Clifton Public Schools public meetings in 2021

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education will hold a regular meeting on December 9, 2021. Items include recognition of outgoing board member Frank W. Kasper and student awards, first reading of a policy on public participation, and second reading of multiple policies covering COVID-19 health and safety, vaccination requirements for school employees, and emergency remote instruction. The board will also vote on adoption of minutes and an expression of condolence for a former employee.

• Recognition of Frank W. Kasper for four years of board service
• First reading of Policy 0167 on public participation in board meetings
• Second reading and adoption of Policy 1648.11 (COVID-19 Health and Safety), 1648.13 (School Employee Vaccination Requirements), 2425 (Emergency Virtual or Remote Instruction), and others
• Expression of condolence for retired special education secretary Robert Suralik
• Superintendent's report on Start Strong and local assessment results

The Board adopted the minutes from the November 18, 2021, meeting. The session included student and staff recognitions, a presentation on Start Strong and local assessment data, and committee reports on facilities and finance.

• Adopted November 18, 2021 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Recognized Frank W. Kasper for his four years of service as a Board Member

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education holds a regular meeting with several action items including first readings of 16 policies covering COVID-19 health and safety, school employee vaccination requirements, remote instruction, and other topics. The board will also vote on out-of-district special education placements with tuition costs up to $86,011.80, a memorandum of agreement with Felician University for dual-credit courses, and participation in a Rutgers paraprofessional research project.

• First reading of 16 policies including 1648.11 (COVID-19 Health and Safety), 1648.13 (School Employee Vaccination Requirements), 2425 (Emergency Virtual or Remote Instruction), and others
• Abolishment of 5 outdated policies including 1648 (Restart and Recovery Plan) and 8810 (Religious Holidays)
• Out-of-district placements for 4 students with annual tuition from $59,940 to $86,011.80
• Memorandum of Agreement with Felician University for Project Forward dual-enrollment program
• Participation in Rutgers Paraprofessional Research Project for behavior support strategies

The Board of Education approved a Memorandum of Agreement with Felician University for the Project Forward Program and authorized participation in a Rutgers Paraprofessional research project. Several outdated district policies were abolished, and the Board approved out-of-district placements for students.

• Abolished policies 1648, 1648.02, 1648.03, 5114, and 8810
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Felician University for Project Forward Program
• Approved participation in Rutgers Paraprofessional research project
• Approved Kristan Genchi-Kehoe for Rutgers Labor Management Collaborative Training
• Accepted attendance report for month ending October 31, 2021
• Approved placement of Pupil #130784 at NJ Elks Developmental Disabilities ($86,011.80 tuition)
• Approved placement of Pupil #115797 at Essex Valley School ($73,449.00 tuition)
• Approved placement of Pupil #130815 at NJ Elks Developmental Disabilities Agency ($82,842.90 tuition)

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education will vote on ratifying four-year contracts (2020-2024) with the Clifton Supervisor's Association and the Clifton Association of Educational Secretaries. The board will also consider approving a free flu vaccination clinic for employees at Clifton High School, accepting the September attendance report, and authorizing staff participation in Rutgers labor management training. A presentation on 2021 statewide assessment results (DLM, ACCESS) for special education and English language learners will be given.

• Ratification of MOA with Clifton Supervisor's Association, 2020-2024
• Ratification of MOA with Clifton Association of Educational Secretaries, 2020-2024
• Approval for Clifton Health Department to use Clifton High School tent for employee flu clinic (Oct 27, 2021, 2:45-4:00 PM)
• Approval of attendance report for September 2021
• Approval of staff list for Rutgers University Labor Management Collaborative training (Nov 15, 2021)

The Board of Education approved the minutes from the October 7, 2021, meeting. The Board also passed a resolution expressing condolence for the passing of former teacher and board member James D. St. Clair.

• Adopted October 7, 2021 Regular Meeting minutes (9-0)
• Approved expression of condolence for James D. St. Clair (9-0)

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

This regular meeting includes approval of a $651,354 federal grant for special education, disposal of over 2,500 obsolete Chromebooks, and creation of new transportation and facilities job descriptions. The board will also approve out-of-district placements for two special education students and accept several tuition students from neighboring districts.

