On Wednesday, October 9, a team of security professionals observed lockdown/active shooter drills at selected schools in the District. Observers were from the New Jersey Department of Education Office of School Preparedness and Emergency Planning, the Bergen County Prosecutor’s Office, the New Jersey State Police, the Bergen County Office of Emergency Management, and the Rutherford Police Department. Following each drill, an extensive debriefing took place. This exercise was a learning experience and not an evaluation, but the District was commended for its plan and the teachers, staff, and … [Read more...] about Security Team Visit
Meeting Minutes for September 16, 2019
Meeting Agenda for October 7, 2019
Parent Academy
The Rutherford School District is committed to strengthening the parent/school connection. We are pleased to announce the opening of the Parent Academy. The Academy’s purpose is to build a strong, effective partnership with the parents of Rutherford. We will be hosting a series of workshops for the community over the course of the school year that include a wide variety of academic, social and emotional topics to work in partnership with our parents to help our students meet with success. Please see [Read more...] about Parent Academy
Bond Referendum Passes
Voters passed the bond referendum that will expand and improve Rutherford Public Schools to meet the needs of rising enrollment, current education standards, and aging facilities. Thank you! With this approval, we can strengthen the school district that is already recognized for academic success, and already a key partner in this desirable community. This One Rutherford proposal blended many perspectives into one solution focused on our future. Unofficial tallies from Tuesday, September 24 are 1536 votes in favor and 899 votes opposed for the $45.3 million borrowing plan. Vote By Mail … [Read more...] about Bond Referendum Passes