Jersey City Public Schools, NJ

1 Thursday, June 25, 2026 Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.01 REGULAR MEETING / 5:30 pm Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information JERSEY CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION     Regular Public Meeting THURSDAY - JUNE 25, 2026 (5:30 p.m.)   Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (PS#11) School Auditorium                                         Caucus Meetings  will be held in Room 1R at the Jersey City Board of Education Building, 1 Halstead Street, Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m.  Regular Public Meetings  will be held in the first floor auditorium at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School (P.S.#11), Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m. Videos of the monthly meetings can be viewed on the District's official website at www.jcboe.org.  Open the Board of Education tab and scroll down to JCETV Board Meeting Broadcasts.   SCHEDULED MEETINGS Caucus Meeting  Regular Meeting January 20, 2026 January 22, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting February 17, 2026 February 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting  (Adopt SY 2026/27 preliminary budget)  Regular Meeting March 24, 2026 March 26, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting (Public Budget Hearing) April 28, 2026 April 30, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting May 19, 2026 May 21, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting June 23, 2026 June 25, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting August 25, 2026 August 27, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting September 15, 2026 September 17, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting October 13, 2026 October 15, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting November 10, 2026 November 12, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting December 8, 2026 December 10, 2026   Reorganization Meeting January 7, 2027 File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance / Sunshine Statement Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information   In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-6 et seq., a dequate notification of this meeting has been provided by advertising in the   El Diario la Prensa on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, and the Star Ledger on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.  Notice was posted on the district website. File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.03 Roll Call Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information Board Member Present Absent Dr. George P. Blount     Natalia Ioffe     Afaf Muhammad     Alpa B. Patel     Tia Rezabala     Lorenzo Richardson     Matthew Schneider     V.P. Dejon Morris     President Noemi Velazquez       File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.04 Committee Reports Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments Attc 1.04 - Ed Programs__Bilingual__ESL__World Language Committee.pdf (313 KB) Attc 1.04 - Finance__Facilities__Technology Committee Meeting.pdf (267 KB) Attc 1.04 - Student Life and Services Committee Meeting.pdf (278 KB) Attc 1.04 - Special Education Committee Meeting.pdf (338 KB) Attc 1.04 Policy Committee Meeting.pdf (242 KB) Community Outreach Town Hall.pdf (524 KB) Special Education - Attc_1.pdf (6,418 KB) Student Life & Personnel Services - Attc 1.pdf (26,117 KB) Ed Programs - Attc 1.pdf (120 KB) 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.01 President's Report Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.02 Superintendent's Message Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 3. Auditors: Lerch, Vinci & Bliss, LLP Subject 3.01 Non-Public Schools Audit Presentation Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 4. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 4.01 Students/Staff/Schools Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 4. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 4.02 Contributions to the Board of Education Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 5. Public Comments Subject 5.01 Public Comments Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion ALL SPEAKERS MUST ADHERE TO THE THREE (3) MINUTE SPEAKING RULE.   THE CLOCK SHALL NOT BE STOPPED.   SPEAKERS WILL BE CALLED TO THE MICROPHONE TO SPEAK IN THE ORDER THAT THEIR REQUEST IS RECEIVED.   "ALL STATEMENTS OR COMMENTS SHALL BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR.   IT IS THE EXPECTATION OF THE BOARD THAT COMMENTS WILL REMAIN POSITIVE AND FOCUSED AROUND THE BEST INTEREST OF THE STUDENTS AND THE DISTRICT AS A WHOLE.  THE BOARD WILL NOT CONDONE COMMENTS THAT CAN BE PERCEIVED AS HARASSING, INSULTING, THREATENING, OR LACKING IN RESPECT OR CIVILITY"   THE CHAIR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO:   A. INTERRUPT, WARN, AND/OR TERMINATE A PARTICIPANT'S STATEMENT, OR  COMMENT WHEN IT IS TOO LENGTHY.   B. INTERRUPT, AND/OR WARN, A PARTICIPANT WHEN THE STATEMENT, OR COMMENT IS ABUSIVE, OBSCENE, OR MAY BE DEFAMATORY.   C. REQUEST ANY PERSON TO LEAVE THE MEETING WHEN THAT PERSON DOES NOT OBSERVE REASONABLE DECORUM OR PRESENTS THEMSELVES AS A DANGER TO OTHERS IN THE BUILDING.   D. REQUEST THE ASSISTANCE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS IN THE REMOVAL OF A DISORDERLY PERSON WHEN THAT PERSON PREVENTS OR DISRUPTS A MEETING WITH AN ACT THAT OBSTRUCTS OR INTERFERES WITH A MEETING, INCLUDING THREATS BY WORDS, ACTIONS OR OBJECTS.   E. CALL A RECESS OR AN ADJOURNMENT TO ANOTHER TIME WHEN THE LACK OF PUBLIC DECORUM INTERFERES WITH THE ORDERLY CONDUCT OF A MEETING; AND   F. WAIVE THESE RULES WHEN NECESSARY FOR THE PROTECTION OF PRIVACY OR TO MAINTAIN AN ORDERLY OPERATION OF THE BOARD MEETING."   Pursuant to Bylaw #0164.6 "Remote Board Meetings During a Declared Emergency (M)", and #0167 "Public Participation at Board Meetings."    – REQUESTS TO SPEAK MAY BE MADE UP UNTIL 3:00 P. M. ON THE DAY OF THE BOARD MEETING BY CALLING IN THE REQUEST TO THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY TO THE BOARD AT 201-915-6074 OR BY EMAILING [email protected].  PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER, AND THE DATE OF THE MEETING.     ***AT THE DISCRETION OF THE PRESIDENT, THE ORDER OF SPEAKERS MAY BE CHANGED.     File Attachments 6. Executive Session Subject 6.01 Executive Session Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion BE IT RESOLVED,  the Jersey City Board of Education, pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-12 , determines it is necessary to meet in Executive Session on June 25, 2026,  to discuss matters where confidentiality is essential; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,  these matters will be made public when the need for confidentiality no longer exists. File Attachments 7. Adoption of Minutes Subject 7.01 Caucus Meeting - May 19, 2026 Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Caucus Meeting  held on May 19, 2026. File Attachments Attc 7.01 - Caucus Meeting - May 19, 2026.pdf (136 KB) 7. Adoption of Minutes Subject 7.02 Regular Meeting - May 21, 2026 Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Regular Meeting held on May 21, 2026. File Attachments Attc 7.02 - Board Meeting Minutes - May 21, 2026.pdf (4,684 KB) 7. Adoption of Minutes Subject 7.03 Special Meeting - May 28, 2026 Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Special Meeting held on May 28, 2026. File Attachments Attc 7.03 - Special Meeting - May 28, 2026.pdf (173 KB) 8. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 8.01 Approve Contract Renewal with Finalsite (formerly Blackboard Connect) for Integrated Communication System (2026/27) Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , Finalsite provides the licenses, support and maintenance of Integrated Communication System proprietary software; and   WHEREAS , the licenses, maintenance and support services must be renewed annually for continued services; and   WHEREAS , this service is exempt from bidding as per 18A: 18A-5 (19); and   WHEREAS , Finalsite has agreed to renew the contract amount, $43,810.00, a 5% increase, for Mass Communication System; now, therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves the renewal of contract to Finalsite, located at 655 Winding Brook Drive, Glastonbury, CT 06033 for the 2026/27 school year at a 5% increase of $43,810.00;  Acct. #11.000.230.590.089.00.0000.   Originator:  Dr. Norma Fernandez,  Chief School Administrator File Attachments Attc 8.01 - AF20313.pdf (776 KB) 8. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 8.02 Approve Integrated Communication Systems - Website, Design services, and Chatbot Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , resolution 4.16 approved on January 5, 2023 authorized the Jersey City Board of Education to enter into a Cooperative Agreement with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS) which is a national coop; and   WHEREAS , the District needs to purchase licenses, support, and design services related to the Integrated Communication Systems from Edlio, Inc. P.O. Box 9978, Glendale, CA 91226, which is the holder of TIPS contract #220105 - Technology Solutions Products and Services, at a cost of $37,380.00 (no increase in cost); and   WHEREAS , the District is adding Edlio Chatbot to the district website page, a new trial feature for a one cost of $2,775.00; and   WHEREAS , a purchase will be issued upon the completion of the 10 day public notice requirement that is required by the Division of Local Government Services; and   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves the purchase of proprietary software licenses, support, and maintenance and Edlio Chatbot feature with Edlio, Inc. P.O. Box 9978, Glendale, CA 91226, for the 2026/27 school year, at a cost not to exceed $40,155.00 for website, design services, and Chabot;  Acct. #11.000.230.590.089.00.0000.   Originator:  Dr. Norma Fernandez,  Chief School Administrator File Attachments Attc 8.02 - AF20480.pdf (741 KB) 8. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 8.03 Approve Proprietary Software contract with Edlio, Inc. Access+ Branded App (2026/27) Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , resolution 4.16 approved on January 5, 2023 authorized the Jersey City Board of Education to enter into a Cooperative Agreement with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS); and   WHEREAS , the District purchased The Edlio Access + Branded App Licenses, Edlio, Inc. P.O. Box 9978, Glendale, CA 91226 which is the holder of contract #220105 - Technology Solutions Products and Services; object; and   WHEREAS , the Communications Department will enhance its social media and online presence through a personalized mobile app, Access+ Branded App; and   WHEREAS , the objective being to provide additional opportunities with the community that will align to the district website and our 41 school websites. The cost for Edlio Access + Branded App to the district is $29,700.00 (no increase in cost); and   WHEREAS , a purchase will be released upon the completion of the 10 day public notice that is required by the Division of Local Government Services; now, therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves the contract with Edlio, Inc. P.O. Box 9978, Glendale, CA 91226 for Edlio Access+ Branded App for the 2026/27 school year, at a cost not to exceed $29,700.00;  Acct. #11.000.230.590.089.00.0000.   Originator:  Dr. Norma Fernandez,  Chief School Administrator File Attachments Attc 8.03 - AF20482.pdf (755 KB) 8. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 8.04 Approve Adoption of College Board AP Career Kickstart Courses and Curriculum Frameworks Meeting Jun 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , the district provides opportunities for students to enroll in Advanced Placement (AP) courses to access rigorous, college-level coursework and the potential to earn college credit; and   WHEREAS , the district is committed to expanding high-quality academic and career-connected learning pathways that prepare students for postsecondary education and workforce readiness; and   WHEREAS , the College Board has developed new AP Career Kickstart courses, including AP Business with Personal Finance and AP Cybersecurity,