• Accept IDEA ARP Grant Basic ($600,390) and Preschool ($50,964) for total $651,354
• Dispose 2,501 Acer C740 and 15 Acer C732 Chromebooks as obsolete
• Create Director of Special Projects, Head Mechanic, Mechanic, Transportation Fleet Manager job descriptions
• Approve out-of-district placements at CTC Academy ($91,316) and Chancellor Academy ($76,667) for special ed students
• Accept 10 tuition students from Passaic, Wallington, Paterson, Garfield with per diem rates ranging $46.34–$79.59

The Board of Education approved the application and acceptance of American Rescue Plan grants for basic and preschool services. The Board also recognized Breast Cancer Awareness Month and approved the disposal of over 2,500 obsolete Chromebooks.

• Approved application for IDEA ARP Basic and Preschool Grants totaling $651,354
• Adopted minutes from September 23, 2021 Regular and Executive meetings
• Passed resolution recognizing October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month (9-0)
• Approved creation of job descriptions for Director of Special Projects, Head Mechanic, Mechanic, and Transportation Fleet Manager
• Approved disposal of 2,501 Acer C740 and 15 Acer C732 Chromebooks
• Approved acceptance of 10 tuition students from Passaic, Wallington, Paterson, and Garfield districts

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education adopted Policy 0167 on public participation in board meetings with a 6-2 vote. The board also voted to support the City of Clifton's Safe Routes to School grant application for safety improvements at Christopher Columbus Middle School (350 Piaget Ave), Public School #1 (158 Park Slope), and Public School #3 (365 Washington Ave). Additionally, the board approved district goals for 2021-2022, created a Student Data Specialist job description, and approved tuition for two McKinney-Vento students at $27,000 each.

• Adopted Policy 0167 on public participation with a split vote (6-2)
• Supported Safe Routes to School grant for infrastructure improvements at three schools
• Approved district goals for the 2021-2022 school year
• Approved $27,000 tuition each for two out-of-district McKinney-Vento students
• Created a Student Data Specialist job description

The Board of Education adopted district goals for the 2021-2022 school year and supported a City of Clifton grant application for pedestrian and bicycle safety improvements. The Board also approved a new job description for a Student Data Specialist and two out-of-district tuition placements.

• Adopted policy 0167 regarding Public Participation in Board Meeting (6-2)
• Approved District Goals for the 2021-2022 school year
• Created job description for Student Data Specialist
• Approved support for City of Clifton Safe Routes to School grant for infrastructure improvements
• Approved out-of-district placement for student M.A. (ID 107570) at $27,000 pro-rated tuition
• Approved out-of-district placement for student M.A. (ID 111538) at $27,000 pro-rated tuition
• Adopted minutes from August 18, 2021 meeting
• Adopted minutes from September 9, 2021 meeting

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education voted to reinstate Policy 0167 (public participation) with a 3-minute limit for board member comments. They ratified a Memorandum of Agreement with the Clifton Custodial Association for 2021-2024 and a Sidebar Agreement with the Clifton Educators' Association for 2020-2024. The board also approved a contract with the Clifton Boys and Girls Club to host up to 60 students during virtual instruction and authorized contracts for non-public school services.

• Reinstated Policy 0167 with a 3-minute board member comment limit (vote 6-2)
• Ratified MOA with Clifton Custodial Association for 2021-2024
• Ratified Sidebar Agreement with Clifton Educators' Association for 2020-2024
• Authorized contract with Clifton Boys and Girls Club for 60 students during School #16 closure
• Approved contracts with Essex Regional Education Services Commission for non-public services

The Board of Education reinstated Policy 0167 regarding public participation at meetings and authorized a contract with the Clifton Boys and Girls Club to host students from the closed School #16. Several educational service contracts and a new job description for Supervisor of Fiscal Compliance were also approved.

