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School district

School district statistics (NCES Common Core of Data; proficiency = EDFacts state-assessment range midpoints)
Enrollment10,436 students (2023)
Per-pupil spending$17,472 (FY2020)
Schools15 · 620 teachers (FTE) (2023)
Total revenue$246.9M (FY2020)
Reading proficiency25% (est. 2018)
Math proficiency17% (est. 2018)
Free/reduced lunch82% (2018)

Recent meetings

Tue Oct 13, 2026

Business Meeting

Plainfield Board of Education to review district improvement plan

The Board of Education will consider approving a QSAC District Improvement Plan to address non-compliant indicators in instruction, program, and personnel. The meeting includes reviews of the district's bullying prevention report and a proposed afterschool partnership.

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✓ Decided: Plainfield Public Schools board addressed operations, HR, and grants.

The Plainfield Public Schools Board of Education held its business meeting on October 13, 2026, addressing a broad agenda covering human resources, school management, student services, and business operations. The board acted on reports, personnel appointments, field trips, policy adoptions, and grants, though specific vote tallies and outcomes were not detailed in the minutes.

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3 Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Business Meeting Business Meeting (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Plainfield High School Cafe 950 Park Avenue/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Oct 13, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information    File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting Oct 13, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information   BOARD COMMISSIONERS     Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONERS   Power Chiles Karlens Philippe Ericka Vasquez   File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting Oct 13, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been placed on the District's website on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, and also provided to the Plainfield …
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Business Meeting (Tuesday, October 13, 2026)     A. PREFACE Information: 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance   Information: 2. Roll Call     Information: 3. Welcome     B. BOARD PRESIDENT'S REPORT   Discussion: 1. Board President’s Report   C. RECOGNITION/PRESENTATIONS   D. OFFICE OF THE ACTING SUPERINTENDENT Discussion, Information: 1. Acting Superintendent's Report   Action, Action (Consent): 2. Submission of the QSAC District Improvement Plan (DIP)     Action, Action (Consent): 3. Harassment, Intimidation, and Bullying (HIB) Presentation     Action, Action (Consent): 4. Treasurer's Report     Action, Action (Consent): 5. Memorandum of Understanding - YenNwkadaa Afterschool Enrichment Program     E. BOARD COMMITTEE REPORTS   Information: 1. Academic Excellence Committee Report   Information: 2. Finance Committee Report     Information: 3. Policy Committee Report     F. PUBLIC COMMENTS   G. EXECUTIVE SESSION H. BOARD DISCUSSION I. AGENDA APPROVAL J. ADOPTION OF MINUTES Action, Action (Consent), Minutes: 1. September 22, 2026 Business Meeting Minutes   K. OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES   Action, Action (Consent): 1. Contractual Appointments   Action, Action (Consent): 2. Transfers/Reassignments/Salary Advancement     Action, Action (Consent), Discussion: 3. Substitute/Hourly Appointments – 2026-2027     Action, Action (Conse …
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Tue Sep 22, 2026

Business Meeting

Plainfield school board to review state placement, test scores, equity audit

The Plainfield Board of Education will hold a business meeting with action items, including receiving the state's NJQSAC placement, sharing ACCESS, DLM, and NJGPA test score data, and reviewing an equity audit. The board will also affirm district goals for 2026-2027 and approve proclamations honoring staff and community members. The meeting includes presentations and recognition of student commissioners.

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3 Tuesday, September 22, 2026 Business Meeting Business Meeting (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Plainfield High School Cafe 950 Park Avenue/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Sep 22, 2026 - Business Meeting Type        File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting Sep 22, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information   BOARD COMMISSIONERS     Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONERS     File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting Sep 22, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been placed on the District's website on Friday, September 18, 2026, and also provided to the Plainfield Public Schools for posting.    File Attachments …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026

Business Meeting

Plainfield school board to vote on 2026-27 student code of conduct

The Plainfield Board of Education will hold a business meeting on August 18, 2026, at Plainfield High School, where it will take action on several items, including the 2026-2027 Student Code of Conduct and multiple memorandums of understanding with community partners. The board will also discuss reports from the board president and acting superintendent, and consider proclamations honoring local figures and organizations.