1 Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Special Meeting / Town Hall, 6:00 p.m. 1. Preface Subject 1.01 Special Meeting / Town Hall Meeting Jun 9, 2026 - Special Meeting / Town Hall, 6:00 p.m. Type Information       JERSEY CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION     SPECIAL MEETING / TOWN HALL JUNE 9, 2026 6:00 p.m.   Ezra L. Nolan Middle School 40 88 Gates Avenue Jersey City, NJ 07305                                                                     Caucus Meetings  will be held in Room 1R at the Jersey City Board of Education Building, 1 Halstead Street, Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m.  Regular Public Meetings  will be held in the first floor auditorium at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School (P.S.#11), Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m. Videos of the monthly meetings  can be viewed on the District's official website at www.jcboe.org.  Open the Board of Education tab and scroll down to JCETV Board Meeting Broadcasts.   SCHEDULED MEETINGS Caucus Meeting  Regular Meeting January 20, 2026 January 22, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting February 17, 2026 February 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting  (Adopt SY 2026/27 preliminary budget)  Regular Meeting March 24, 2026 March 26, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting (Public Budget Hearing) April 14, 2026 April 16, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting May 19, 2026 May 21, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting June 23, 2026 June 25, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting August 25, 2026 August 27, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting September 15, 2026 September 17, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting October 13, 2026 October 15, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting November 10, 2026 November 12, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting December 8, 2026 December 10, 2026   Reorganization Meeting January 7, 2027   File Attachments 1. Preface Subject 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance / Sunshine Statement Meeting Jun 9, 2026 - Special Meeting / Town Hall, 6:00 p.m. Type Information     In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-6 et seq., a dequate notification of this meeting has been provided by advertising in The El Diario Newspaper on Friday, June 5, 2026, and The Star Ledger on Tuesday, June 9, 2026.   Notice was posted on the district website.       File Attachments 1. Preface Subject 1.03 Roll Call Meeting Jun 9, 2026 - Special Meeting / Town Hall, 6:00 p.m. Type Information Board Member Present Absent Dr. George P. Blount     Natalia Ioffe     Afaf Muhammad     Alpa B. Patel     Tia Rezabala     Lorenzo Richardson     Matthew Schneider     V.P. Dejon Morris     President Noemi Velazquez       File Attachments 2. 504 & Special Education Subject 2.01 Presentation Meeting Jun 9, 2026 - Special Meeting / Town Hall, 6:00 p.m. Type Information File Attachments Community Outreach Town Hall - 6.9.26.pdf (509 KB) 3. Public Comments 4. Board Comments 5. Executive Session 6. Adjournment

1 Thursday, May 28, 2026 Special Meeting, 5:30 p.m. 1. Preface Subject 1.01 Special Meeting Meeting May 28, 2026 - Special Meeting, 5:30 p.m. Type Information       JERSEY CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION     SPECIAL MEETING MAY 28, 2026 5:30 p.m.   Dr. Konick Conference Room, 1R 1 Halstead Street Jersey City, NJ 07305                                                                     Caucus Meetings  will be held in Room 1R at the Jersey City Board of Education Building, 1 Halstead Street, Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m.  Regular Public Meetings  will be held in the first floor auditorium at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School (P.S.#11), Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m. Videos of the monthly meetings  can be viewed on the District's official website at www.jcboe.org.  Open the Board of Education tab and scroll down to JCETV Board Meeting Broadcasts.   SCHEDULED MEETINGS Caucus Meeting  Regular Meeting January 20, 2026 January 22, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting February 17, 2026 February 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting  (Adopt SY 2026/27 preliminary budget)  Regular Meeting March 24, 2026 March 26, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting (Public Budget Hearing) April 14, 2026 April 16, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting May 19, 2026 May 21, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting June 23, 2026 June 25, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting August 25, 2026 August 27, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting September 15, 2026 September 17, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting October 13, 2026 October 15, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting November 10, 2026 November 12, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting December 8, 2026 December 10, 2026   Reorganization Meeting January 7, 2027   File Attachments 1. Preface Subject 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance / Sunshine Statement Meeting May 28, 2026 - Special Meeting, 5:30 p.m. Type Information     In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-6 et seq., a dequate notification of this meeting has been provided by advertising in The El Diario Newspaper on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, and The Star Ledger on Thursday, May 28, 2026.   Notice was posted on the district website.       File Attachments 1. Preface Subject 1.03 Roll Call Meeting May 28, 2026 - Special Meeting, 5:30 p.m. Type Information Board Member Present Absent Dr. George P. Blount     Natalia Ioffe     Afaf Muhammad     Alpa B. Patel     Tia Rezabala     Lorenzo Richardson     Matthew Schneider     V.P. Dejon Morris     President Noemi Velazquez       File Attachments 2. Business Matters 3. Public Comments 4. Board Comments 5. Executive Session 6. Adjournment

1 Thursday, May 21, 2026 Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.01 REGULAR MEETING / 5:30 pm Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information JERSEY CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION     Regular Public Meeting THURSDAY - MAY 21, 2026 (5:30 p.m.)   Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (PS#11) School Auditorium                                         Caucus Meetings  will be held in Room 1R at the Jersey City Board of Education Building, 1 Halstead Street, Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m.  Regular Public Meetings  will be held in the first floor auditorium at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School (P.S.#11), Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m. Videos of the monthly meetings can be viewed on the District's official website at www.jcboe.org.  Open the Board of Education tab and scroll down to JCETV Board Meeting Broadcasts.   SCHEDULED MEETINGS Caucus Meeting  Regular Meeting January 20, 2026 January 22, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting February 17, 2026 February 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting  (Adopt SY 2026/27 preliminary budget)  Regular Meeting March 24, 2026 March 26, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting (Public Budget Hearing) April 28, 2026 April 30, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting May 19, 2026 May 21, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting June 23, 2026 June 25, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting August 25, 2026 August 27, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting September 15, 2026 September 17, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting October 13, 2026 October 15, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting November 10, 2026 November 12, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting December 8, 2026 December 10, 2026   Reorganization Meeting January 7, 2027 File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance / Sunshine Statement Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information   In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-6 et seq., a dequate notification of this meeting has been provided by advertising in the   El Diario la Prensa on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, and the Star Ledger on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.  Notice was posted on the district website. File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.03 Roll Call Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information Board Member Present Absent Dr. George P. Blount     Natalia Ioffe     Afaf Muhammad     Alpa B. Patel     Tia Rezabala     Lorenzo Richardson     Matthew Schneider     V.P. Dejon Morris     President Noemi Velazquez       File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.04 Committee Reports Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments Attc 1.04 - Finance__Facilities__Technology Committee Meeting - May 12, 2026.pdf (273 KB) Attc 1.04 - Special Education Committee Meeting - May 12, 2026.pdf (276 KB) Attc 1.04 - Student Life and Services Committee Meeting - May 12, 2026.pdf (282 KB) Attc 1.04 - Curriculum and Instruction_Bilingual_ELL_World Language Committee Meeting - May 14, 2026.pdf (286 KB) JCPS Special Education Committee Meeting.pdf (661 KB) JCPS Student Life & Personnel Services.pdf (18,111 KB) Attc 1.04 - Policy Committee Meeting - May 14, 2026.pdf (270 KB) 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.01 President's Report Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.02 Superintendent's Message Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 3. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 3.01 Students/Staff/Schools Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 3. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 3.02 Contributions to the Board of Education Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 4. Public Comments Subject 4.01 Public Comments Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion ALL SPEAKERS MUST ADHERE TO THE THREE (3) MINUTE SPEAKING RULE.   THE CLOCK SHALL NOT BE STOPPED.   SPEAKERS WILL BE CALLED TO THE MICROPHONE TO SPEAK IN THE ORDER THAT THEIR REQUEST IS RECEIVED.   "ALL STATEMENTS OR COMMENTS SHALL BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR.   IT IS THE EXPECTATION OF THE BOARD THAT COMMENTS WILL REMAIN POSITIVE AND FOCUSED AROUND THE BEST INTEREST OF THE STUDENTS AND THE DISTRICT AS A WHOLE.  THE BOARD WILL NOT CONDONE COMMENTS THAT CAN BE PERCEIVED AS HARASSING, INSULTING, THREATENING, OR LACKING IN RESPECT OR CIVILITY"   THE CHAIR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO:   A. INTERRUPT, WARN, AND/OR TERMINATE A PARTICIPANT'S STATEMENT, OR  COMMENT WHEN IT IS TOO LENGTHY.   B. INTERRUPT, AND/OR WARN, A PARTICIPANT WHEN THE STATEMENT, OR COMMENT IS ABUSIVE, OBSCENE, OR MAY BE DEFAMATORY.   C. REQUEST ANY PERSON TO LEAVE THE MEETING WHEN THAT PERSON DOES NOT OBSERVE REASONABLE DECORUM OR PRESENTS THEMSELVES AS A DANGER TO OTHERS IN THE BUILDING.   D. REQUEST THE ASSISTANCE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS IN THE REMOVAL OF A DISORDERLY PERSON WHEN THAT PERSON PREVENTS OR DISRUPTS A MEETING WITH AN ACT THAT OBSTRUCTS OR INTERFERES WITH A MEETING, INCLUDING THREATS BY WORDS, ACTIONS OR OBJECTS.   