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Saturday, October 31, 2015
Friday, October 30, 2015
Weekend Events
30-October-2015
Some events happening in and around Bogota for the weekend starting on Friday 30-October.
Today will be Halloween. When it falls on a Weekend, Trick-or Treater start earlier in the day. Younger children will be looking for treats while it is still daylight. The the older Student come around later in the evening. It is asked that all motorist be extra cautious while traveling around the Bogota. Some costumes may not be easily seen at night, and mask reduce the wearer's visibility.
For the Teen Miss & Mr. Bogota: Students from the age of 11 to 14 years old.
For the title of Miss & Mr Bogota: Students from the age of 14 to 18 years old.
The Bogota Pageant is also open to Student from surrounding communities who wish to enter. The Bogota Pageant will expand the workshops for the Candidates to be more interactive. This will try and become more of a learning experience for the Candidates. Some of the topics that will be part of the workshops will be a chance to help the Candidates prepare to become the leaders for their generation, and future leaders for their Community. Other topics will included, Safety and Health issues ranging from Internet use, Bullying, and how to handle peer pressure. To personal grooming & appearance, dietary choices, and life planning goal.
The specific times and dates of the workshops, along with the announcement of of other events and fundraisers will made at the Orientation Meeting scheduled on Sunday 1- November starting at 3:00p.
(it is asked that while attending this event you inform them that you saw it on Bogota Blog NJ)
Some events happening in and around Bogota for the weekend starting on Friday 30-October.
Saturday-31 -October
Bogota
Saturday-31 -October
Bogota
The Bogota Public library will continue the fitness club Saturday session . The schedule starting time is still 10:30a to 11:30a. This will incorporate a number of different techniques from the "Team Beachbody® Fit Clubs". This will be a free event to anyone 18 years or older. All fitness levels are welcomed. Anyone who attends must bring their own Yoga mat, towel, and water bottle. Comfortable exercise clothes are recommended. All parictaptes must register with the Library at: http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/ for more information and to sign the waiver form for the Library Signed waiver form (click here)
(it is asked that while attending this event you inform them that you saw it on Bogota Blog NJ)
Sunday-1-November
Bogota
There will be an additional day to register for the Bogota Pageant 2016 this will be from 12:00 noon to 3:00p. Soon after that there will be an Orientation meeting scheduled from 3:00p to 5:00p. Both will take place at the Bogota Recreation Center located at 162 W. Main St Bogota.
There is a $20 entrance fee. The categories are:
For the Little Miss & Mr. Bogota: Students from the age of 5 to 10 years old.For the Teen Miss & Mr. Bogota: Students from the age of 11 to 14 years old.
For the title of Miss & Mr Bogota: Students from the age of 14 to 18 years old.
The Bogota Pageant is also open to Student from surrounding communities who wish to enter. The Bogota Pageant will expand the workshops for the Candidates to be more interactive. This will try and become more of a learning experience for the Candidates. Some of the topics that will be part of the workshops will be a chance to help the Candidates prepare to become the leaders for their generation, and future leaders for their Community. Other topics will included, Safety and Health issues ranging from Internet use, Bullying, and how to handle peer pressure. To personal grooming & appearance, dietary choices, and life planning goal.
The specific times and dates of the workshops, along with the announcement of of other events and fundraisers will made at the Orientation Meeting scheduled on Sunday 1- November starting at 3:00p.
(it is asked that while attending this event you inform them that you saw it on Bogota Blog NJ)
Monday -2-November
Bogota
The St. Joseph's Church will hold a their "All Souls Day" mass starting at 7:30p. With this being held during their Centennial year this mass will be open to anyone who ever has a loved they wish to remember. Normally this mass is held for those Parishioners who has lost a loved one over the previous year. There will also be an honouring of former Clergy and teachers who have served at St. Joseph's. For more information please visit their website at http://www.baqgo.com/sjc/cs_events/mass-for-feast-of-all-souls/
Monday -2-November
Bogota
Read to Maggie the Beagle returns for her Fall reading program. She will be available to help your child foster their love of reading by letting them be Maggie's Reading Buddy. Come on down, pick out a book, and read to Maggie in the Children's Section. The time will be at 4:00p stating in September, and throughout the School Year. Please call the Library at (201) 488 - 7185 to find out exact times and to register.