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✓ Decided: Plainfield school board approves consent agenda covering staffing, contracts and policies

The Plainfield Board of Education held its business meeting on August 18, 2026, moving through reports, public comment, and an executive session on personnel and legal matters. The board approved a formal consent agenda that included the 2026-2027 Student Code of Conduct, multiple memoranda of understanding, personnel appointments and transfers, curriculum and technology contracts, bids, and policy adoptions. The minutes record the consent agenda as approved with six yes votes, no no votes, and four recusals noted as 'O3'; Commissioners Webb and Harris left before the vote and Commissioner Hembree was absent. The meeting adjourned at 9:06 p.m.

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3 Tuesday, August 18, 2026 Business Meeting Business Meeting (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Plainfield High School Cafe 950 Park Avenue/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Aug 18, 2026 - Business Meeting Type        File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting Aug 18, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information   BOARD COMMISSIONERS     Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONERS     File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting Aug 18, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News,  and Tap Into Plainfield  on Monday, August 10, 2026 to be ad …
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Business Meeting (Tuesday, August 18, 2026)   A. PREFACE Information: 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance The meeting was called to order at 6:45 p.m.   Information: 2. Roll Call   PRESENT Commissioner Hanae M. Wyatt, President Commissioner Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President, arr. @ 7:02 p.m. Commissioner DeShawne Allen-Jordan Commissioner Eric J. Andrews Commissioner Tamara Douglas, arr. @ 6:53 p.m. Commissioner Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr., left @ 8:00 p.m. Commissioner Terence J. Johnson Commissioner Sincere Malone, arr. @ 6:55 p.m.   ABSENT Commissioner W. Pat Hembree   ALSO PRESENT Dr. Elizabeth Filippatos, Acting Superintendent Mr. Cameron E. Cox, School Business Administrator/Board Secretary Mr. Chris Payne Mrs. Carletta Jones Mr. Vashon L. Hill Ms. Khalifa Shabazz, Esq. Mr. Jeffrey A. Morton, arr. @ 7:04 p.m.   ALSO ABSENT Dr. Mark A. Williams Dr. Danielle Mastrogiovanni   Information: 3. Welcome   WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News,  and Tap Into Plainfield  on Monday, August 10, 2026 …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026

Business Meeting

Plainfield Board approves staff appointments and honors educators

The Plainfield Board of Education will approve the employment of several staff members and recognize two educators for their service. The meeting also includes committee reports and public comment.

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3 Tuesday, July 21, 2026 Business Meeting Business Meeting (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Charles & Anna Booker Elementary School Cafe 730 Central Street/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jul 21, 2026 - Business Meeting Type        File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting Jul 21, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information   BOARD COMMISSIONERS     Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONERS     File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting Jul 21, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News,  and Tap Into Plainfield  on Monday, Ju …
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Tue Jun 16, 2026

Business Meeting

Board to appoint three new directors: Special Ed, Curriculum, Early Childhood

The Plainfield Board of Education will hold a business meeting to take action on several personnel items, including appointing three new directors and approving the 2026-2027 organizational chart. The board will also consider contractual appointments, staff transfers, and acknowledge the district's Professional Development Plan update. Public comments will be heard after committee reports.

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✓ Decided: Plainfield school board approves consent agenda with personnel, contracts, and grants

The Plainfield Board of Education held its final business meeting of the 2026-2027 school year. The board unanimously approved the formal consent agenda, which included numerous personnel actions, contract renewals, grant applications, and financial reports. The board also unanimously approved a resolution to enter executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters, and later resumed public session to adjourn.

