Gloucester Township BOE meeting 6-29-26

The Gloucester Township Schools Board of Education held a meeting on June 29, 2026, which included discussions on personnel matters such as the hiring of a preschool teacher and a human resources supervisor, with specific salary details provided. The board also addressed budget-related items, including corrections to budget hearing dates and the approval of various financial reports and bills. Substitute teacher pay rates and benefits were a significant topic, with several substitutes expressing concerns about pay cuts and job security, leading to a motion to table certain agenda items related to substitute staffing. The board reviewed student safety data, noting a decrease in incidents compared to the previous year, and discussed ongoing efforts to improve school safety and support services. Additionally, the board received updates from the Special Education Parent Advisory Group (CPAG) on survey results and initiatives to enhance special education services. The meeting concluded with the superintendent's evaluation and related votes. No new contracts or procurement awards were explicitly mentioned, but budget allocations and personnel contracts were key procurement-related topics.