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Toms River School Calendar Changes Spark Robust Debate

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TOMS RIVER, NJ (GovWire) - At the recent Toms River Regional Schools Board of Education meeting, a discussion about school calendar changes sparked a robust debate among board members and parents. The changes in question involved the opening of school for Columbus Day and the decision to change Election Day from in-person to virtual.


One parent, Crystal Whitaker, expressed her concern for vocational students who were forced to sit in study halls for four periods on Columbus Day. She stated, "Those students were forced to sit in study halls for four periods. Four periods of study. Not education. Study hall." Whitaker also questioned how the students were supposed to get to school on the virtual Election Day, as many parents work and are unable to drive their children to school.


Board member Speaker 7 responded by explaining that the calendar was done in conjunction with Ocean County vocational schools and that transportation was provided from the school to votech during the remote learning. However, Whitaker countered by stating that she received no communication about the change and that many other students did not have transportation to school.


The debate continued with Speaker 13 questioning the district's policy for contacting parents back and expressing frustration about not receiving responses to her emails. Speaker 7 apologized and promised to follow up on the issue.


Despite the disagreements, the board members and parents were able to come together and express their gratitude for the district's efforts to ensure the safety and education of their students. Speaker 13 thanked Speaker 7 for his service and dedication to the children of the district, stating, "You are constantly one person that I can always go to and can ensure that the problem's going to be taken care of."


The discussion about school calendar changes highlighted the challenges and complexities of managing a school district, but also demonstrated the commitment and passion of the board members, parents, and community to provide the best education for their children.


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