Review Agenda Item
Meeting Date: 5/22/2025 - 6:00 PM
Category: Instruction & Program - Votes
Type: Action
Subject: 19.2 Approval of College Forensic Science (BARD172) Curriculum
Strategic Plans:
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 2.3
2.3 Develop a cognitive-learning approach to pedagogy and instruction that deepens understanding of the science of learning and centralizes knowledge building as core to improving the academic achievement of all students, including English language learners, students with special needs, and struggling learners.
Enclosure
File Attachment:
Summary: Whereas, the Newark Board of Education is committed to the continuing improvement of the district’s educational program, and whereas the College Forensic Science (BARD172) course will be offered as a dual enrollment opportunity, students will receive both high school credit and Bard College credit for successful completion of the course.
Funding : No cost to the district
Recommendation to the Board: Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Newark Board of Education approves the College Forensic Science (BARD172) Curriculum.
Approvals:
Recommended By:
Signed By:
Christina Ramirez - Special Assistant
Signed By:
Dr. Maria Ortiz - Assistant Superintendent
Signed By:
Sylvia Esteves - Assistant Superintendent of Teaching & Learning
Signed By:
Yolonda Severe - Deputy Superintendent
Signed By:
Roger León - Superintendent
Vote Results:

Original Motion
Member Kanileah Anderson Moved, Member David I. Daughety seconded to approve the Original motion 'Now, therefore, be it resolved that the Newark Board of Education approves the College Forensic Science (BARD172) Curriculum.'. Upon a Roll-Call Vote being taken, the vote was: Aye: 8 Nay: 0.
The motion Carried 8 - 0
   
Hasani Council     Yes
Josephine Garcia     Yes
Vereliz Santana     Yes
Kanileah Anderson     Yes
Allison K. James-Frison     Yes
David I. Daughety     Yes
Helena Vinhas     Yes
Louis Maisonave, Jr.     Yes