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3 Tuesday, June 16, 2026 Business Meeting Business Meeting (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Charles & Anna Booker Elementary School Cafe 730 Central Street/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jun 16, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information        File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting Jun 16, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information   BOARD COMMISSIONERS   Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONER   Ms. Heaven Frazier Ms. Icess Grover Ms. Cailin Mersola File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting Jun 16, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier …
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Business Meeting (Tuesday, June 16, 2026)   A. PREFACE Information: 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance The meeting was called to order at 6:52 p.m.   PRESENT Commissioner Hanae M. Wyatt, President Commissioner Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Commissioner DeShawne Allen-Jordan Commissioner Eric J. Andrews Commissioner Tamara Douglas Commissioner Dr. Lamont T. Harris Commissioner W. Pat Hembree, arr. @ 7:30 p.m. Commissioner Terence J. Johnson, arr. @ 7:20 p.m.   ABSENT Commissioner Sincere Malone   ALSO PRESENT Dr. Elizabeth Filippatos, Acting Superintendent Chief Cameron E. Cox Dr. Mark A. Williams (Chief) Chief Carletta Jones Chief Vashon L. Hill Dr. Danielle Mastrogiovanni (Chief) Chief Chris Payne Mr. Bryant Horsley, Esq. Mr. Jeffrey A. Morton   Information: 3. Welcome   WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News,  and Tap Into Plainfield  on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 to be advertised on Friday, June 12, 2026 and also provided to the Plainfield Public Schools, the D …
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Tue May 19, 2026

Business Meeting

Board to vote on after-school arts partnership with DuCret School of Art

The Plainfield Board of Education will consider a Memorandum of Understanding with DuCret School of Art to provide free after-school visual arts enrichment for district students. The board will also vote on the treasurer's report for March 2026, approve contractual appointments for three new teachers, and adopt minutes from previous meetings. Committee reports on finance, policy, and academic excellence will be presented, followed by public comment.

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✓ Decided: Plainfield school board approves consent agenda with travel, contracts, and programs

The Plainfield Board of Education approved the formal consent agenda, which included numerous routine items such as contracts, reports, and program approvals. Two items (O9 and O10) related to broker of record services were administratively pulled by the Acting Superintendent. The board also unanimously approved a resolution to enter executive session for personnel and legal matters.

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3 Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Business Meeting Business Meeting (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Charles & Anna Booker Elementary School Cafe 730 Central Street/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting May 19, 2026 - Business Meeting Type        File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting May 19, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information   BOARD COMMISSIONERS   Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONER   Ms. Heaven Frazier Ms. Icess Grover Ms. Cailin Mersola   File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting May 19, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier N …
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Business Meeting (Tuesday, May 19, 2026)     A. PREFACE Information: 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance The meeting was called to order at 6:46 pm.   Information: 2. Roll Call   PRESENT Commissioner Hanae M. Wyatt, President Commissioner Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Commissioner DeShawne Allen-Jordan Commissioner Eric J. Andrews, arr. @ 6:50 p.m. Commissioner Tamara Douglas Commissioner Dr. Lamont T. Harris Commissioner W. Pat Hembree, arr. @ 7:30 p.m. Commissioner Terence J. Johnson   ABSENT Commissioner Sincere Malone   ALSO PRESENT Dr. Elizabeth Filippatos, Acting Superintendent Chief Cameron E. Cox Dr. Mark A. Williams (Chief), arr. @ 6:50 p.m. Chief Carletta Jones Chief Vashon L. Hill Dr. Danielle Mastrogiovanni (Chief) Mr. Bryant Horsley, Esq. Mr. Ramon Rivera, Esq. Mr. Jeffrey A. Morton   ALSO ABSENT Chief Chris Payne   Information: 3. Welcome WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News,  and Tap Into Plainfield  on Monday, May 1 …
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Tue Apr 28, 2026

Public Hearing and Final Adoption of the 2026-2027 Budget

Plainfield Board of Education to vote on 2026-2027 budget

The Board of Education will hold a public hearing and vote on the final adoption of the 2026-2027 budget. The meeting includes a presentation of the budget and discussions on financial operations and student services.