• Reinstated Policy 0167 (Option B) with a 3-minute limit for Board Member comments (6-2)
• Approved contract with Clifton Boys and Girls Club to host up to 60 students from School #16 during its temporary closure
• Approved non-public service contracts with Essex Regional Education Services Commission, Catapult Learning, and Kid Clan
• Approved four contracts with Essex Regional Education Services Commission for 2021-2022
• Created job description for Supervisor of Fiscal Compliance
• Approved field trips for CHS Mustang Band and Felician University
• Accepted ASBO International’s Certificate of Excellence in Financial Reporting Award for FY 2020
• Approved resignations of Jennifer Chiodo, Virginia Cubillan, and Jacqueline DeBlock

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The board adopted the minutes from the regular and executive meetings held on August 5, 2021. It approved four resolutions expressing condolences for the recent deaths of Keith A. LaForgia, Diana Maksymowicz, Nancy Munck, and Iaroslaw Gavrilko. The meeting also included a superintendent’s update on school reopening and reports from various committees.

• Adoption of minutes from the August 5, 2021 regular and executive meetings
• Resolution expressing condolence for Keith A. LaForgia
• Resolution expressing condolence for Diana Maksymowicz
• Resolution expressing condolence for Nancy Munck
• Superintendent’s update on reopening of schools

The Board of Education approved the minutes from the August 5, 2021, regular and executive meetings. Administration presented a PowerPoint update on the 2021-2022 school reopening protocols, including health, safety, and instructional plans. The Board also passed a resolution of condolence for Mr. Keith A. LaForgia.

• Approved Regular Meeting minutes of August 5, 2021 (8-1)
• Approved Executive Meeting minutes of August 5, 2021 (8-1)
• Approved expression of condolence for Mr. Keith A. LaForgia (9-0)

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education will vote on multiple action items at its August 5 regular meeting, including applying for $3,636,238 in federal ESSA grants, creating a Director of Operations and Student Services position, and abolishing a COVID-19 policy. The board will also consider adding special education classrooms and rescinding a previous motion. The meeting includes recognition of a board member and first readings of several policies.

• Approval to apply for $2,877,021 (Title I), $400,569 (Title IIA), $130,399 (Title III), and $228,249 (Title IVA) in ESSA funds for 2021-22
• Creation of the Director of Operations and Student Services job description
• Abolishment of policy 1649 (Federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act)
• Approval of two new preschool disabled programs at CELA-B and a self-contained autism K/1 class at School #16
• Rescinding a prior motion that suspended bylaws 0164 and 0167 (September 2020)

The Board approved the application for several ESSA grants totaling over $3.6 million and created a Director of Operations and Student Services position. The Board also recognized Lucy Danny as a NJSBA 2nd Certified Board Member and adopted the July 8, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Approved resolution recognizing Lucy Danny as NJSBA 2nd Certified Board Member (6-0)
• Adopted Regular and Executive meeting minutes from July 8, 2021 (6-0)
• Approved expression of condolence for Nicholas Gerald Storms (6-0)
• Approved creation of Director of Operations and Student Services job description
• Approved abolishment of Policy 1649 regarding Federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act
• Approved application for ESSA Grant funds: Title I ($2,877,021), Title IIA ($400,569), Title III ($130,399), and Title IV Part A ($228,249)
• Approved agreement with Center for Family Resources/Head Start for preschool services
• Tabled motion to rescind New Business #1 from 9/17/2020

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education will vote on ratifying a Memorandum of Agreement with the Clifton Teachers' Association for a collective bargaining agreement from July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2024. Multiple action items include readoption of evaluation rubrics, submission of a Comprehensive Equity Plan for 2021-2022, and appointment of special education service providers with specific fee schedules. The meeting also includes public recognition and committee reports.

• Ratification of MOA with Clifton Teachers' Association for 2020-2024 contract
• Readoption of Danielson and NJ LoTi evaluation rubrics for certificated staff
• Submission of Comprehensive Equity Plan for 2021-2022 school year
• Appointment of special education providers including Advancing Opportunities ($925 AT evaluation) and others with hourly rates up to $130
• Public recognition segment for resident comments on school operations

The Board elected a new vice president and ratified a four-year collective bargaining agreement with the Clifton Teachers' Association. The Board also approved a comprehensive equity plan and appointed multiple special education service providers for the 2021-2022 school year.

