The JACKSON Times Vol. 19 - No. 43
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By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – The township’s Chamber of Commerce is keeping busy with several projects that are open to the public. One recent event showcased women’s history. Anthony Canderozzi,
the chamber’s president, shared details w it h T he Jack son Times on the Chamber’s women’s initiative and a recent event they held. “About a year ago I asked Board
(Women - See Page 4)
─Photos By Bob Vosseller A woman plays the piano as part of the entertainment of a recent Jackson Chamber of Commerce event that spotlighted Women’s History month. (Inset): Mathis House Proprietor Vicki Weiss enjoys a ride in a very small vehicle.
Education Day, Cheer Team Recognized
─Photo By Bob Vosseller The Lions received a proclamation for their successful season which featured a number of tournament wins.
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – T he Mayor and Council recognized education and the Jackson Liberty High School Lions Cheer Squad during a recent Council session. Each member of the team received a cer-
tif icate from Mayor Michael Reina. “I want to ack nowledge the Jackson Liberty High School competition this year 2023 accomplishments. Eight-time local champions, four local grand champions, next (Cheer - See Page 5)
April 15, 2023
Council Demands State Fund Schools Properly
By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – Mayor Michael Reina and members of the Township Council weren’t shy in expressing their displeasure at state aid cuts to the Jackson School District. When the governor released his 2023 budget recently, several school districts, including Jackson and Toms River in Ocean County, saw some deeper cuts than expected. Jackson ad ministrators and Board of
Education members were already bracing for the expected $2.5 million cut; instead were slammed with a $6.2 million cut. During a recent Township Council meeting, Mayor Rei n a s a id , “Cou ncil P resident (Martin) Flemming and I met with the Board of Education last week to discuss the shortfalls of Trenton. There is money being given to other school districts that are plus millions (Fund - See Page 6)
School Counselor Honored By State Association
─Photo courtesy Jackson Schools McAuliffe Middle School Secretary Robin Linke has been awarded the Ocean County Educational Support Professional (ESP) from the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA). She is among the winners that will be featured in the April edition of the NJEA magazine. By Bob Vosseller JACKSON – School Superintendent Nicole Pormilli often notes at School Board meetings that the staff of the school district are
talented, innovative and dedicated. Administrators shared that two of their members are also award winners. McAuliffe Middle (Honored - See Page 8)
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