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Dipti Khanna for Berkeley Heights BOE President

The following is an email received from Steve Mondragon, Berkeley Heights Resident and Parent, to the County Superintendent Daryl Palmieri in Support of Ms. Khanna for BOE President. Mr. Palmieri’s email address is [email protected]   “The secret of change is to focus all of your energy not on fighting the old, but on building the new.”-SocratesIf there has ever been a...
Berkeley Heights BOEBoard President Endorsement 2024

Correcting Dr. Varley’s Resignation Email

A More Accurate Record of Superintendent Varley’s Four Year Tenure at BHPSNJ Written by an Educator in the District At exactly 10:00am on December 26, 2023 (the day after Christmas), Dr. Melissa Varley resigned as Superintendent of Berkeley Heights Public Schools. Her email covers a list of accomplishments, according to her, during her 4.5 years thus far as Superintendent. Angela...
Berkeley Heights BOEBHPSNJ Staff Retention

Annual Email to Elected Representatives and Administrators of Berkeley Heights NJ-2024

Good Morning, We invite elected officials and administrators to use our platforms to connect with constituents each year. In our current “anniversary year,” we have had contributions in print or video from over 30 residents, elected representatives, educators, and subject matter experts. We’ve touched on issues connected to the school district (budget, transportation, proficiencies, ethics, etc.) and the township (flooding,...
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Dipti Khanna Is The Leader the Berkeley Heights School District Needs

The following is an email received from Jessica Lesperance, Berkeley Heights Resident, to the County Superintendent Daryl Palmieri in Support of Ms. Khanna for BOE President. Mr. Palmieri’s email address is [email protected] Due to the fact that the Berkeley Heights Board of Education was unable to decide on a Board President or Vice President during their last meeting, it is my understanding...
Berkeley Heights BOEBoard President Endorsement 2024

Nothing Occurs in a Vacuum: A Short History Explaining Why The Berkeley Heights BOE Needs So Much Repair

The current Berkeley Heights Board of Education didn’t magically arrive where they are now. There have been a series of events and actions that have led to the situation that exists today, and while one could argue for going back decades, to this author a majority of influences began with the early extension of Dr. Varley’s contract and the reconfiguration...
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Dipti Khanna for President of the Berkeley Heights Board of Education

The following is an email received from Geetha Ghai, Berkeley Heights Resident, to the County Superintendent Daryl Palmieri in Support of Ms. Khanna for BOE President. Mr. Palmieri’s email address is [email protected] Dear Mr. Palmieri, I am a long time resident of Berkeley Heights, NJ and my children went through this school system.  Recently, I have noticed that there is a...
Berkeley Heights BOEBoard President Endorsement 2024

01/18/2024 BOE Meeting Part I- Laura’s Notes

A Board that Finally Deliberates in Public! I echo JP’s public comments in commending Mr. Hyman for his ability to effectively and respectfully preside over the 1/18/24 meeting. He controlled the meeting and followed proper procedures. He stopped members when it was needed and he kept the meeting moving along. The entire meeting was refreshing! It was a long meeting,...
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Recommendation for Berkeley Heights Board of Education President – Dipti Khanna

The following is an email received from Daniel Brown, Berkeley Heights Resident and Parent, to the County Superintendent Daryl Palmieri in Support of Ms. Khanna for BOE President.  Mr. Palmieri’s email address is [email protected] Dear Mr. Palmieri, I am writing to you as a concerned resident of Berkeley Heights and a dedicated advocate for the educational welfare of our community,...
Berkeley Heights BOEBoard President Endorsement 2024