E. CALL A RECESS OR AN ADJOURNMENT TO ANOTHER TIME WHEN THE LACK OF PUBLIC DECORUM INTERFERES WITH THE ORDERLY CONDUCT OF A MEETING; AND   F. WAIVE THESE RULES WHEN NECESSARY FOR THE PROTECTION OF PRIVACY OR TO MAINTAIN AN ORDERLY OPERATION OF THE BOARD MEETING."   Pursuant to Bylaw #0164.6 "Remote Board Meetings During a Declared Emergency (M)", and #0167 "Public Participation at Board Meetings."    – REQUESTS TO SPEAK MAY BE MADE UP UNTIL 3:00 P. M. ON THE DAY OF THE BOARD MEETING BY CALLING IN THE REQUEST TO THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY TO THE BOARD AT 201-915-6074 OR BY EMAILING [email protected].  PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER, AND THE DATE OF THE MEETING.     ***AT THE DISCRETION OF THE PRESIDENT, THE ORDER OF SPEAKERS MAY BE CHANGED.     File Attachments 5. Executive Session Subject 5.01 Executive Session Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion BE IT RESOLVED,  the Jersey City Board of Education, pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-12 , determines it is necessary to meet in Executive Session on May 21, 2026,  to discuss matters where confidentiality is essential; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,  these matters will be made public when the need for confidentiality no longer exists. File Attachments 6. Adoption of Minutes Subject 6.01 Adoption of Minutes - Caucus Meeting - April 28, 2026 Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Caucus Meeting  held on April 28, 2026. File Attachments Attc 6.01 - Caucus Minutes - April 28, 2026.pdf (203 KB) 6. Adoption of Minutes Subject 6.02 Adoption of Minutes - Regular Meeting - April 30 2026 Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Regular Meeting held on April 30, 2026. File Attachments Attc 6.02 - Board Minutes - April 30, 2026.pdf (2,980 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.01 Approve Sustainable Jersey NJEA (MS#40) Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , on March 30, 2026 Ezra L. Nolan Middle School 40 was awarded a grant of $2,000.00 from Sustainable Jersey for Schools funded by the NJEA. The project will utilize the funds to provide mirrors for the MS #40 dance studio, aiding students in correcting their alignment and mastering their technique; now, therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator. approves the implementation of the Sustainable Jersey initiative to improve the dance studio, including the installation of mirrors for the benefits of students. There is no cost to the District.   Originator:  Jaime Morales, Director File Attachments Attc 7.01 - AF20005.pdf (1,066 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.02 Approve Donation to Ferris HS Athletics Department (2025/26) Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , James J. Ferris High School wishes to accept a donation to our Athletics Department. This donation was made by (2) Jersey City Board of Education employees who wish to remain anonymous. The checks total $135.00. (1) check for $100.00 and (1) check for $35.00. This donation is to offset the costs from the Volleyball Tournament that took place on March 28, 2026 at Ferris High School. The donation will be placed into the Student Activities account to use for Athletics; now, therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves the acceptance of a donation in the amount of $135.00 given by (2) Jersey City Board of Education employees who wish to remain anonymous. This donation will be placed into the Ferris High School student activities account for Athletics. This donation will be no cost to the District.   Originator:  Jaime Morales, Director File Attachments Attc 7.02 - AF20052.pdf (1,482 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.03 Approve We Care Movement Inc. Donation to Ferris HS Senior Prom Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , James J. Ferris High School wishes to accept a donation from We Care Movement Inc. for the Class of 2026 Seniors. We Care Movement Inc. has paid for sixteen (16) students' Senior Prom Tickets at $110 each (16x $110=$1,760.00). This project was funded by sponsorships and funding by their organization. 16 students is the final number that the organization will be paying for;  now, therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves the acceptance of donation from We Care Movement Inc. which will be utilized for ( 16) prom tickets for the Seniors in the Class of 2026 at James J. Ferris HS. The cost per prom ticket is $110 x 16 students = $1,760.00; at no cost to the District.   Originator:  Jaime Morales, Director File Attachments Attc 7.03 - AF20050.pdf (705 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.04 Approve James J. Ferris High School Guest Speakers Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , James J. Ferris High School would like to have an assembly on May 29, 2026. The guests will be former students who served on the Ferris HS Student Council and would like to now share where their journey has taken them. The audience will be our Senior Class and our Student Council Members. This will also be a good networking opportunity for our students; now, therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves James J. Ferris HS to host an assembly on May 29, 2026, with former students as the guest speakers. They will address the Senior Class and Student Council. There will be no cost to the District.   Originator:  Jaime Morales, Director File Attachments Attc 7.04 - AF20111.pdf (650 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.05 Approve a Donation from DonorsChoose.org (PS#5) Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , DonorsChoose.org is an online charity that provides assistance in the form of material donations to teachers that apply. The donations are to assist with projects and activities that are aligned with the curriculum at the Dr. Michael Conti School (PS#5); and   WHEREAS , Mrs. Occhipinti's, Teacher, submitted her project for classroom furnishings to the DonorsChoose.org Program and was awarded Studio Active Chairs Kids Wobble Stool that enhance focus and posture; now therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves the donation of classroom furnishings from the DonorsChoose.org awarded to the Dr. Michael Conti School (PS#5), at no cost to the District.   Originator:  Dr. Joseph Galano, Director File Attachments Attc 7.05 - AF20070.pdf (648 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.06 Approve Field Trip Ratification to New Jersey District Court, Newark Vicinage (PS#20) Meeting May 21, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , a 5th grade class was selected as winners of the NJ District Court of Newark essay writing contest. The ceremony will take place on May 1st, 2026 at

1 Thursday, April 30, 2026 Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.01 REGULAR MEETING / 5:30 pm Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information JERSEY CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION     Regular Public Meeting THURSDAY - APRIL 30, 2026 (5:30 p.m.)   Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (PS#11) School Auditorium                                         Caucus Meetings  will be held in Room 1R at the Jersey City Board of Education Building, 1 Halstead Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m.  Regular Public Meetings  will be held in the first floor auditorium at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School (P.S.#11), Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m. Videos of the monthly meetings can be viewed on the District's official website at www.jcboe.org.  Open the Board of Education tab and scroll down to JCETV Board Meeting Broadcasts.   SCHEDULED MEETINGS Caucus Meeting  Regular Meeting January 20, 2026 January 22, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting February 17, 2026 February 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting  (Adopt SY 2026/27 preliminary budget)  Regular Meeting March 24, 2026 March 26, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting (Public Budget Hearing) April 28, 2026 April 30, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting May 19, 2026 May 21, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting June 23, 2026 June 25, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting August 25, 2026 August 27, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting September 15, 2026 September 17, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting October 13, 2026 October 15, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting November 10, 2026 November 12, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting December 8, 2026 December 10, 2026   Reorganization Meeting January 7, 2027 File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance / Sunshine Statement Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information   In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-6 et seq., a dequate notification of this meeting has been provided by advertising in the   El Diario la Prensa and the Star Ledger on Friday, April 10, 2026; and April 25, 2026.  Notice was posted on the district website. File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.03 Roll Call Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information Board Member Present Absent Dr. George P. Blount     Natalia Ioffe     Afaf Muhammad     Alpa B. Patel     Tia Rezabala     Lorenzo Richardson     Matthew Schneider     V.P. Dejon Morris     President Noemi Velazquez       File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.04 Committee Reports Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments Attc 1.04 - Curriculum and Instruction__Bilingual ESL. World Language - April 23, 2026.pdf (280 KB) Attc 1.04 - Finance__Facilities Committee - April 21, 2026.pdf (304 KB) Attc 1.04 - POLICY Committee - April 23, 2026.pdf (297 KB) Attc 1.04 - Special Education Committee Meeting - April 21, 2026.pdf (326 KB) Attc 1.04 - Student Life & Personnel Services Committee Meeting - April 21, 2026.pdf (271 KB) Attc 1.04 - Deaf__Hard of Hearing Flyer.pdf (581 KB) Attc 1.04 - ESY Flyer & Info.pdf (181 KB) Attc 1.04 - Student Life & Personnel Services.pdf (6,541 KB) Attc 1.04 - NJSBHS - SEMI.pdf (1,174 KB) Attc 1.04 - Special Education Agenda.pdf (152 KB) 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.01 President's Report Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.02 Superintendent's Message Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 3. Auditors: Lerch, Vinci & Bliss, LLP Subject 3.01 Non-Public Schools Update Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 4. Energy Savings Improvement Plan (ESIP) Subject 4.01 Presentation Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 5. Public Budget Hearing Subject 5.01 Public Budget Hearing (Dr. Francine C. Luce, School Business Administrator) Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion File Attachments Attc 5.01_1 - Public Budget Hearing Presentation 2026-2027.pdf (4,057 KB) Attc 5.01_2 - Final Board's Eye View of the Budget 2026-2027.pdf (834 KB) 5. Public Budget Hearing Subject 5.02 Public Comments (2026/27 Budget ONLY) Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion ALL SPEAKERS MUST ADHERE TO THE THREE (3) MINUTE SPEAKING RULE.   THE CLOCK SHALL NOT BE STOPPED.   SPEAKERS WILL BE CALLED TO THE MICROPHONE TO SPEAK IN THE ORDER THAT THEIR REQUEST IS RECEIVED.   "ALL STATEMENTS OR COMMENTS SHALL BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR.   IT IS THE EXPECTATION OF THE BOARD THAT COMMENTS WILL REMAIN POSITIVE AND FOCUSED AROUND THE BEST INTEREST OF THE STUDENTS AND THE DISTRICT AS A WHOLE.  THE BOARD WILL NOT CONDONE COMMENTS THAT CAN BE PERCEIVED AS HARASSING, INSULTING, THREATENING, OR LACKING IN RESPECT OR CIVILITY"   THE CHAIR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO:   A. INTERRUPT, WARN, AND/OR TERMINATE A PARTICIPANT'S STATEMENT, OR  COMMENT WHEN IT IS TOO LENGTHY.   