• Elected Frank Kasper as Vice President (6-3)
• Approved minutes from June 10 and June 28, 2021 meetings
• Ratified Memorandum of Agreement with Clifton Teachers' Association for 2020-2024
• Readopted evaluation rubrics for certificated staff
• Approved the Comprehensive Equity Plan for 2021-2022
• Appointed 18 special education service providers for 2021-2022
• Convened in Executive Session to discuss contract, personnel, and student matters

Special Meeting - 7:00 pm

This special meeting of the Clifton Board of Education consists primarily of procedural items such as call to order, pledge, roll call, and public comment. No specific action items or discussions are detailed in the agenda beyond the indication that student matters may be addressed and action may be taken.

The Board held a special meeting primarily to discuss student matters in executive session. Following the session, Vice President Fahim K. Abedrabbo apologized for giving wristbands to two students not on the attendee list for Project Graduation and announced he would step down as vice president while remaining a Board member.

• Approved motion to suspend agenda for public recognition (8-0)
• Approved motion to convene in Executive Session to discuss student matters (9-0)
• Approved motion for a second public recognition session (8-0)
• Approved motion to amend agenda to allow for New Business (7-0, 1 abstain)

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Board will hold a public hearing and vote on an amended employment contract for Superintendent Danny Robertozzi covering July 2021 through June 2026. Other actions include recognizing the 2021 Educator of the Year and recipients of the Governor's Educator of the Year award, as well as honoring retirees and 25-year veterans. The meeting also includes routine approvals of minutes and reports.

• Public hearing and approval of amended Superintendent's Employment Contract 2021-2026 for Dr. Danny Robertozzi
• Recognition of Alexandra Wisnowski as the 2021 Educator of the Year
• Recognition of 2020-2021 Governor's Educator of the Year recipients (teachers and educational service professionals)
• Expression of condolences for Dr. Robert Valente, former principal
• Approval of minutes from May 20, 2021 regular and executive meetings

The Board of Education approved a new employment contract for Superintendent Dr. Danny Robertozzi. Members also adopted previous meeting minutes and passed a resolution of condolence for Dr. Robert Valente.

• Approved Superintendent Dr. Danny Robertozzi's employment contract for July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2026 (9-0)
• Adopted May 20, 2021 Regular Meeting minutes (7-0)
• Adopted May 20, 2021 Executive Meeting minutes (7-0, 2 abstentions)
• Approved expression of condolences for Dr. Robert Valente (9-0)
• Officially honored recipients of the 2020-2021 Governor's Educator of the Year Award

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education will vote on revisions to the 2020-2021 and 2022-2023 school calendars, including making June 8, 2021 a full virtual day due to the primary election and adding Eid al-Fitr as a closed day in 2023. The board will also consider a modification to school crossings based on a police audit, approve field trips, and act on personnel resignations and leaves of absence. A first reading of policy on resident/non-resident student eligibility is on the agenda.

• Revision to 2022-2023 school calendar adding Eid al-Fitr closure on April 21, 2023
• Revision to 2020-2021 calendar making June 8, 2021 a full virtual day for Primary Election
• Proposed modification to school crossings after Clifton Police audit found discrepancies with ordinance
• Resignations include Middle School Principal at WWMS effective June 30, 2021
• First reading of Policy 5111 on eligibility of resident/non-resident students

The Board of Education approved changes to the 2020-2021 and 2022-2023 school calendars and accepted a recommendation to modify school crossings. The Board also approved several personnel resignations, leaves of absence, and field trips for special education students.

