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1. Teachers Union Speaks Out As South Brunswick Tables Transgender Policy Vote (patch.com) — South Brunswick educators and families are watching closely after the Board of Education quietly pulled a proposal to abolish its transgender student policy from Monday's agenda, avoiding public comment or a vote. The local teachers union president urged the board to clarify how staff should support transgender students if Policy 5756 is repealed, stressing student safety, respect, and clear guidance for South Brunswick schools.
2. South Brunswick Board Approves EV Charging Deal; Locations, Number of Chargers Still Undecided (tapinto.net) — South Brunswick's Board of Education has approved a contract to add electric vehicle charging stations on school properties, with the district set to receive 20% of net revenue. Exact charger locations, numbers, and public access details are still being finalized, and administrators have pledged to brief the board before the agreement is officially signed.
3. South Brunswick Board Approves Revised Curriculum, Student Code of Conduct for 2026-27 (tapinto.net) — South Brunswick's Board of Education has approved a revised curriculum, new student codes of conduct for all grade levels, and a five-year curriculum review cycle for the 2026-27 school year. Families can review the updated curriculum online, and officials say they'll also tackle clear guidance on classroom use of artificial intelligence in the coming year.
4. Monmouth Athletics Announces Hire of Rowing Head Coach TJ Scarpa (monmouthhawks.com) — Monmouth University has hired South Brunswick native TJ Scarpa as the new head coach of its women's rowing program, starting with the 2026-27 season. Scarpa, a former Marist rower and experienced collegiate and club coach, says he's eager to build a growth-focused, athlete-centered culture while elevating the Hawks within the Coastal Athletic Association.
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