Legacy Construction’s bid was half the price of its competitorsLegacy Construction’s bid was half the price of its competitorsCompany to oversee six-year project to upgrade and repair Montclair schools. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Legacy Construction to oversee district’s $187.7M projectLegacy Construction to oversee district’s $187.7M projectFirm’s bid, $3.1M, was much lower than those of its competitors, board says. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Allison Silverstein, Crystal Hopkins to lead school boardAllison Silverstein, Crystal Hopkins to lead school boardBoard members Yvonne W. Bouknight, Brian Fleischer and Monk Inyang sworn in. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Montclair school district takes next steps on $187.7 million bond referendum workMontclair school district takes next steps on $187.7 million bond referendum workFour Montclair residents chosen to advise district on bids for construction management. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Preschool expansion underway in Montclair school district, Ponds saysPreschool expansion underway in Montclair school district, Ponds saysThe district intends to change the way it conducts its lottery for the free preschool program. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
State assessments reveal achievement drops across school districtState assessments reveal achievement drops across school districtBlack and Hispanic students, economically disadvantaged students, and others fall behind. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Montclair leaders and local organizations weigh in on referendumMontclair leaders and local organizations weigh in on referendumSome voice support, some don’t but explain why and some stay silent. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Montclair school officials discuss plan for bond transparencyMontclair school officials discuss plan for bond transparencyDiscuss asbestos mitigation and what happens if costs are higher than expected. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
District leaders continue to stress importance of referendumDistrict leaders continue to stress importance of referendumRepairs will go towards large infrastructure repairs, but also creating 21st century classrooms. Talia WienerTalia Wiener
Parents question why referendum projects were not tackled earlierParents question why referendum projects were not tackled earlierAverage tax increase would equal to less than cup of coffee, supporters say. Talia WienerTalia Wiener