March 11, 2025, wasn’t just another Board of Education meeting in Hardyston - it was a masterclass in accountability, thanks to Nick Demsak. With clarity (and a little fire), Demsak pulled back th...
Tonight’s Board of Education meeting isn’t just another date on the calendar. It’s a critical moment for Hardyston - and two controversial policies are at the center of it all. Here’s what’s on th...
Welcome to Hardyston’s latest episode of “what could possibly go wrong,” where Policy 0174 and unchecked legal spending take center stage. Last month, Board President Donna Carey misled her fellow...
There’s a lot on the agenda for Tuesday’s Board of Education meeting-but Policy 5756 is the one that’s sparking real debate. This policy, which provides guidance around transgender students, has b...
Last month, we raised an uncomfortable question: Why were Board President Donna Carey and Vice President Jean Barrett glued to their phones during a student recognition ceremony? If you missed th...
The February 11th Board of Education meeting was anything but boring. If you’ve ever wondered how wide the gap is between what leaders say and what they do - Board President Donna Carey gave us a ...
When it comes to leadership on the Hardyston Board of Education, the community expects a few basic things: responsibility, transparency, and a focus on student success. Unfortunately, during Donna...
On January 21, 2025, the Hardyston Board of Education held its first budget workshop of the year. The district later released a summary of key takeaways - you can see the highlight reel below: ...
As the Hardyston Board of Education dives into budget season, some proposals on the table are raising serious eyebrows - and even bigger questions. From busing changes to schedule shifts to budget...
Let’s start by congratulating the newly sworn-in “Kids First” candidates. Tonight, Donna Carey was elected President of the Board, and Jean Barrett was elected Vice President. Here’s hoping their...