B. INTERRUPT, AND/OR WARN, A PARTICIPANT WHEN THE STATEMENT, OR COMMENT IS ABUSIVE, OBSCENE, OR MAY BE DEFAMATORY.   C. REQUEST ANY PERSON TO LEAVE THE MEETING WHEN THAT PERSON DOES NOT OBSERVE REASONABLE DECORUM OR PRESENTS THEMSELVES AS A DANGER TO OTHERS IN THE BUILDING.   D. REQUEST THE ASSISTANCE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS IN THE REMOVAL OF A DISORDERLY PERSON WHEN THAT PERSON PREVENTS OR DISRUPTS A MEETING WITH AN ACT THAT OBSTRUCTS OR INTERFERES WITH A MEETING, INCLUDING THREATS BY WORDS, ACTIONS OR OBJECTS.   E. CALL A RECESS OR AN ADJOURNMENT TO ANOTHER TIME WHEN THE LACK OF PUBLIC DECORUM INTERFERES WITH THE ORDERLY CONDUCT OF A MEETING; AND   F. WAIVE THESE RULES WHEN NECESSARY FOR THE PROTECTION OF PRIVACY OR TO MAINTAIN AN ORDERLY OPERATION OF THE BOARD MEETING."   Pursuant to Bylaw #0164.6 "Remote Board Meetings During a Declared Emergency (M)", and #0167 "Public Participation at Board Meetings."    – REQUESTS TO SPEAK MAY BE MADE UP UNTIL 3:00 P. M. ON THE DAY OF THE BOARD MEETING BY CALLING IN THE REQUEST TO THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY TO THE BOARD AT 201-915-6074 OR BY EMAILING [email protected].  PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER, AND THE DATE OF THE MEETING.     ***AT THE DISCRETION OF THE PRESIDENT, THE ORDER OF SPEAKERS MAY BE CHANGED.     File Attachments 5. Public Budget Hearing Subject 5.03 Resolution to Adopt the Final 2026/27 School Year Budget Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent)     RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE FINAL 2026/27 SCHOOL YEAR BUDGET BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, County of Hudson, adopts the Final 2026/27 school year budget in the amount of $1,096,541,152.00; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED ,  the Jersey City Public School upon the recommendation of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves the adoption of the budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 in the amount of $1,096,541,152 of which the local tax levy is $625,304,688 which includes a bank cap of $80,128,833; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , that this budget includes a withdrawal of Capital Reserve, in the amount of $12,739,608.00 to fund capital projects that are in addition to the Facilities Efficiency Standards determined by the Commissioner of Education necessary to achieve the Student Learning Standards adopted by the State Board of Education: Project No.   Description   Estimated Cost   26/27 - 01 Boiler Replacement - Lincoln High School $1,380,000.00 26/27 - 02 Locker Rooms - McNair High School $   500,000.00 26/27 - 03 Auditorium Flooring and Seating - PS#37, PS#23 & PS#5 $   955,875.00 26/27 - 04 Masonry Repair - PS#29 & PS#30 $3,000,000.00 26/27 - 05 Elevator Upgrade - Dickinson High School & Snyder High School $1,450,000.00 26/27 - 06 Roof Replacement - PS#37 & PS#29 $4,000,000.00 26/27 - 07 HVAC - Academy I & PS#27 $1,453,733.00 File Attachments Attc 5.03 - Final Budget Fiscal Year 2026-2027.pdf (653 KB) 6. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 6.01 Students/Staff/Schools Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 6. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 6.02 Contributions to the Board of Education Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 6. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 6.03 National Arab American Heritage Month Presentation Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 7. Public Comments Subject 7.01 Public Comments Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion ALL SPEAKERS MUST ADHERE TO THE THREE (3) MINUTE SPEAKING RULE.   THE CLOCK SHALL NOT BE STOPPED.   SPEAKERS WILL BE CALLED TO THE MICROPHONE TO SPEAK IN THE ORDER THAT THEIR REQUEST IS RECEIVED.   "ALL STATEMENTS OR COMMENTS SHALL BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR.   IT IS THE EXPECTATION OF THE BOARD THAT COMMENTS WILL REMAIN POSITIVE AND FOCUSED AROUND THE BEST INTEREST OF THE STUDENTS AND THE DISTRICT AS A WHOLE.  THE BOARD WILL NOT CONDONE COMMENTS THAT CAN BE PERCEIVED AS HARASSING, INSULTING, THREATENING, OR LACKING IN RESPECT OR CIVILITY"   THE CHAIR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO:   A. INTERRUPT, WARN, AND/OR TERMINATE A PARTICIPANT'S STATEMENT, OR  COMMENT WHEN IT IS TOO LENGTHY.   B. INTERRUPT, AND/OR WARN, A PARTICIPANT WHEN THE STATEMENT, OR COMMENT IS ABUSIVE, OBSCENE, OR MAY BE DEFAMATORY.   C. REQUEST ANY PERSON TO LEAVE THE MEETING WHEN THAT PERSON DOES NOT OBSERVE REASONABLE DECORUM OR PRESENTS THEMSELVES AS A DANGER TO OTHERS IN THE BUILDING.   D. REQUEST THE ASSISTANCE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS IN THE REMOVAL OF A DISORDERLY PERSON WHEN THAT PERSON PREVENTS OR DISRUPTS A MEETING WITH AN ACT THAT OBSTRUCTS OR INTERFERES WITH A MEETING, INCLUDING THREATS BY WORDS, ACTIONS OR OBJECTS.   E. CALL A RECESS OR AN ADJOURNMENT TO ANOTHER TIME WHEN THE LACK OF PUBLIC DECORUM INTERFERES WITH THE ORDERLY CONDUCT OF A MEETING; AND   F. WAIVE THESE RULES WHEN NECESSARY FOR THE PROTECTION OF PRIVACY OR TO MAINTAIN AN ORDERLY OPERATION OF THE BOARD MEETING."   Pursuant to Bylaw #0164.6 "Remote Board Meetings During a Declared Emergency (M)", and #0167 "Public Participation at Board Meetings."    – REQUESTS TO SPEAK MAY BE MADE UP UNTIL 3:00 P. M. ON THE DAY OF THE BOARD MEETING BY CALLING IN THE REQUEST TO THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY TO THE BOARD AT 201-915-6074 OR BY EMAILING [email protected].  PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER, AND THE DATE OF THE MEETING.     ***AT THE DISCRETION OF THE PRESIDENT, THE ORDER OF SPEAKERS MAY BE CHANGED.     File Attachments 8. Executive Session Subject 8.01 Executive Session Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion BE IT RESOLVED,  the Jersey City Board of Education, pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-12 , determines it is necessary to meet in Executive Session on January 22, 2026,  to discuss matters where confidentiality is essential; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,  these matters will be made public when the need for confidentiality no longer exists. File Attachments 9. Adoption of Minutes Subject 9.01 Adoption of Minutes - Caucus Meeting - March 24, 2026 **MINUTES CAN BE VIEWED AT JCBOE.ORG - PUBLIC BOARD DOCS** Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Caucus Meeting  held on March 24, 2026. File Attachments Attc 9.01 - Caucus Meeting - March 24, 2026.pdf (132 KB) 9. Adoption of Minutes Subject 9.02 Adoption of Minutes - Regular Meeting - March 26, 2026 **MINUTES CAN BE VIEWED AT JCBOE.ORG - PUBLIC BOARD DOCS** Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Regular Meeting held on March 26, 2026. File Attachments Attc 9.02 - Board Meeting - March 26, 2026.pdf (3,838 KB) 10. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 10.01 Approve K-5 Spanish Avanza Program Adoption Meeting Apr 30, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , the Jersey City Public School District, in efforts to meet the new New Jersey State Learning Standards for World Languages in K-2 and 3-5, and meet the guidelines set forth by the New Jersey Department of Education, will adopt Avanza Spanish Program to support K-5 students' Spanish language and literacy skills; and WHEREAS , Vista Higher Learning will provide Avanza workbooks (printed) for all K-5 stude

1 Thursday, March 26, 2026 Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.01 REGULAR MEETING / 5:30 pm Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information JERSEY CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION     Regular Public Meeting THURSDAY - MARCH 26, 2026 (5:30 p.m.)   Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (PS#11) School Auditorium                                         Caucus Meetings  will be held in Room 1R at the Jersey City Board of Education Building, 1 Halstead Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m.  Regular Public Meetings  will be held in the first floor auditorium at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School (P.S.#11), Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m. Videos of the monthly meetings can be viewed on the District's official website at www.jcboe.org.  Open the Board of Education tab and scroll down to JCETV Board Meeting Broadcasts.   SCHEDULED MEETINGS Caucus Meeting  Regular Meeting January 20, 2026 January 22, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting February 17, 2026 February 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting  (Adopt SY 2026/27 preliminary budget)  Regular Meeting March 24, 2026 March 26, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting (Public Budget Hearing) April 14, 2026 April 16, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting May 19, 2026 May 21, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting June 23, 2026 June 25, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting August 25, 2026 August 27, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting September 15, 2026 September 17, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting October 13, 2026 October 15, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting November 10, 2026 November 12, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting December 8, 2026 December 10, 2026   Reorganization Meeting January 7, 2027 File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance / Sunshine Statement Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information   In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-6 et seq., a dequate notification of this meeting has been provided by advertising in the   El Diario la Prensa on Friday, March 6, 2026 , and the Star Ledger on Sunday, March 8, 2026.  Notice was posted on the district website. File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.03 Roll Call Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information Board Member Present Absent Dr. George P. Blount     Natalia Ioffe     Afaf Muhammad     Alpa B. Patel     Tia Rezabala     Lorenzo Richardson     Matthew Schneider     V.P. Dejon Morris     President Noemi Velazquez       File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.04 Committee Reports Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments Attc 1.04 - Special Education Committee - March 17, 2026.pdf (283 KB) Attc 1.04 - Student Life and Services Committee - March 17, 2026.pdf (279 KB) Attc 1.04 - Finance__Facilities__Technologies Committee - March 17. 2026.pdf (274 KB) Attc 1.04 - Ed Programs__Bilingual, ESL, World Languages Committee - March 19, 2026.pdf (291 KB) Attc 1.04 - Policy__Legislative Committee - March 19, 2026.pdf (268 KB) Student Life & Personnel Services Organizational Chart.pdf (10,796 KB) Special Education - Attacment.pdf (1,617 KB) 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.01 President's Report Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.02 Superintendent's Message Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.03 HR Audit Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments HR Audit.pdf (1,074 KB) 3. 2024/2025 (FY End June 30, 2025) Subject 3.01 Presentation of 2024/2025 (FY End June 30, 2025) Audit by Lerch, Vinci & Bliss, LLP Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) File Attachments 3. 2024/2025 (FY End June 30, 2025) Subject 3.02 Approve 2024/2025 (FY End June 30, 2025) Audit by Lerch, Vinci & Bliss, LLP Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and School Business Administrator, approves the 2024/2025 (FY End June 30, 2025) Audit by Lerch, Vinci & Bliss, LLP. Originator:  Dr. Francine C. Luce, School Business Administrator   DATE: 3/26/26 1ST:  V.P. Morris      Resolution: 3.02 2ND:  Ms. Ioffe   YES NO   ABSTAIN RECUSE ABSENT Trustee Dr. George P. Blount X         Trustee Natalia Ioffe         X Trustee Afaf Muhammad X         Trustee Alpa B. Patel X         Trustee Tia Rezabala X         Trustee Lorenzo Richardson X         Trustee Dr. Matthew Schneider X         V.P. Dejon Morris X         President Noemi Velazquez X         File Attachments Attc 3.02_1 - ACFR__FY End June 30, 2025.pdf (13,236 KB) Attc 3.02_2 - AMR__FY End June 30, 2025.pdf (1,506 KB) 4. 