• Approved 2020-2021 calendar change: June 8, 2021, as a full virtual day (8-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 calendar changes for Holy Friday, Spring Recess, and Eid al-Fitr (8-0)
• Approved modification to school crossings based on Clifton Police Department audit (8-0)
• Approved field trips for Grade 5 Special Education students to CCMS and WWMS (8-0)
• Approved resignations of Merline Abik, Denene Guidetti, Bracken Healy, Annabel Jean-Baptiste, and Brian Small
• Approved four FMLA leaves of absence and four maternity leaves of absence
• Adopted minutes from the May 6, 2021, Regular and Executive meetings (8-0)
• Received and filed first reading of Policy 5111 regarding student eligibility

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education will vote on adopting the final school budget for 2021-2022, totaling $210,958,698. The General Fund levy has no increase from the prior year, and the Debt Service tax levy decreases by $37,400. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled at the meeting. Other agenda items include routine procedural matters and proclamations.

• Adoption of 2021-2022 final budget: General Fund $195,160,094, Debt Service $932,000, Grants $14,866,604, total $210,958,698
• Public hearing on the final 2021-2022 budget
• First reading of Policy 7250 – School and Facility Names
• Resolution of condolence for former Board Commissioner Leonard M. Mihalik
• Proclamation of Teacher Appreciation Week (May 3, 2021) and National School Nurse Day

The Board of Education approved the final school district budget for the 2021-2022 school year. The budget includes a $1.85 million withdrawal from the Capital Reserve and maintains a General Fund levy with no increase from the previous year.

• Approved 2021-2022 Final School District Budget of $210,958,698.00
• Approved $1,850,000.00 withdrawal from Capital Reserve
• Adopted Regular and Executive Meeting minutes from April 15, 2021
• Approved expression of condolence for former Board member Leonard M. Mihalik
• Proclaimed May 3, 2021 as Teacher Appreciation Week

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education met to approve the 2022-2023 school calendar and a memorandum with Felician University. The board also considered a grant application for community learning programs and behavioral service appointments.

• Approval of the 2022-2023 school calendar
• Memorandum of Agreement between Clifton Public Schools and Felician University
• Application for $499,994.00 21st Century Community Learning Center Program Continuation Grant
• Appointment of CarePlus New Jersey Services for $11,500.00 per month
• Recognition of Salsabeel Abdelkarim for high school logo contribution

The Board of Education approved the school calendar for the 2022-2023 year and a partnership with Felician University. It also authorized a grant application for the 21st Century Community Learning Center and contracted CarePlus New Jersey for behavioral services. Several personnel resignations were approved.

• Approved 2022-2023 school calendar (9-0)
• Approved Memorandum of Agreement with Felician University (9-0)
• Approved application for $499,994 21st Century Community Learning Center grant (9-0)
• Approved $11,500 monthly contract for CarePlus New Jersey behavioral services (9-0)
• Adopted March 18, 2021 regular and executive meeting minutes (8-0, 1 abstain)
• Recognized student Salsabeel Abdelkarim for developing the CHS PBSIS logo (8-0)
• Approved resignations of Kathryn Gordon, Angelo Intile, and Stephanie Langner
• Received and filed Policy 2560 regarding Live Animals in School

Regular Board Meeting - 6:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education will consider accepting $4,960,809 in New Jersey Preschool Expansion Aid and approve a revised 2020-2021 school calendar with closures and early dismissal dates. Also on the agenda are a summer school agreement, a grant for counseling services, and personnel actions including resignations and retirements.

• Acceptance of $4,960,809 Preschool Expansion Aid from NJ DOE for expanding preschool classrooms
• Revision of 2020-2021 school calendar: April 5 closed, April 20 early dismissal, June 22 graduation (pending executive orders)
• Approval of summer school agreement with Northern Region County Educational Services Commission at Clifton High School
• Acceptance of School Based Healthcare Solutions Network grant for counseling services (amount TBD)
• Personnel resignations, retirements, and leaves of absence

The Board approved several administrative actions, including a revised 2020-2021 school calendar and the acceptance of state aid for preschool expansion. The Board also approved a summer school agreement and the abolishment of a school safety regulation. A preliminary budget for 2021-2022 was presented by administration.