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. For more information please about this and other Library events visit their web site at : http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
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Monday -2-November
Bogota
The weekly " Meet the Mayor" event will take place in the office of Mayor Chris Keleman This is open to any Bogota resident who would to ask the Mayor a question about Bogota, or to discuss any matter to help improve the quality of life in the Borough. Anyone who wishes just to have an informal conversation with the Mayor is also welcome to attend. Meetings will be held on a first come basis. This will run from 5:00p to 7:00p in the Mayor's office. His office is on in Bogota Borough Hall located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ.
Bogota Borough Hall is located at 375 Larch Ave. in Bogota, NJ.
(it is asked that while attending this event you inform them that you saw it on Bogota Blog NJ)
Bogota Sports
Friday-30-October
Football - at Cresskill 7:00p
Saturday-31-October
Cross Country -The Men's Squads will compete in the Bergen County Meet of Champions. The Lady Bucs will send Jillian O'Brien to the Meet of Champions. This will be held on Saturday 31- October. This will be run at the Darlington Park race course.
Junior Bucs Football- vs Weehawken starting at 11:00a at Fiegel Field
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Thursday, October 29, 2015
Candidates for the Board of Education Part 2
29- October-2015
This is the second part of Bogota Blog NJ question for the Candidate for Board of Education.
The Candidates at current Board Member Kathy Van Buren, Eileen Lewis, Michael Cabana, Asia Burnett Michael Leong, and JoEllen Granquist.
The answers to the first question will be presented in the order they have been received by Bogota Blog NJ. Then a different Candidate will have their answer displayed first. Today will feature the final two question out of five total.
The election will be held on Tuesday 3-November. Polls in New Jersey will open at 6:00a and be open until 8:00p
Are there ways the District can support youth programs like the Bogota Police Emergency Service Youth Academy, The Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and others groups.
Mr. Leong: Board members, especially if they are members of the PTOs and have children with the system, can set examples by helping with events held by these groups. Board members, teachers, high school volunteers can become leaders, assistants, coaches that will help the children of the community flourish and rise above their potential. This shows students in our community the willingness by parents, educators, fellow students how everyone can work together despite age, race, religion, or political affiliation.
Ms. Burnett: Of course, children are first in the eyes of the board. Collaborating with other organizations such as the PTO/PTA and Youth Academies are a great ways for the board to stay in touch with the needs of the community and keep in place or make changes to policies that are effective and relevant.
Ms. Van Buren: Although the district cannot financially support youth groups and programs, it can, and does, allow such groups to use the facilities, from classrooms to fields.
Ms. Lewis: Absolutely, because we are such a small town, community groups need to work together to pool our resources and support our students. From simple items like distributing flyers to using the school facilities, the district has supported these groups, but I feel that we can do more. Students can be encouraged to take advantage of guest speakers, writing, and art programs at the library, perhaps by extra credit or recognition, to increase participation and provide additional enrichment opportunities. I would like to see a community calendar online so that community groups can be aware of events scheduled by other groups to avoid conflicts. All of these things will strengthen our community, and make Bogota a safer, better, town.
Ms Granquist: Keep our facilities updated and encourage town recreation groups to use them.
Mr. Cabana: Personally board of education members can volunteer time and support all of these programs. The board can only approve the usage of the facilities of the district. Members can not spend tax payer’s dollars on anything other than education.
In addition to financial compensation, what other ways can the school District attract, and keep Administrators and teachers.
Ms. Burnett: Keeping and attracting the best administrators and teachers is extremely important. Just as families want the best technology, varied opportunities and programs, teachers and administrators desire an environment with lots of resources, support and a district that is innovative. We need to provide our students with the best by hiring and keeping the best educators. One way is to develop a strong hiring team that is committed to attracting, recruiting and hiring new educators.
Ms. Van Buren: To attract administrators and teachers, the district needs to improve it’s current standing in test scores and opportunities. The district needs to ensure that all members of the faculty, administration and staff are treated with respect by the Superintendent, that all are given the opportunity to be partners in the district’s goal for improvement, and that a hostile work environment is unacceptable.
Ms. Lewis: A stable administration is an important part of a successful education system. It’s difficult to move forward if the players and the plan keep changing. But we also need to take the time to choose candidates that will work best within our district and to actively foster a collaborative relationship between administration, staff, and the school board. To retain and attract teachers, we need to promote a positive work environment in which they feel empowered and inspired, as opposed to conforming to rigid standards and ‘teaching to the test’. We need to offer opportunities for additional training, professional development, or mentorships and make sure they are respected and supported.
Ms.Granquist: Teachers want to work in great districts. We need to continue to improve test scores to attract the best and the brightest teachers and administrators.