2026/27 Preliminary School Year Budget Subject 4.01 Presentation of 2026/27 Preliminary School Year Budget Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) File Attachments Preliminary Budget Presentation 26-27.pdf (3,763 KB) 4. 2026/27 Preliminary School Year Budget Subject 4.02 Public Comments (Preliminary School Budget ONLY) Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion File Attachments 4. 2026/27 Preliminary School Year Budget Subject 4.03 Adopt 2026/27 Preliminary School Year Budget Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) RESOLUTION TO ADOPT THE PRELIMINARY 2026/27 SCHOOL YEAR BUDGET BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, County of Hudson, adopts the Preliminary 2026/27 school year budget in the amount of $1,096,541,152.00; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED ,  the Jersey City Public School upon the recommendation of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves the adoption of the budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 in the amount of $1,096,541,152 of which the local tax levy is $625,304,688 which includes a bank cap of $80,128,833; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED , that this budget includes a withdrawal of Capital Reserve, in the amount of $12,739,608.00 to fund capital projects that are in addition to the Facilities Efficiency Standards determined by the Commissioner of Education necessary to achieve the Student Learning Standards adopted by the State Board of Education: Project No.   Description   Estimated Cost   26/27 - 01 Boiler Replacement - Lincoln High School $1,380,000.00 26/27 - 02 Locker Rooms - McNair High School $   500,000.00 26/27 - 03 Auditorium Flooring and Seating - PS#37, PS#23 & PS#5 $   955,875.00 26/27 - 04 Masonry Repair - PS#29 & PS#30 $3,000,000.00 26/27 - 05 Elevator Upgrade - Dickinson High School & Snyder High School $1,450,000.00 26/27 - 06 Roof Replacement - PS#37 & PS#29 $4,000,000.00 26/27 - 07 HVAC - Academy I & PS#27 $1,453,733.00   MOTION PASSED DATE: March 26, 2026 1ST:   V.P. D. Morris Resolution: 4.03 2ND:  N. Ioffe   YES NO   ABSTAIN RECUSE ABSENT Trustee Dr. George P. Blount X         Trustee Natalia Ioffe X         Trustee Afaf Muhammad X         Trustee Alpa B. Patel X         Trustee Tia Rezabala   X       Trustee Lorenzo Richardson   X       Trustee Dr. Matthew Schneider   X       V.P. Dejon Morris X         President Noemi Velazquez X             File Attachments Attc 4.03 - Revenue Fiscal Year 2026-2027.pdf (677 KB) 5. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 5.01 Students/Staff/Schools Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 5. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 5.02 Contributions to the Board of Education Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 6. Public Comments Subject 6.01 Public Comments Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion ALL SPEAKERS MUST ADHERE TO THE THREE (3) MINUTE SPEAKING RULE.   THE CLOCK SHALL NOT BE STOPPED.   SPEAKERS WILL BE CALLED TO THE MICROPHONE TO SPEAK IN THE ORDER THAT THEIR REQUEST IS RECEIVED.   "ALL STATEMENTS OR COMMENTS SHALL BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR.   IT IS THE EXPECTATION OF THE BOARD THAT COMMENTS WILL REMAIN POSITIVE AND FOCUSED AROUND THE BEST INTEREST OF THE STUDENTS AND THE DISTRICT AS A WHOLE.  THE BOARD WILL NOT CONDONE COMMENTS THAT CAN BE PERCEIVED AS HARASSING, INSULTING, THREATENING, OR LACKING IN RESPECT OR CIVILITY"   THE CHAIR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO:   A. INTERRUPT, WARN, AND/OR TERMINATE A PARTICIPANT'S STATEMENT, OR  COMMENT WHEN IT IS TOO LENGTHY.   B. INTERRUPT, AND/OR WARN, A PARTICIPANT WHEN THE STATEMENT, OR COMMENT IS ABUSIVE, OBSCENE, OR MAY BE DEFAMATORY.   C. REQUEST ANY PERSON TO LEAVE THE MEETING WHEN THAT PERSON DOES NOT OBSERVE REASONABLE DECORUM OR PRESENTS THEMSELVES AS A DANGER TO OTHERS IN THE BUILDING.   D. REQUEST THE ASSISTANCE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS IN THE REMOVAL OF A DISORDERLY PERSON WHEN THAT PERSON PREVENTS OR DISRUPTS A MEETING WITH AN ACT THAT OBSTRUCTS OR INTERFERES WITH A MEETING, INCLUDING THREATS BY WORDS, ACTIONS OR OBJECTS.   E. CALL A RECESS OR AN ADJOURNMENT TO ANOTHER TIME WHEN THE LACK OF PUBLIC DECORUM INTERFERES WITH THE ORDERLY CONDUCT OF A MEETING; AND   F. WAIVE THESE RULES WHEN NECESSARY FOR THE PROTECTION OF PRIVACY OR TO MAINTAIN AN ORDERLY OPERATION OF THE BOARD MEETING."   Pursuant to Bylaw #0164.6 "Remote Board Meetings During a Declared Emergency (M)", and #0167 "Public Participation at Board Meetings."    – REQUESTS TO SPEAK MAY BE MADE UP UNTIL 3:00 P. M. ON THE DAY OF THE BOARD MEETING BY CALLING IN THE REQUEST TO THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY TO THE BOARD AT 201-915-6074 OR BY EMAILING [email protected].  PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER, AND THE DATE OF THE MEETING.     ***AT THE DISCRETION OF THE PRESIDENT, THE ORDER OF SPEAKERS MAY BE CHANGED.     File Attachments 7. Executive Session Subject 7.01 Executive Session Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion BE IT RESOLVED,  the Jersey City Board of Education, pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-12 , determines it is necessary to meet in Executive Session on March 26, 2026,  to discuss matters where confidentiality is essential; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,  these matters will be made public when the need for confidentiality no longer exists. File Attachments 8. Adoption of Minutes Subject 8.01 Adoption of Minutes - Caucus Meeting - February 17, 2026 **MINUTES CAN BE VIEWED AT JCBOE.ORG - PUBLIC BOARD DOCS** Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Caucus Meeting  held on February 17, 2026. File Attachments February 17, 2026 - Caucus Meeting Minutes.pdf (847 KB) 8. Adoption of Minutes Subject 8.02 Adoption of Minutes - Board Meeting - February 19, 2026 **MINUTES CAN BE VIEWED AT JCBOE.ORG - PUBLIC BOARD DOCS** Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Board Meeting  held on February 19, 2026. File Attachments Attc 8.02 - Board Meeting Minutes - February 19, 2026.pdf (5,006 KB) 9. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 9.01 Approve Field Trip to TopGolf (Innovation HS) Meeting Mar 26, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , Innovation High School wishes to send one hundred eighteen (118) 9th & 12th grade students and  twelve (12) chaperones on a field trip to  Topgolf in Edison, NJ on May 29, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m at a cost of $16.00 per student; and WHEREAS , the proposed trip offers a unique combination of physical activity, team-building, and experiential learning in a safe and structured environment, aligning with the school educational goals of promoting student well-being, collaboration, and positive social interaction beyond the classroom; and WHEREAS , meals and admission will be paid by student dues and fundraising funds. T ransportation will be paid with district funds ;  now, therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business

1 Saturday, March 21, 2026 BOARD RETREAT, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 1. Preface Subject 1.01 BOARD RETREAT Meeting Mar 21, 2026 - BOARD RETREAT, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Type Information       JERSEY CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION     BOARD RETREAT MARCH 21, 2026 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.     William Paterson University 300 Pompton Road Wayne, NJ Hobart Manor Building                                                                     Caucus Meetings  will be held in Room 1R at the Jersey City Board of Education Building, 1 Halstead Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m.  Regular Public Meetings  will be held in the first floor auditorium at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School (P.S.#11), Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m. Videos of the monthly meetings  can be viewed on the District's official website at www.jcboe.org.  Open the Board of Education tab and scroll down to JCETV Board Meeting Broadcasts.   SCHEDULED MEETINGS Caucus Meeting  Regular Meeting January 20, 2026 January 22, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting February 17, 2026 February 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting  (Adopt SY 2026/27 preliminary budget)  Regular Meeting March 24, 2026 March 26, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting (Public Budget Hearing) April 14, 2026 April 16, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting May 19, 2026 May 21, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting June 23, 2026 June 25, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting August 25, 2026 August 27, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting September 15, 2026 September 17, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting October 13, 2026 October 15, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting November 10, 2026 November 12, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting December 8, 2026 December 10, 2026   Reorganization Meeting January 7, 2027   File Attachments 1. Preface Subject 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance / Sunshine Statement Meeting Mar 21, 2026 - BOARD RETREAT, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Type Information     In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-6 et seq., a dequate notification of this meeting has been provided by advertising in The El Diario Newspaper on Thursday, March 19, 2026, and The Star Ledger on Friday, March 20, 2026.   Notice was posted on the district website.       File Attachments 1. Preface Subject 1.03 Roll Call Meeting Mar 21, 2026 - BOARD RETREAT, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Type Information Board Member Present Absent Dr. George P. Blount     Natalia Ioffe     Afaf Muhammad     Alpa B. Patel     Tia Rezabala     Lorenzo Richardson     Matthew Schneider     V.P. Dejon Morris     President Noemi Velazquez       File Attachments 2. BOARD RETREAT Subject 2.01 Board Ethics / Goals & Settings Meeting Mar 21, 2026 - BOARD RETREAT, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Type Discussion File Attachments 2. BOARD RETREAT Subject 2.02 Board Responsibilities to Finance and Business Meeting Mar 21, 2026 - BOARD RETREAT, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Type Discussion File Attachments 2. BOARD RETREAT Subject 2.03 Goal Accomplishment Meeting Mar 21, 2026 - BOARD RETREAT, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Type Discussion File Attachments 2. BOARD RETREAT Subject 2.04 Board Discussion Meeting Mar 21, 2026 - BOARD RETREAT, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Type Discussion File Attachments 3. Adjournment Subject 3.01 Adjournment Meeting Mar 21, 2026 - BOARD RETREAT, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Type Action   The Board unanimously adjourned the meeting at ____________ pm.    Motioned by _____________, seconded by _____________.   File Attachments