• Accepted $4,960,809 in NJ DOE Preschool Expansion Aid
• Approved revised 2020-2021 school calendar (April 5 closed, June 22 last day)
• Approved summer school agreement with Northern Region County Educational Services Commission
• Accepted School Based Healthcare Solutions Network, Inc. grant for counseling
• Abolished Regulation 7430 School Safety
• Accepted February 2021 attendance report
• Approved resignations of Yeliz Camurlu and Esteffany Castillo
• Approved retirements of Ana DiGiacomo, Diane Monopoli, and Letty Porter

Special Meeting - 6:00 pm

This special meeting of the Clifton Board of Education is held solely for board member ethics training; no action will be taken. The agenda includes procedural openings and a public comment period, but no substantive decisions or votes are scheduled.

• Board member ethics training (no action taken)
• Public recognition period for resident comments
• Procedural opening: call to order, pledge, roll call, mission statement
• Reading of Open Public Meetings Act compliance notice

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education will vote on second reading of a dozen policies covering topics such as family leave, medical cannabis administration, and lead testing of water. The board is also set to approve personnel actions including resignations, retirements, and leaves of absence, as well as accept a tuition student from Belleville.

• Second reading and adoption of 13 policies (e.g., 7425 Lead Testing of Water, 5330.01 Medical Cannabis, 1643 Family Leave)
• Acceptance of tuition student ID #129481 from Belleville at Clifton High School, $79.78 per diem
• Resignations: Assistant Wrestling Coach Jan Kepic, p/t Paraprofessional Ana Messina
• Retirements: four teachers including CHS math teacher Bernice Binko, effective June 30, 2021
• Approval of numerous leaves of absence, including three maternity leaves for kindergarten and grade 5 teachers

The Board of Education adopted 13 policies covering topics such as board member resignation, family leave, and lead testing of water. The Board also approved the acceptance of one tuition student from Belleville and processed various staff resignations, retirements, and leaves of absence.

• Adopted 13 updated policies including Board Member Resignation, Family Leave, and Lead Testing of Water
• Approved acceptance of one tuition student from Belleville for CHS at $79.78 per diem
• Approved resignations of Jan Kepic (Assistant Wrestling Coach) and Ana Messina (p/t Paraprofessional)
• Approved retirements of Bernice Binko, Howard Schlesinger, Kathryn Surowiec, and James Walker
• Approved various paid and unpaid leaves of absence for district staff
• Adopted minutes from the February 18, 2021 Regular and Executive meetings

Special Meeting - 6:00 pm

This special meeting of the Clifton Board of Education is convened solely for a community forum to discuss a bond referendum. No formal action will be taken.

• Community forum on the bond referendum (no action to be taken)

The Board of Education conducted a community forum to discuss a proposed bond referendum for school renovations and facilities upgrades. No official actions or votes were taken during the meeting.

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education holds its regular meeting, including an audit presentation for the 2019-2020 fiscal year and a statement from the superintendent on reopening schools March 8. The board conducts first readings of several policies, such as administration of medical cannabis and lead testing of water, and takes action on tuition students and out-of-district special education placements.

• Audit presentation for 2019-2020 by district auditor Paul Lerch
• Statement from Superintendent Dr. Robertozzi on reopening schools March 8, 2021
• First reading of policies including Medical Cannabis, Lead Testing of Water, Student Records, and others
• Approval of tuition students from Montclair and Garfield with per diem rates ($76.61-$79.78)
• Out-of-district placements: two pupils at NJEDDA ($88,685.10/year) and Honor Ridge Academy ($87,947.70/year)

The Board adopted the regular and executive meeting minutes from February 4, 2021. Members received first readings of 12 policies and abolished seven outdated policies. Administration presented the 2019-20 audit and discussed plans to reopen schools on March 8, 2021, using a hybrid model.

