting/temporary tattoos, and food!

To see fall and after school Programs click the buttons below.

Nutcracker season is almost upon us and the Roxey Ballet Company would like to invite you and your school to our School Show Matinee Production of The Nutcracker. We are a non-profit 5013C organization!

The show is specially curated for students of all ages, uniting art and education in this magical experience. 

The performance will take place on Friday, December 6, 2024 at the Villa Victoria Theater, at 10:00 am. Tickets are on sale for $25 each and we want to pack the theater with students from every part of our community. Join us for a pre-show Q/A session and see magic come to life before your eyes! To reserve your seats, RSVP HERE or reply with the following information. 

School: 

School Address: 

Contact Person: 

Telephone Number: 

Email Address: 

Number of Tickets to Reserve: 

Additional Accommodations Needed: 

Please note that all payments must be made within 30 days of reserving. 

Please click on the buttons below for more information.

Peapack & Gladstone’s ‘Art in the Park’ is held at Liberty Park on Main Street in the picturesque town center of Peapack & Gladstone, New Jersey. Artists exhibit their work in a serene, outdoor park setting against a beautiful pond backdrop.

Art in the Park began in 2000 and continues to grow in popularity with both exhibitors and attendees. Sponsored by the borough’s Recreation Commission, the event is a showcase for a large variety of fine art and crafts. The event provides our patrons an opportunity to meet and talk with the individual artists. Live entertainment, food and beverage, and a children’s craft area, make this a perfect day in the park!