1 Thursday, February 19, 2026 Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.01 REGULAR MEETING / 5:30 pm Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information JERSEY CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION     Regular Public Meeting THURSDAY - FEBRUARY 19, 2026 (5:30 p.m.)   Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (PS#11) School Auditorium                                         Caucus Meetings  will be held in Room 1R at the Jersey City Board of Education Building, 1 Halstead Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m.  Regular Public Meetings  will be held in the first floor auditorium at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School (P.S.#11), Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m. Videos of the monthly meetings can be viewed on the District's official website at www.jcboe.org.  Open the Board of Education tab and scroll down to JCETV Board Meeting Broadcasts.   SCHEDULED MEETINGS Caucus Meeting  Regular Meeting January 20, 2026 January 22, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting February 17, 2026 February 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting  (Adopt SY 2026/27 preliminary budget)  Regular Meeting March 17, 2026 March 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting (Public Budget Hearing) April 14, 2026 April 16, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting May 19, 2026 May 21, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting June 23, 2026 June 25, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting August 25, 2026 August 27, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting September 15, 2026 September 17, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting October 13, 2026 October 15, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting November 10, 2026 November 12, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting December 8, 2026 December 10, 2026   Reorganization Meeting January 7, 2027 File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance / Sunshine Statement Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information   In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-6 et seq., a dequate notification of this meeting has been provided by advertising in the   El Diario la Prensa on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, and the Star Ledger on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.  Notice was posted on the district website. File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.03 Roll Call Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information Board Member Present Absent Dr. George P. Blount     Natalia Ioffe     Afaf Muhammad     Alpa B. Patel     Tia Rezabala     Lorenzo Richardson     Matthew Schneider     V.P. Dejon Morris     President Noemi Velazquez       File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.04 Committee Reports Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments Attc 1.04 - Finance and Facilities Committee Meeting - February 10, 2026.pdf (698 KB) Attc 1.04 - Special Education Committee Meeting - February 10, 2026.pdf (722 KB) Attc 1.04 - Student Life & Personnel Services Committee Meeting - February 10, 2026.pdf (681 KB) Attc 1.04 - POLICY__LEGISLATIVE Committee Meeting - February 12, 2026.pdf (603 KB) Attc 1.04 - Ed Programs__Bilingual, ESL, World Language Committee - February 12, 2026.pdf (303 KB) Special EDition Newslettetr.pdf (2,578 KB) 2025 Winter Coat Drive - Recap - Published.pdf (566 KB) PSA Monthly 25__26 Schedule for Committee.pdf (61 KB) February 2026 Special Education Agenda.pdf (102 KB) Student Life & Personnel Services.pdf (1,691 KB) 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.01 President's Report Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.02 Superintendent's Message Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.03 District Fall NJGPA Results Report Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments Attc 2.03 - District Fall NJGPA Results Report.pdf (558 KB) 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.04 Local & State Aid Revenue Analysis (FY18-27) Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments Attc 2.04 - Local & State Aid Revenue Analysis (FY18-27).pdf (135 KB) 3. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 3.01 Students/Staff/Schools Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 3. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 3.02 Contributions to the Board of Education Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 3. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 3.03 Black History Month Presentation - February 2026 Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments Attc 3.03 - Black History Month Presentation - February 2026.pdf (71,579 KB) 4. Public Comments Subject 4.01 Public Comments Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion ALL SPEAKERS MUST ADHERE TO THE THREE (3) MINUTE SPEAKING RULE.   THE CLOCK SHALL NOT BE STOPPED.   SPEAKERS WILL BE CALLED TO THE MICROPHONE TO SPEAK IN THE ORDER THAT THEIR REQUEST IS RECEIVED.   "ALL STATEMENTS OR COMMENTS SHALL BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR.   IT IS THE EXPECTATION OF THE BOARD THAT COMMENTS WILL REMAIN POSITIVE AND FOCUSED AROUND THE BEST INTEREST OF THE STUDENTS AND THE DISTRICT AS A WHOLE.  THE BOARD WILL NOT CONDONE COMMENTS THAT CAN BE PERCEIVED AS HARASSING, INSULTING, THREATENING, OR LACKING IN RESPECT OR CIVILITY"   THE CHAIR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO:   A. INTERRUPT, WARN, AND/OR TERMINATE A PARTICIPANT'S STATEMENT, OR  COMMENT WHEN IT IS TOO LENGTHY.   B. INTERRUPT, AND/OR WARN, A PARTICIPANT WHEN THE STATEMENT, OR COMMENT IS ABUSIVE, OBSCENE, OR MAY BE DEFAMATORY.   C. REQUEST ANY PERSON TO LEAVE THE MEETING WHEN THAT PERSON DOES NOT OBSERVE REASONABLE DECORUM OR PRESENTS THEMSELVES AS A DANGER TO OTHERS IN THE BUILDING.   D. REQUEST THE ASSISTANCE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS IN THE REMOVAL OF A DISORDERLY PERSON WHEN THAT PERSON PREVENTS OR DISRUPTS A MEETING WITH AN ACT THAT OBSTRUCTS OR INTERFERES WITH A MEETING, INCLUDING THREATS BY WORDS, ACTIONS OR OBJECTS.   E. CALL A RECESS OR AN ADJOURNMENT TO ANOTHER TIME WHEN THE LACK OF PUBLIC DECORUM INTERFERES WITH THE ORDERLY CONDUCT OF A MEETING; AND   F. WAIVE THESE RULES WHEN NECESSARY FOR THE PROTECTION OF PRIVACY OR TO MAINTAIN AN ORDERLY OPERATION OF THE BOARD MEETING."   Pursuant to Bylaw #0164.6 "Remote Board Meetings During a Declared Emergency (M)", and #0167 "Public Participation at Board Meetings."    – REQUESTS TO SPEAK MAY BE MADE UP UNTIL 3:00 P. M. ON THE DAY OF THE BOARD MEETING BY CALLING IN THE REQUEST TO THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY TO THE BOARD AT 201-915-6074 OR BY EMAILING [email protected].  PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER, AND THE DATE OF THE MEETING.     ***AT THE DISCRETION OF THE PRESIDENT, THE ORDER OF SPEAKERS MAY BE CHANGED.     File Attachments 5. Executive Session Subject 5.01 Executive Session Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion BE IT RESOLVED,  the Jersey City Board of Education, pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-12 , determines it is necessary to meet in Executive Session on February 19, 2026,  to discuss matters where confidentiality is essential; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,  these matters will be made public when the need for confidentiality no longer exists. File Attachments 6. Adoption of Minutes Subject 6.01 Adoption of Minutes - Caucus Meeting - January 20, 2026 **MINUTES CAN BE VIEWED AT JCBOE.ORG - PUBLIC BOARD DOCS** Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Caucus Meeting  held on January 20, 2026. File Attachments Attc 6.01 - Caucus Meeting Minutes - January 20, 2026.pdf (174 KB) 6. Adoption of Minutes Subject 6.02 Adoption of Minutes - Regular Meeting - January 22, 2026 **MINUTES CAN BE VIEWED AT JCBOE.ORG - PUBLIC BOARD DOCS** Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Regular Meeting held on January 22, 2026. File Attachments Attc 6.02 - Board Meeting Minutes - January 22, 2026.pdf (5,123 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.01 Approve the 2026-2027 Proposed District Calendar Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , the Jersey City Public Schools is hereby proposing the 2026-2027 District Calendar and Dates of Importance Calendar for approval; now, therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves the 2026-2027 Proposed District Calendar and Dates of importance Calendar.   Originator:  Dr. Norma Fernandez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments Attc 7.01_1 - AF16318.pdf (722 KB) Attc 7.01_2 - AF16318.pdf (1,975 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.02 Approve 2026 FCCLA State Leadership Conference (LHS) Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS,  Lincoln High School wishes to send  fifteen (15) students and four (4) chaperones to attend the FCCLA State Leadership Conference in Cherry Hill, NJ,  from March 24-26, 2026; and   WHEREAS , the  students will participate in the FCCLA Statewide cooking competitions, attend seminars, and network with other students from the State of New Jersey; now, therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves the hotel hotel and registration payment for  fifteen (15) LHS students and four (4) chaperones t o participate in the FCCLA State Leadership Conference in Cherry Hill, NJ from  March 24-26, 2026, at a total cost not to exceed $8,362.25.   Acct#15.190.100.580.053.00.0000 - $4,186.25 (hotel), Acct#15.190.100.800.053.00.0000 - $1,140.00 (Registration/students and advisors) ; Acct#15.000.270.512.053.00.0000 - $3.000.00 (Transportation); Acct#15.190.100.580.053.00.0000 - $36.00 (Advisor Fee). (Room and meal plan paid directly to the hotel)   Originator: Jaime Morales, Director File Attachments Attc 7.02_1 - AF16107.pdf (744 KB) Attc 7.02_2 - AF16107.pdf (727 KB) Attc 7.02_3 - AF16107.pdf (703 KB) Attc 7.02_4 - AF16107.pdf (792 KB) Attc 7.02_5 - AF16107.pdf (1,245 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.03 Ratification: Approve Basketball Uniform Donation (SHS) Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , Ratification: Henry Snyder High School (SHS) wishes to accept a donation of 46 sets of basketball uniforms, consisting of white and orange uniforms, from Erik Cayetano of Phenom Sportswear International, with a total estimated value of $1,720.00; and WHEREAS , this contribution will directly benefit the SHS student-athletes; now, therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, ratifies the acceptance of a donation from  Phenom Sportswear International, represented by Erik Cayetano, at no cost to the district.   Originator:  Jaime Morales, Director File Attachments Attc 7.03 - AF16182.pdf (615 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.04 Approve the Robot Drone League National Competition (McNair) Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , McNair Academic High School would like to send seven (7) students, one ( 1) administrator, one (1) teacher, and two (2) JROTC instructors  to travel to East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, TN, to participate in the 2025/26 Robot Drone League National Championship at East Tennessee State University from March 26-29, 2026; now, therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves  seven (7) students, one ( 1) administrator, one (1) teacher, and two (2) JROTC instructors from McNair Academic High School  to travel to East Tennessee State University in Johnson City, TN to participate in the 2025/26 Robot Drone League National Championship at East Tennessee State University from March 26-29, 2026, at no cost to the district.   Originator:  Jaime Morales, Director File Attachments Attc 7.04 - AF16193.pdf (2,636 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.05 Approve McNair Academic High School Prom 2026 Meeting Feb 19, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , McNair Academic High School Class of 2026 chose Liberty House in Jersey C