• Adopted February 4, 2021 Regular Meeting minutes (9-0)
• Adopted February 4, 2021 Executive Meeting minutes (9-0)
• Abolished policies 2415.01, 2415.03, 3431.1, 3431.3, 4431.1, 4431.3, and 7430
• Accepted attendance reports for month ending January 31, 2021
• Withdrew second reading of Policy 0155 for further committee discussion

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education will vote on a resolution requesting Governor Murphy to include public school personnel in the official definition of frontline workers for COVID-19 vaccine allotment. The board also plans to adopt a policy on board committees and recognize student athletes for All County honors.

• Resolution requesting Governor Murphy to prioritize public school personnel for COVID-19 vaccine in Phase 1B
• Recognition of student athletes for All County Football, Girls Tennis, Cross Country, and Soccer First Teams
• Adoption of Policy 0155 - Board Committees (second reading)
• Recognition of Clifton High School receiving $500 as a USMC Fit Certified School
• Approval of minutes from January 21, 2021 regular meeting

The Board of Education passed a resolution requesting that Governor Murphy include public school district personnel in the definition of frontline workers for vaccine allotment. The Board also formally recognized several all-county student athletes and adopted the minutes from the January 21, 2021 meeting.

• Approved resolution requesting Governor Murphy prioritize public school personnel for COVID-19 vaccines
• Adopted January 21, 2021 Regular Meeting minutes (8-1)
• Recognized All County Football First Team students
• Recognized All County Girls Tennis First Team students
• Recognized All County Girls and Boys Cross Country First Team students
• Recognized All County Girls and Boys Soccer First Team students

Regular Board Meeting - 7:00 pm

The Clifton Board of Education will vote on resolutions including accepting a $156,425 competitive grant for addressing student learning loss, approving a preschool education agreement, and adopting a first reading of a new board committee policy. The meeting also includes presentations on the referendum and the return to in-person instruction plan, as well as numerous personnel actions such as resignations, retirements, and leaves of absence.

• Apply for and accept #21-SS01-H05 Addressing Student Learning Loss Competitive Grant in the amount of $156,425
• Approve Preschool Education Program Agreement 2020-2021 with Center for Family Resources/Head Start
• First reading of Policy 0155 - Board Committees
• Resignations of five staff members including a grade 5 teacher and a paraprofessional
• Presentations on Referendum and Return to In-Person Instruction Plan

The Board of Education adopted the meeting minutes from December 3, 2020, and January 7, 2021. Administration presented a proposed referendum for facility upgrades and a report on COVID-19 statistics. Superintendent Dr. Robertozzi recommended that classes remain virtual until at least March 1, 2021.

• Approved minutes of the December 3, 2020 Regular Meeting (9-0)
• Approved minutes of the December 3, 2020 Executive Meeting (9-0)
• Approved minutes of the January 7, 2021 Reorganization Meeting (9-0)

Reorganization Meeting

The Clifton Board of Education holds its reorganization meeting to elect a president and vice president for the coming year. Board members designate meeting dates through January 2022 and approve committee appointments. Personnel actions include approving school nurses as volunteers for COVID-19 drive-through vaccination clinics at Clifton High School and appointing substitute teachers and paraprofessionals.

• Nomination and election of Board President and Vice President
• Designation of meeting schedule from January 21, 2021 through January 6, 2022
• Resolution expressing condolence for former teacher and board member Arlene Agresti
• Approval of school nurses as volunteers for COVID-19 drive-through vaccination clinics at CHS on Wednesdays
• Approval of substitute teachers and paraprofessionals for 2020-2021 school year

The Board of Education elected its leadership for the term and swore in three members. The Board approved a resolution of condolence for former member and teacher Arlene Agresti and set one upcoming meeting date.

• Elected Jim Smith as Board President (5-0)
• Elected Fahim Abedrabbo as Board Vice President (6-3)
• Approved expression of condolence for Arlene Agresti (9-0)
• Approved January 21, 2021, as a meeting date (8-1)
• Tabled remaining 2021 meeting dates for further discussion
• Appointed Frank Kasper as N.J. School Boards Association Delegate
• Appointed Judith Bassford as Passaic County School Boards Association Delegate
• Appointed Frank Kasper as Passaic County School Boards Association Alternate