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✓ Decided: Plainfield school board adopts $9.54M staffing-cut budget for 2026-27

The Plainfield Board of Education held a public hearing and unanimously adopted the 2026-2027 budget, which includes staffing reductions tied to declining enrollment. The board also approved a consent agenda covering travel reimbursements, a capital reserve withdrawal, a corrective action plan, and specialized ESY transportation. Public comments raised concerns about budget accuracy, audit findings, and the impact of staff cuts on students.

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3 Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Public Hearing and Final Adoption of the 2026-2027 Budget Public Hearing and Final Adoption of the 2026-2027 Budget (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Charles & Anna Booker Elementary School Cafe 730 Central Street/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Apr 28, 2026 - Public Hearing and Final Adoption of the 2026-2027 Budget Type        File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting Apr 28, 2026 - Public Hearing and Final Adoption of the 2026-2027 Budget Type Information   BOARD COMMISSIONERS   Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONER   Ms. Heaven Frazier Ms. Icess Grover Ms. Cailin Mersola       File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting Apr 28, 2026 - Public Hearing and Final Adoption of the 2026-2027 Budget Type Information WELCOME to the Public Hearing and Final Adoption of the 2026-2027 Budget  Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We than …
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Public Hearing and Final Adoption of the 2026-2027 Budget (Tuesday, April 28, 2026)   A. PREFACE Information: 1. Preface The meeting was called to order at 6:40 p.m.   Information: 2. Roll Call   PRESENT Commissioner Hanae M. Wyatt, Board President Commissioner Victor L. Webb. Jr. Board Vice President Commissioner Shawne Allen-Jordan Commissioner Eric J. Andrews, arr. @ 7:35 p.m. Commissioner Tamara Douglas Commissioner W. Pat Hembree, arr. @ 7:37 p.m. Commissioner Terence J. Johnson Commissioner Sincere Malone   ABSENT Commissioner Dr. Lamont T. Harris   ALSO PRESENT Dr. Elizabeth Filippatos, Acting Superintendent Chief Cameron E. Cox Chief Carletta Jones Chief Vashon L. Hill Ms. Khalifa Shabazz, Esq. Mr. Jeffrey A. Morton   ALSO ABSENT Dr. Mark A. Williams (Chief) Chief Chris Payne Dr. Danielle Mastrogiovanni (Chief)   Information: 3. Welcome   WELCOME to the  Public Hearing and Final Adoption of the 2026-2027 Budget  Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News, on Thursda …
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Tue Apr 14, 2026

Business Meeting

Board to vote on temporary administrative appointments and conference travel

The Plainfield Board of Education will consider several personnel actions including the appointment of Carlton Bynoe as Acting Supervisor of Compensation Administration with a $1,000 monthly stipend and additional responsibilities for Tasheen Epps with a $500 monthly stipend. The board will also vote on approving the Student Safety Data System report for period 1 (September-December 2025) and authorizing up to $1,352 for four administrators to attend the NJASA/NJAPSA Spring Leadership Conference in Atlantic City.

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✓ Decided: Plainfield school board approves consent agenda including staff reductions

The Plainfield Board of Education approved the formal consent agenda, which included the Reduction in Force item, along with other personnel actions, reports, and field trips. The board also unanimously approved a resolution to enter executive session for personnel and legal matters. Public comments raised concerns about staffing reductions and the potential removal of specific administrators.