1 Thursday, January 22, 2026 Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.01 REGULAR MEETING / 5:30 pm Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information JERSEY CITY BOARD OF EDUCATION     Regular Public Meeting THURSDAY - JANUARY 22, 2026 (5:30 p.m.)   Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (PS#11) School Auditorium                                         Caucus Meetings  will be held in Room 1R at the Jersey City Board of Education Building, 1 Halstead Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m.  Regular Public Meetings  will be held in the first floor auditorium at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., School (P.S.#11), Jersey City, NJ 07305, at 5:30 p.m. Videos of the monthly meetings can be viewed on the District's official website at www.jcboe.org.  Open the Board of Education tab and scroll down to JCETV Board Meeting Broadcasts.   SCHEDULED MEETINGS Caucus Meeting  Regular Meeting January 20, 2026 January 22, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting February 17, 2026 February 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting  (Adopt SY 2026/27 preliminary budget)  Regular Meeting March 17, 2026 March 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting (Public Budget Hearing) April 14, 2026 April 16, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting May 19, 2026 May 21, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting June 23, 2026 June 25, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting August 25, 2026 August 27, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting September 15, 2026 September 17, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting October 13, 2026 October 15, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting November 10, 2026 November 12, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting December 8, 2026 December 10, 2026   Reorganization Meeting January 7, 2027 File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance / Sunshine Statement Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information   In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-6 et seq., a dequate notification of this meeting has been provided by advertising in the   El Diario la Prensa on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, and the Star Ledger on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.  Notice was posted on the district website.   File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.03 Roll Call Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information Board Member Present Absent Dr. George P. Blount     Natalia Ioffe     Afaf Muhammad     Alpa B. Patel     Tia Rezabala     Lorenzo Richardson     Matthew Schneider     V.P. Dejon Morris     President Noemi Velazquez       File Attachments 1. Regular Meeting Subject 1.04 Committee Reports Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments Attc 1.04 - Special Education Committee - January 13, 2026.pdf (287 KB) Special Education Committee Agenda.pdf (149 KB) Attc 1.04 - Finance_Facilities_Technology Committee - January 13, 2026.pdf (714 KB) Attc 1.04 - Student Life and Services Committee Meeting - January 13, 2026.pdf (658 KB) Attc 1.04 - Educational Programs, ESL, Bilingual & World Language - January 15, 2026.pdf (668 KB) Attc 1.04 - POLICY_Legislative Committee - January 15, 2026.pdf (655 KB) 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.01 President's Report Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.02 Superintendent's Message Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Report File Attachments 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.03 Corrective Action Plan - Special Education (July 2022 - June 2023) Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments Attc 2.03 - Corrective Action Plan - Special Education__July 2022 - June 2023.pdf (505 KB) 2. Leadership Items Subject 2.04 Strategic Facilities Expansion (PS#16) Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments Attc 2.04 - Strategic Facilities Expansion - PS#16.pdf (1,319 KB) 3. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 3.01 Students/Staff/Schools Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 3. Board/District Recognition/Awards Subject 3.02 Contributions to the Board of Education Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Information File Attachments 4. Public Comments Subject 4.01 Public Comments Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion ALL SPEAKERS MUST ADHERE TO THE THREE (3) MINUTE SPEAKING RULE.   THE CLOCK SHALL NOT BE STOPPED.   SPEAKERS WILL BE CALLED TO THE MICROPHONE TO SPEAK IN THE ORDER THAT THEIR REQUEST IS RECEIVED.   "ALL STATEMENTS OR COMMENTS SHALL BE DIRECTED TO THE CHAIR.   IT IS THE EXPECTATION OF THE BOARD THAT COMMENTS WILL REMAIN POSITIVE AND FOCUSED AROUND THE BEST INTEREST OF THE STUDENTS AND THE DISTRICT AS A WHOLE.  THE BOARD WILL NOT CONDONE COMMENTS THAT CAN BE PERCEIVED AS HARASSING, INSULTING, THREATENING, OR LACKING IN RESPECT OR CIVILITY"   THE CHAIR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO:   A. INTERRUPT, WARN, AND/OR TERMINATE A PARTICIPANT'S STATEMENT, OR  COMMENT WHEN IT IS TOO LENGTHY.   B. INTERRUPT, AND/OR WARN, A PARTICIPANT WHEN THE STATEMENT, OR COMMENT IS ABUSIVE, OBSCENE, OR MAY BE DEFAMATORY.   C. REQUEST ANY PERSON TO LEAVE THE MEETING WHEN THAT PERSON DOES NOT OBSERVE REASONABLE DECORUM OR PRESENTS THEMSELVES AS A DANGER TO OTHERS IN THE BUILDING.   D. REQUEST THE ASSISTANCE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS IN THE REMOVAL OF A DISORDERLY PERSON WHEN THAT PERSON PREVENTS OR DISRUPTS A MEETING WITH AN ACT THAT OBSTRUCTS OR INTERFERES WITH A MEETING, INCLUDING THREATS BY WORDS, ACTIONS OR OBJECTS.   E. CALL A RECESS OR AN ADJOURNMENT TO ANOTHER TIME WHEN THE LACK OF PUBLIC DECORUM INTERFERES WITH THE ORDERLY CONDUCT OF A MEETING; AND   F. WAIVE THESE RULES WHEN NECESSARY FOR THE PROTECTION OF PRIVACY OR TO MAINTAIN AN ORDERLY OPERATION OF THE BOARD MEETING."   Pursuant to Bylaw #0164.6 "Remote Board Meetings During a Declared Emergency (M)", and #0167 "Public Participation at Board Meetings."    – REQUESTS TO SPEAK MAY BE MADE UP UNTIL 3:00 P. M. ON THE DAY OF THE BOARD MEETING BY CALLING IN THE REQUEST TO THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY TO THE BOARD AT 201-915-6074 OR BY EMAILING [email protected].  PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME, PHONE NUMBER, AND THE DATE OF THE MEETING.     ***AT THE DISCRETION OF THE PRESIDENT, THE ORDER OF SPEAKERS MAY BE CHANGED.     File Attachments 5. Executive Session Subject 5.01 Executive Session Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Discussion BE IT RESOLVED,  the Jersey City Board of Education, pursuant to the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-12 , determines it is necessary to meet in Executive Session on January 22, 2026,  to discuss matters where confidentiality is essential; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,  these matters will be made public when the need for confidentiality no longer exists. File Attachments 6. Adoption of Minutes Subject 6.01 Adoption of Minutes - Caucus Meeting - December 9, 2025 **MINUTES CAN BE VIEWED AT JCBOE.ORG - PUBLIC BOARD DOCS** Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Caucus Meeting held on December 9, 2025. File Attachments Attc 6.01 - Caucus Meeting Minutes - December 9, 2025.pdf (89 KB) 6. Adoption of Minutes Subject 6.02 Adoption of Minutes - Regular Meeting - December 11, 2025 **MINUTES CAN BE VIEWED AT JCBOE.ORG - PUBLIC BOARD DOCS** Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Regular Meeting held on December 11, 2025. File Attachments Attc 6.02 - Regular Meeting Minutes - December 11, 2025.pdf (3,978 KB) 6. Adoption of Minutes Subject 6.03 Adoption of Minutes - Reorganization Meeting - January 7, 2026 **MINUTES CAN BE VIEWED AT JCBOE.ORG - PUBLIC BOARD DOCS** Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) Presentation and adoption of Minutes of Reorganization Meeting held on January 7, 2026. File Attachments Attc 6.03 - Reorganization Meeting Minutes - January 7, 2026.pdf (968 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.01 Approve National Education Equity Lab School 2025/26 - Infinity Institute Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , Infinity Institute wishes to enroll thirty-two (32) high school students in the National Education Equity Lab Program in the fall and spring semesters of the 2025/26 school year. The students will be enrolled in two online college credit-bearing courses in partnership with Wesleyan University and Howard University. The National Education Equity Lab's university partners commit to providing the college credits and university transcript cost of $250 per student, with a fifteen (15) student minimum per course; and   WHEREAS, in the fall of 2025, fifteen (15) students will enroll in the course: Introduction to Environmental Studies, offered by Howard University. In the Spring of 2026, seventeen (17) students will enroll in the course: English Composition Screenwriting offered by Wesleyan University.  The  total tuition cost for the 2025/26 school year is $8,000; and WHEREAS , all students' registration fees will be paid with Title IV funds; now therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and School Business Administrator, approves the tuition payment for the enrollment of thirty-two (32) high school students in the National Education Equity Lab Program during the 2025/26 school year, at a cost not to exceed $8,000.00; Acct. #20-280-100-500-057-00-0000. (Pending Title IV Funds)   Originator:  Jaime Morales, Director File Attachments Attc 7.01 - AF15377.pdf (1,359 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.02 Approve Participation in the 2026 NJ FCCLA State Leadership Conference - Snyder High School Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) hosts a competitive fashion event at the state conference that recognize students for their excellence in fashion design and construction. Participants design and market clothing styles, research their target audience, create a clothing label, and design a coordinated collection. They also construct a sample garment, prepare a professional portfolio and deliver an oral presentation as part of the competition; and WHEREAS , fashion design teachers, Ms. Abaz and Ms. Kitchens wish to accompany ten (10) students to the 2026 New Jersey FCCLA State Conference, to be held at the Double Tree by Hilton, 2349 Marlton Pike West, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002  from March 19-21, 2026. Students and chaperones will be lodged at the Doubletree Hotel, located at 2349 West Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill, NJ. Transportation for this trip will be funded under account #15.000.270.0512.054.00.0000; now therefore   BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and the School Business Administrator, approves  Ms. Abaz and Ms. Kitchens to attend the 2026 New Jersey FCCLA State Conference with ten (10) f ashion design students from Henry Snyder High School who will participate in the competition from March 19-21, 2026, at a cost not to exceed $2,626.22; Acct. # 15.190.100.580.054.00.0000 (Registration/Hotel/Meals).   Originator:  Jaime Morales, Director File Attachments Attc 7.02 - AF15828.pdf (1,118 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.03 Approve Eighth and Twelfth Grade Graduation Luncheon (2025/26) Infinity Institute Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS , Infinity Institute wishes to send ninety-three (93) 8th and 12th grade students and ten (10) chaperones to Space Events for their graduation luncheon on June 1, 2026; and  WHEREAS , the meals will be paid with student dues and fundraising funds. Meals are no cost to the  district. Transportation costs will be paid with district funds; now BE IT RESOLVED , the Jersey City Board of Education, upon the recommendations of the Superintendent and School Business Administrator,  approves Infinity Institute's 8th and 12th grade graduation luncheon to  Space Events in Englewood, NJ at a cost not to exceed $1,500.00; Acct. # 15.000.270.512.057.00.0000. Originator:  Jaime Morales, Director File Attachments Attc 7.03 - AF15848.pdf (1,409 KB) 7. Education (Curriculum/Instruction) Subject 7.04 Approve Participation in the NJ Future Leaders of America (FBLA) State Leadership Conference - McNair Academic High School Meeting Jan 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting, 5:30 pm Type Action (

