New Location For Central Regional Board Of Education Meeting

BERKELEY, NJ — In the wake of controversy relating to the district's response to the bullying and suicide of 14-year-old student Adriana Kuch, a larger than normal turnout is expected for the monthly Central Regional Board of Education meeting.

The meeting will still be held at 7 p.m. on Feb. 16, but it will be in the High School Auditorium to accommodate the anticipated crowd, according to an update on the Central Regional website.

The district's response to a filmed attack on Kuch that lead to her taking her own life has sparked outrage within the community, who have been demanding change from school administrators.

This also lead to Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides' resignation over the weekend. Read more: Central Superintendent Resigns In Aftermath Of Student Death

Douglas Corbett, assistant superintendent, is acting superintendent effective immediately, the Board said. Protestors have also called for Corbett's resignation.

Students and parents alike have been protesting in the days since, while community members have been rallying around the Kuch family.

The Board also said that they asked the state Department of Education to conduct an independent assessment of the district's anti-bullying practices.

As of Wednesday afternoon, no agenda has been shared for Thursday's meeting.

Previous Coverage:

'We Want Justice': Central Students Protest After Classmate's Death

'Wonderful And Brave': Memorial Fund Created For Bayville Teen

Central Superintendent Resigns In Aftermath Of Student Death

4 Central Teens Charged In Recorded Attack Following Student's Suicide

Memorial Vigil Honors Bayville Teen After Suicide

Officials Speak Out Following Bullied Bayville Teen Suicide

NJ Legislators Propose Amending Anti-Bullying Laws In Wake Of Suicide