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3 Tuesday, April 14, 2026 Business Meeting Business Meeting (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Charles & Anna Booker Elementary School Cafe 730 Central Street/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - Business Meeting Type        File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - Business Meeting Type   BOARD COMMISSIONERS   Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONER   Ms. Heaven Frazier Ms. Icess Grover Ms. Cailin Mersola File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting Apr 14, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News  and Tap I …
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Business Meeting (Tuesday, April 14, 2026)   A. PREFACE Information: 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance The meeting was called to order at 6:37 p.m.   Information: 2. Roll Call   PRESENT Commissioner Hanae M. Wyatt, President Commissioner Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Commissioner DeShawne Allen-Jordan Commissioner Eric J. Andrews, arr. @ 7:25 p.m. Commissioner Tamara Douglas, arr. @ 7:45 p.m. Commissioner Dr. Lamont T. Harris Commissioner W. Pat Hembree, arr. @ 7:14 p.m. Commissioner Terence J. Johnson Commissioner Sincere Malone     ALSO PRESENT Dr. Elizabeth Filippatos, Acting Superintendent Chief Cameron E. Cox Dr. Mark A. Williams (Chief) Chief Carletta Jones Chief Chris Payne Chief Vashon L. Hill Dr. Danielle Mastrogiovanni (Chief) Ms. Khalifa Shabazz, Esq. Mr. Bryant Horsley, Esq. Ms. Cailin Mersola, Student Commissioner   Information: 3. Welcome   WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News  and Tap Into Plainfield  on Thursday, April 09, 202 …
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Tue Mar 24, 2026

Business/Tentative 2026-2027 Budget Meeting

Plainfield school board reviews tentative 2026-2027 budget

The Plainfield Board of Education will hold a business meeting to discuss and take action on the tentative 2026-2027 budget, including a preliminary budget presentation. Other agenda items include approval of a revised 2025-2026 academic calendar, appointment of a representative to the Educational Services Commission, and acceptance of staff resignations.

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3 Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Business/Tentative 2026-2027 Budget Meeting Business/Tentative 2026-2027 Budget Meeting (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Charles & Anna Booker Elementary School Cafe 730 Central Street/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Mar 24, 2026 - Business/Tentative 2026-2027 Budget Meeting Type        File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. New Agenda Item Meeting Mar 24, 2026 - Business/Tentative 2026-2027 Budget Meeting Type    File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Roll Call Meeting Mar 24, 2026 - Business/Tentative 2026-2027 Budget Meeting Type Information   BOARD COMMISSIONERS   Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONER   Ms. Heaven Frazier Ms. Icess Grover Ms. Cailin Mersola File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 4. Welcome Meeting Mar 24, 2026 - Business/Tentative 2026-2027 Budget Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and inf …
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Tue Mar 17, 2026

Special Meeting

Plainfield Board of Education schedules special meeting for March 17

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and administrative reports. The board will hold an executive session for a legal update.

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3 Tuesday, March 17, 2026 Special Meeting Special Meeting 6:30 p.m. Charles & Anna Booker Elementary School Cafe 730 Central Street/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Mar 17, 2026 - Special Meeting Type    File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting Mar 17, 2026 - Special Meeting Type Information    BOARD COMMISSIONERS   Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONER   Ms. Heaven Frazier Ms. Icess Grover Ms. Cailin Mersola   File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting Mar 17, 2026 - Special Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Special Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News,  and Tap Into Plainfield  on Thursday, Mar …
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Tue Feb 17, 2026

Business Meeting

Plainfield Board of Education to vote on 2026-2027 academic calendars

The Board of Education will consider the adoption of 10-month and 12-month academic calendars for the 2026-2027 school year. The meeting includes a review of the 2026-2027 budget and approval of various personnel appointments and transfers.

