Canfield Avenue School

District Goals

• Student Learning: Prepare for the new state adaptive test (NJSLA-Adaptive), use data tools to monitor growth, and provide early literacy screenings and Kindergarten readiness assessments.

• School Climate: Bring back or adopt a program to support student social-emotional health, strengthen Responsive Classroom, and promote consistent discipline and attendance.

• Facilities & Safety: Begin planning for a major renovation of the rear outdoor areas (playgrounds, fields, recess spaces), continue upgrades to classrooms and common areas, and improve safety through traffic flow improvements and secure facilities.  

• Teaching & Staff: Expand professional development for teachers and aides, improve training and support, and strengthen collaboration across grade levels.

Board Goals

• Accountability: Oversee progress on the district’s Strategic Plan and prepare for the upcoming QSAC state review.

• Enrollment Planning: Study the impact of new housing developments, plan for additional space if needed, and implement periodic residency verification to ensure fairness for taxpayers.

• Fiscal Responsibility: Negotiate a new teacher contract responsibly, align the budget with district priorities, and continue to support PreK expansion, facilities, and safety.