Special Meeting Set To Discuss Budget, Referendum For Lacey Schools

The special Board of Education meeting will be held April 23, according to public notice.

Petition Launched To Save Band Director From Lacey Budget Cuts

Another year of budget cuts in the Lacey Township School District have students fighting to keep their favorite educators.

New School Performance Reports Released: See How Lacey Did

Here's how Lacey schools fared during the 2022-23 school year.

'Financial Crisis' Could Have State Overseeing Lacey Schools

The district's state aid loss means that a fall referendum could be in store, and if that fails, a state loan will be necessary.

Run-DMC Rap Legend Visits Southern Ocean Students

Darryl McDaniels - DMC from Run-DMC - visited Frederic Priff students to teach them the importance of education and being yourself.

$3.2M State Aid Loss Is 'Devastating' To Lacey Schools: Officials

"Drastic reductions" are in store for the Lacey Township School District, after their state aid was cut by $2 million more than anticipated.

Lacey Faces Massive Cuts Again In 2025 School State Aid

The Lacey Township School District has been bracing itself for more cuts in state aid. Here's how the district fared.

'Unsurvivable': Lacey Schools Prepare To Lose More State Aid

District officials are urging residents to write to legislators to voice concerns about the educational future of Lacey children.

School Budget Looks 'Difficult' Again For Lacey This Year: Officials

Last year was a tough one for the Lacey Township School District budget. It doesn't look like it'll be any better this year.

Referendum In Store For Lacey Township School District

The purpose for the referendum is to replace aging HVAC systems in the district, new board president Skip Peters said.

Here's How Lacey K-8 Schools Rank Statewide: U.S. News

The U.S. News list includes data on more than 79,000 public elementary and middle schools nationwide. Here's how local schools ranked:

Lacey Township High School One Of NJ's Best For Athletes: Niche

The high school is one of the top-ranked schools in the state for young athletes, according to the latest Niche rankings.

Free Universal Preschool Is Officially Coming To Lacey

The district is receiving $3.3 million from the state to fund the long-awaited preschool program.

See Lacey Township School District's Latest Niche Rankings

See district-wide rankings for academics, sports, teachers and more - and how it holds up statewide.

Transgender Student Policy Repealed By Lacey School District

Policy 5756 has been repealed by the Board of Education, but officials said they will continue to comply with discrimination laws.

Lacey Special Ed Teacher Is 'Dedicated And Compassionate'

Amanda Craig "pours her heart into her room and her students," a parent said. Here's why she was nominated for a Teacher Spotlight:

Lacey's Marisa Maslen Is The 'Best Kindergarten Teacher'

Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to spotlight amazing teachers. Here's why Marisa Maslen is "so amazing."

Lacey Schools Awarded $2.2 Million For Facilities Projects

The New Jersey Department of Education awarded nearly $450 million in school construction funding to address critical facilities needs.

What's New In The Lacey Township School District

Changes were made in the district over the summer, and here's what to expect this fall:

U.S. News Best High Schools: Where Did Lacey Township Rank?

Families can use the annual rankings to compare schools at the national, state and local levels on various factors.

Ex-Lacey School Board President Violated Ethics Act, Commission Finds

Then-president Shawn Giordano improperly used his school board position to investigate a political rival, the School Ethics Commission said.

Back To School: Lacey 2023-24 School Calendar

Parents in Lacey can mark the first day of school coming later this summer.

Here's Who's Running For Lacey Board Of Education

The Lacey Township Board of Education has open seats. Here's who's running to fill them:

Months Later, Lacey Students Still Plea For Return Of Beloved Teacher

Middle schoolers aren't letting up their fight to get their music teacher, Joseph Brausam, rehired after budget cuts let him go.

Here's How Much School Administrators Make In Lacey: New Data

These Lacey Township School District administrators make more than $150K a year, according to new data.

Petition Seeks To Return Beloved Lacey Middle School Music Teacher

Students hope to save music teacher Joseph Brausam, let go from the Lacey Township School District due to budget cuts.

Free Laundry Service Helps Students At Lacey Township High School

Tomredle's Terrifically Tidy Laundry Services was created by the ambitious Senior Class President Jimmy Tomredle, who saw a need for it.

'More Than A Teacher': Lacey Middle Schoolers Fight Loss Of Educator

Budget cuts mean that 39 non-tenured positions are cut in Lacey schools, including music teacher Joseph Brausam.

What's Staying, What's Cut In 2023 Lacey School District Budget

After some restoration of difficult budget cuts, the school board officially adopted their 2023-24 budget. Here's what's in it:

Restorations Made To 2023 Lacey School Budget

Lacey was originally set to lose nearly $4 million in state aid. But with the state and the township's help, cuts will not be as bad.

Here's How Lacey Schools Rank Statewide

New Jersey's school ratings are back. Here's how Lacey schools compare to the rest.

NASA Grant Awarded To Lacey College Student

Jennifer Matthews, currently studying biochemistry at Georgian Court University, is conducting a project about carbon quantum dots.

$2.6M Of State Aid Restored To Lacey School District Budget

Thanks to a bill co-sponsored by Sen. Vin Gopal and Sen. Andrew Zwicker, Lacey's state aid cuts won't be so drastic this year.

73 Would Lose Jobs Under Tentative Lacey School Budget

With the state aid cuts, the district will have to be realigned, with different grades being moved to different schools.

'Budget Crisis' Will Lead To Drastic Cuts In Lacey Schools

A loss of $4 million in state aid means that the district will have to cut programs, co-curriculars and reduce staff drastically.

Township Officials Slam Proposed State Aid Cuts For Lacey Schools

Mayor Tim McDonald said he was "furious" about a loss of nearly $4 million in aid for the Lacey Township School District.

This Week In Lacey: Learn About Universal Preschool

The forum on all-day preschool is set for March 16, and will be followed by the monthly Board of Education meeting.

Massive State Aid Cuts To Lacey School District In 2023-24 Budget

Gov. Phil Murphy's proposed budget includes a nearly $4 million cut in state aid to the Lacey Township School District.

Universal Full-Day Preschool Forum Set For Lacey Schools

Parents are invited to the Q&A forum focusing on full-day preschool in the Lacey Township School District.

Mallory's Army Anti-Bullying Presentation Postponed In Lacey

The Lacey School District is planning a larger community event after the bullying and death of Adriana Kuch in neighboring Central Regional.