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3 Tuesday, February 17, 2026 Business Meeting Business Meeting (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Charles & Anna Booker Elementary School Cafe 730 Central Street/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Feb 17, 2026 - Business Meeting Type        File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. New Agenda Item Meeting Feb 17, 2026 - Business Meeting Type    File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Roll Call Meeting Feb 17, 2026 - Business Meeting Type   BOARD COMMISSIONERS   Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONER   Ms. Heaven Frazier Ms. Icess Grover Ms. Cailin Mersola File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 4. Welcome Meeting Feb 17, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Ope …
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Tue Feb 10, 2026

Special Meeting

Plainfield school board to discuss preliminary budget projections

The Plainfield Board of Education holds a special meeting to discuss the district's preliminary budget projections and budget oversight. The agenda includes a presentation on budget oversight and community understanding, and a discussion of preliminary budget projections led by the acting superintendent. Public comment will be taken at the meeting.

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3 Tuesday, February 10, 2026 Special Meeting 6:30 p.m. Special Meeting (Virtual Only) Please See the District's Website for Available Virtual Options A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Special Meeting Type        File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Special Meeting Type Information   BOARD COMMISSIONERS   Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone   STUDENT COMMISSIONERS Ms. Heaven Frazier Ms. Icess Grover Ms. Cailin Mersola           File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting Feb 10, 2026 - Special Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Special Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education.  Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative.  We thank you for taking the time to attend.  Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News, and Tap Into Plainfield on Wednesday, Febru …
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Tue Jan 20, 2026

Business Meeting

Board to vote on naming Plainfield Early Learning Center mascot as the Bees

The Plainfield Board of Education will vote on approving the official name and mascot for the Plainfield Early Learning Center, selecting the Bees following a student vote. The board will also consider multiple personnel actions, including the appointment of an assistant principal, contractual hires, transfers, resignations, and retirements. Committee reports and a public comment period are scheduled, followed by an executive session for legal and HIB updates.

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3 Tuesday, January 20, 2026 Business Meeting Business Meeting (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Charles & Anna Booker Elementary School Cafe 730 Central Street/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jan 20, 2026 - Business Meeting Type        File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting Jan 20, 2026 - Business Meeting Type   BOARD COMMISSIONERS   Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt, President Mr. Victor L. Webb, Jr., Vice President Mrs. DeShawne Allen-Jordan Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Ms. Tamara Douglas Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence J. Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone     STUDENT COMMISSIONER   Ms. Cailin Mersola File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting Jan 20, 2026 - Business Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News,  and Tap Into Plainfield  on Monday, Decem …
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Tue Jan 6, 2026

Organization Meeting

Plainfield Board of Education to hold 2026 organization meeting

The Board of Education will swear in newly elected members and elect a President and Vice President. The body will also adopt a Code of Ethics and establish the official meeting schedule and public participation procedures for the year.

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3 Tuesday, January 6, 2026 Organization Meeting Organization Meeting (Action Will Be Taken) 6:30 p.m. Charles & Anna Booker Elementary School Cafe 730 Central Street/Please see the District Website for Available Virtual Options Executive Session A. PREFACE Subject 1. Call to Order/Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Jan 6, 2026 - Organization Meeting Type    File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 2. Roll Call Meeting Jan 6, 2026 - Organization Meeting Type    BOARD COMMISSIONERS       Mr. Eric J. Andrews, Jr. Mr. Azim A. Gray Dr. Lamont T. Harris, Jr. Mrs. W. Pat Hembree Mr. Terence Johnson Mr. Sincere Malone Ms. ShonT é Smith Mr. Victor L. Webb Mrs. Hanae M. Wyatt     STUDENT COMMISSIONERS Ms. Icess Grover Ms. Cailin Mersola   File Attachments A. PREFACE Subject 3. Welcome Meeting Jan 6, 2026 - Organization Meeting Type Information WELCOME to the Business Meeting of the Plainfield Board of Education. Members hope you will find the meeting interesting and informative. We thank you for taking the time to attend. Please be advised that this and all meetings of the Board are open to the media and public, consistent with the Open Public Meetings Act (Ch. 231, Laws of 1975), and that the advance notice required therein has been provided to the Courier News,  and Tap Into Plainfield  on Monday, December 2 …
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