Montclair schools issue nonrenewal letters to 83 staffers Montclair schools issue nonrenewal letters to 83 staffers The Montclair Education Association called for “all hands on deck” after learning 48 paraprofessionals and 35 teachers got the notices. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
A show of support in Montclair for LGBTQ students, safe spacesA show of support in Montclair for LGBTQ students, safe spacesA response to criticisms of the school district's protocols for transgender students. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Some early support for Montclair schools’ $190M capital plan Some early support for Montclair schools’ $190M capital plan But some community leaders are holding off for more information.Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Still no word on mask mandates for Montclair schools after NJ rule expiresStill no word on mask mandates for Montclair schools after NJ rule expiresUnion leaders say they have not yet been consulted.Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Montclair schools staff: Classroom temperatures get as low as 40s, 50sMontclair schools staff: Classroom temperatures get as low as 40s, 50sDistrict administrators say they respond to complaints, are working against the limits of an aging HVAC system. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Montclair teachers see slight salary increase in one-year contractMontclair teachers see slight salary increase in one-year contractBoth say agreement is fair and, the cooperation was appreciated.Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Montclair classes short on special education staff, parents and union sayMontclair classes short on special education staff, parents and union sayIt’s an 'ongoing process,' district leaders say.Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Montclair school enrollment still lowest in 22 years — but kindergarten bouncing backMontclair school enrollment still lowest in 22 years — but kindergarten bouncing backBut kindergarten size has been bouncing back over the summer.Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Montclair schools: We’re working ‘relentlessly’ to open on time, even after IdaMontclair schools: We’re working ‘relentlessly’ to open on time, even after Ida"While we were not in Ida’s direct path, we certainly felt the brunt of her wrath," Superintendent Jonathan Ponds said.Talia WienerTalia Wiener
MEA school supply giveaway Aug. 22 at Nishuane SchoolMEA school supply giveaway Aug. 22 at Nishuane SchoolThe event is free and open to Montclair Public School students only.Montclair LocalMontclair Local