1 Wednesday, January 7, 2026 Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. 1. Preface Subject 1.01 REORGANIZATION MEETING Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Information   Jersey City Board of Education Reorganization Meeting January 7, 2026 5:30 pm   Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (PS#11) School Auditorium                   Dr. Norma Fernandez Superintendent of Schools     Dr. Francine C. Luce School Business Administrator             File Attachments 1. Preface Subject 1.02 Pledge of Allegiance / Sunshine Statement Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Information   In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act,  N.J.S.A . 10:4-6 et seq., a dequate notification of this meeting has been provided by advertising in the  El Diario la Prensa on Friday, January 10, 2025, and the Jersey Journal on Wednesday, January 15, 2025.  Notice was posted on the district website.  File Attachments 1. Preface Subject 1.03 Report of Certified Results of the 2025 Annual School Board Election Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Information   OFFICIAL FINAL RESULTS PROVIDED BY THE COUNTY CLERK   Three Year Term Noemi Velazquez 19,127 Lorenzo Richardson 17,396 Afaf Muhammad 17,141     Aimee Sharrock 16,144 Brendan Doohan 16,068 Christopher Tisdale 15,953 Sumit Salia 8,686 Write-In Vote 893           File Attachments 1. Preface Subject 1.04 Administration of Oath of Office to Newly Elected Trustees Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Information Administration of Oath of Office to newly elected Board Members:   Afaf Muhammad - 3 year term Lorenzo Richardson - 3 year term Noemi Velazquez - 3 year term File Attachments 1. Preface Subject 1.05 Roll Call Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Information Board Member Present Absent Dr. George P. Blount     Natalia Ioffe     Dejon Morris     Afaf Muhammad     Alpa B. Patel     Tia Rezabala     Lorenzo Richardson     Matthew Schneider     Noemi Velazquez       File Attachments 1. Preface Subject 1.06 WELCOME / REMARKS Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Information Dr. Norma Fernandez, Superintendent of Schools File Attachments 2. Code of Ethics/Election of Officers Subject 2.01 Code of Ethics for School Board Members Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Action (Consent) WHEREAS, t he School Ethics Act ( N.J.S.A . 18A:12-24.1 )  sets forth a “Code of Ethics”, which applies to Board of Education members; and   WHEREAS, t he Code of Ethics sets forth specific prohibitions; and the governing statute ( N .J.S.A . 18A-12-24 )  offers guidance to board members on their role while serving on the Board of Education; and   WHEREAS,  the trustees of the Jersey City Board of Education recognize that they hold authority not as individuals but as members of the Board, and in order to make a clear public statement of its philosophy of service to the pupils of the district, the board adopts as its own the School Board Member Code of Ethics; now    BE IT  RESOLVED,  the Jersey City Board of Education, individually and as a group, reaffirms and re-adopts the School Board Member Code of Ethics contained in Board of Education Bylaw 0142; the School Business Administrator distributes and discusses the Code of Ethics for school board members pursuant to the School Ethics Act ( L.2001,c.178,s.5, as follows:   a. I will uphold and enforce all laws, rules and regulations of the State Board of Education, and court orders pertaining to schools.  Desired changes shall be brought about only through legal and ethical procedures.   b. I will make decisions in terms of the educational welfare of children and will seek to develop and maintain public schools that meet the individual needs of all children regardless of their ability, race, creed, sex, or social standing. c. I will confine my board action to policy making, planning, and appraisal, and I will help to frame policies and plans only after the board has consulted those who will be affected by them. d. I will carry out my responsibility, not to administer the schools, but, together with my fellow board members, to see that they are well run. e. I will recognize that authority rests with the board of education and will make no personal promises nor take any private action that may compromise the board. f. I will refuse to surrender my independent judgment to special interest or partisan political groups or to use the schools for personal gain or for the gain of friends. g. I will hold confidential all matters pertaining to the schools which, if disclosed, would needlessly injure individuals or the schools.  In all other matters, I will provide accurate information and, in concert with my fellow board members, interpret to the staff the aspirations of the community for its school. h. I will vote to appoint the best qualified personnel available after consideration of the recommendation of the chief administrative officer. i. I will support and protect school personnel in proper performance of their duties. j. I will refer all complaints to the chief administrative officer and will act on the complaints at public meetings only after failure of an administrative solution. File Attachments 2. Code of Ethics/Election of Officers Subject 2.02 Nominations/Election of Board President Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Action (Consent) The School Business Administrator to entertain nominations for the Office of President of the Jersey City Board of Education for the 2026 calendar year.  File Attachments 2. Code of Ethics/Election of Officers Subject 2.03 School Business Administrator turns over the conduct of the meeting to the Board President Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Action (Consent) File Attachments 2. Code of Ethics/Election of Officers Subject 2.04 Nominations/Election of Board Vice President Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Action (Consent) The Board President to entertain nominations for the Office of Vice President of the Jersey City Board of Education for the 2026 calendar year. File Attachments 3. Public Comment Subject 3.01 Public Comment Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Information The Board of Education recognizes the value of public comment on educational issues and the importance of allowing members of the public to express themselves on school matters of community interest.   In order to permit the fair and orderly expression of such comment, the Board shall set aside a portion of every Board meeting, the length of the portion to be determined by the Board, for public comment on any school or school district issue that a member of the public feels may be of concern to the residents of the school district.   Public participation shall be governed by the following rules:   1 .  A participant must be recognized by the presiding officer and must preface comments by an announcement of his/her name, municipality of residence, and group affiliation, if applicable;   2 .  Each statement made by a participant shall be limited to three (3) minutes duration;    3 .  No participant may speak more than once on the same topic until all others who wish to speak on that topic have been heard;   4 .  All statements, questions, or inquires shall be directed to the presiding officer and any questions or inquires directed by a participant to another Board member shall be redirected to the presiding officer who shall determine if such statement, question, or inquiry shall be addressed by the presiding officer on behalf of the Board or by the individual Board member;   5 .  The presiding officer may:   Interrupt, warn, and/or terminate a participant's statement, question, or inquiry when it is too lengthy; Interrupt and/or warn a participant when the statement, question, or inquiry is abusive, obscene, or may be defamatory; Request any person to leave the meeting when that person does not observe reasonable decorum; Request the assistance of law enforcement officers in the removal of a disorderly person when that person prevents or disrupts a meeting with an act that obstructs or interferes with a meeting; Call for a recess or an adjournment to another time when the lack of public decorum interferes with the orderly conduct of the meeting; and Waive these rules when necessary for the protection of privacy or to maintain an orderly operation of the Board meeting.       File Attachments 4. Consent Agenda Subject 4.01 Approval of Consent Agenda Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Information BE IT RESOLVED , approval to move and vote on agenda items 5.01 thru 8.03 as a consent agenda.   Board Member Yes No Abstain Dr. George P. Blount       Natalia Ioffe       Dejon Morris       Afaf Muhammad       Alpa B. Patel       Tia Rezabala       Lorenzo Richardson       Matthew Schneider       Noemi Velazquez         File Attachments 5. Board Agenda Structure/Committees/Meetings Subject 5.01 Approve Regular Public Meeting Agenda Format Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Action (Consent) REGULAR PUBLIC MEETING AGENDA     1.         Regular Meeting              2.         Leadership Items    3.         Board / District Recognition / Awards   4.         Public Comments             5.         Executive Session   6.         Adoption of Minutes   7.         Education (Curriculum/Instruction)   8.         Special Education   9.         Finance             10.       Facilities   11.       Personnel             12.       Legal   13.       Policy   14.       Other Business                         15.       Attachments (Non-Action)   16.       Adjournment File Attachments 5. Board Agenda Structure/Committees/Meetings Subject 5.02 Approve 2026 Calendar of Board Meetings Meeting Jan 7, 2026 - Reorganization Meeting, 5:30 P.M. Type Action (Consent) BE IT RESOLVED, the Jersey City Board of Education, designates the following meeting dates for Caucus and Regular Meetings, for the 2026 calendar year; all meetings shall be held in accordance with the "Open Public Meetings Act" and formal action may be taken at any meeting.  All Caucus Meetings to be held at the Board of Education Building, 1 Halstead Avenue, 1R, at 5:30 pm.  All Regular  Meetings to be held at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. School (PS#11), auditorium, at 5:30 pm ; and   BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,  the Board approves Roberts' Rules of Order, Newly Revised, to govern the Jersey City Board of Education in its deliberations and acts in all cases in which it is not inconsistent with statutes of the State of New Jersey, rules of the State Board of Education, or these Bylaws, in accordance with Board Bylaw #0164.6 (Conduct of Board Meetings) and #0164 (Public Participation at Board Meetings); and    BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Board reserves the right to adjourn or recess a meeting at any time to discuss such matters that may be considered in closed session; the Board will first adopt a resolution stating the general nature of the subject to be discussed, and the time and circumstances under which disclosure to the public will be made; and   BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED,  the Board hereby approves the following schedule of the 2026 Caucus and Board meeting dates and locations: Caucus Meeting  Regular Meeting January 20, 2026 January 22, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting February 17, 2026 February 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting (Adopt SY 2026/27 preliminary budget)  Regular Meeting March 17, 2026 March 19, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meeting (Public Budget Hearing) April 14, 2026 April 16, 2026   Caucus Meeting Regular Meet