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Meeting Date:
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3/27/2025 - 6:00 PM
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Category:
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Finance and Operations
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Type:
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Action
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Subject:
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13.2 Resolution to Accept--Acceptance of Funds for Excellence in Summer Learning
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Strategic Plans:
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Priority 2.1 2.1 Develop and implement a pre-K through grade 12 inclusive curricula and assessments that elevate historically marginalized voices, strengthen and sustain a focus on the instructional core, and provide opportunities to learn about perspectives beyond one’s own scope. Priority 1.6
1.6 Create a district-wide equity framework to promote equity in all systems, policies, procedures, and practices; close existing gaps in opportunity, access, achievement, expectations, and resources; and eliminate race and class as predictors of student success.
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Enclosure
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File Attachment:
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Summary:
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Whereas, the National Summer Learning Association works to ensure all of America’s students, regardless of background, income, or zip code, can access and benefit from a high-quality summer learning experience every year; and
Whereas, the Newark Board of Education has been honored with the New York Life Foundation Excellence in Summer Learning Award from the National Summer Learning Association. Since 2005, this award, defined by its rigorous application and selection process, has recognized enrollment-based programs that keep children and youth safe, healthy and learning during the critical summer months; and
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Funding :
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Whereas, the awarded amount is $15,000 to the Newark Board of Education which will be managed by the Office of Staff Development.
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Recommendation to the Board:
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Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, the Newark Board of Education accepts the New York Life Foundation Excellence in Summer Learning award in the amount of $15,000.
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Approvals:
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Recommended By:
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Signed By:
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Michelina Thornton - Director of Grants
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Signed By:
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Valerie Wilson - School Business Administrator
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Signed By:
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Roger León - Superintendent
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Vote Results:
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| Original Motion | | Member Daniel Gonzalez Moved, Member Josephine Garcia seconded to approve the Original motion 'Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, the Newark Board of Education accepts the New York Life Foundation Excellence in Summer Learning award in the amount of $15,000.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 7 Nay: 0 Abstain: 1. | | The motion Carried 7 - 0 | | | | | Josephine Garcia | Yes | | Vereliz Santana | Yes | | Hasani Council | Yes | | Crystal Williams | Abstain | | Daniel Gonzalez | Yes | | Kanileah Anderson | Yes | | Allison K. James-Frison | Yes | | Helena Vinhas | Yes | |
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