4.20.26 BOE Meeting

The Bernards Township Board of Education held a regular meeting on April 27, 2026, which included extensive discussions on various district operations and initiatives. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of a four-year contract for the new superintendent, Kristen Fox, with a starting salary of $230,000. The board also approved the selection of USA Architects for long-range facility planning and capital projects, including updates on multiple construction projects such as turf fields, roofing, and paving. Financial discussions covered the district's food service contract with Mashios, which is operating at a deficit in its first year, and the transition to a new third-party administrator, PlanConnect, for employee retirement plans to mitigate risk. Additionally, the board recommended securing early budget allocations for Chromebook replacements and approved revised activity fees for student participation. The meeting also addressed policy considerations related to the use of sound equipment on athletic fields, with the board deciding to table the current policy for further revision to balance community concerns and student activities. Overall, the meeting focused on operational updates, budget management, vendor selections, and policy development impacting future procurement and district services.