Mr. Cabana: As a school teacher I understand the difficulties districts may have in keeping administration or quality teachers. Besides compensation there are ways to keep staff happy such as having strong leadership. Positive school climate is also a big factor, working in a hostile environment forces good staff members to leave. Good working conditions, happy students and staff make working enjoyable a big factor when not being rewarded financially. Having adequate resources to teach effectively keeps teachers in good spirits. A strong parental and community involvement make staying in a district very appealing as well. What we need to make sure is that the people we are attracting or keeping are the very best that we can. In some cases where an employee is not very effective at there job it is better to have turn over than to keep incompetent employees for the sake of stability. There are many districts that have very high turnover rates and still have consistently out performed our district in terms of test scores and student performance.
Mr. Leong: Our teachers need to feel appreciated. Although the PTOs make an effort to build the relationship between teachers, administrators, and students, good team start from the top leading by example and work it’s way down to team members. Board of Education members and administrators need to demonstrate that they care. They need to listen and take the proper action on the requests of teachers. Board members should attend school functions to show support for students and teachers. They need to make sure positions are filled in a timely manner reducing stressful environments. Leadership positions, such as principals, need to be filled in a timely manner to ensure school growth, proper supervision of the curriculum and students, as well as a vision for the school's direction.
This is the second part of Bogota Blog NJ question for the Candidate for Board of Education.
The Candidates at current Board Member Kathy Van Buren, Eileen Lewis, Michael Cabana, Asia Burnett Michael Leong, and JoEllen Granquist.
The answers to the first question will be presented in the order they have been received by Bogota Blog NJ. Then a different Candidate will have their answer displayed first. Today will feature the final two question out of five total.
The election will be held on Tuesday 3-November. Polls in New Jersey will open at 6:00a and be open until 8:00p
Are there ways the District can support youth programs like the Bogota Police Emergency Service Youth Academy, The Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, and others groups.
Mr. Leong: Board members, especially if they are members of the PTOs and have children with the system, can set examples by helping with events held by these groups. Board members, teachers, high school volunteers can become leaders, assistants, coaches that will help the children of the community flourish and rise above their potential. This shows students in our community the willingness by parents, educators, fellow students how everyone can work together despite age, race, religion, or political affiliation.
Ms. Burnett: Of course, children are first in the eyes of the board. Collaborating with other organizations such as the PTO/PTA and Youth Academies are a great ways for the board to stay in touch with the needs of the community and keep in place or make changes to policies that are effective and relevant.
Ms. Van Buren: Although the district cannot financially support youth groups and programs, it can, and does, allow such groups to use the facilities, from classrooms to fields.
Ms. Lewis: Absolutely, because we are such a small town, community groups need to work together to pool our resources and support our students. From simple items like distributing flyers to using the school facilities, the district has supported these groups, but I feel that we can do more. Students can be encouraged to take advantage of guest speakers, writing, and art programs at the library, perhaps by extra credit or recognition, to increase participation and provide additional enrichment opportunities. I would like to see a community calendar online so that community groups can be aware of events scheduled by other groups to avoid conflicts. All of these things will strengthen our community, and make Bogota a safer, better, town.
Ms Granquist: Keep our facilities updated and encourage town recreation groups to use them.
Mr. Cabana: Personally board of education members can volunteer time and support all of these programs. The board can only approve the usage of the facilities of the district. Members can not spend tax payer’s dollars on anything other than education.
In addition to financial compensation, what other ways can the school District attract, and keep Administrators and teachers.
Ms. Burnett: Keeping and attracting the best administrators and teachers is extremely important. Just as families want the best technology, varied opportunities and programs, teachers and administrators desire an environment with lots of resources, support and a district that is innovative. We need to provide our students with the best by hiring and keeping the best educators. One way is to develop a strong hiring team that is committed to attracting, recruiting and hiring new educators.
Ms. Van Buren: To attract administrators and teachers, the district needs to improve it’s current standing in test scores and opportunities. The district needs to ensure that all members of the faculty, administration and staff are treated with respect by the Superintendent, that all are given the opportunity to be partners in the district’s goal for improvement, and that a hostile work environment is unacceptable.
Ms. Lewis: A stable administration is an important part of a successful education system. It’s difficult to move forward if the players and the plan keep changing. But we also need to take the time to choose candidates that will work best within our district and to actively foster a collaborative relationship between administration, staff, and the school board. To retain and attract teachers, we need to promote a positive work environment in which they feel empowered and inspired, as opposed to conforming to rigid standards and ‘teaching to the test’. We need to offer opportunities for additional training, professional development, or mentorships and make sure they are respected and supported.
Mr. Cabana: As a school teacher I understand the difficulties districts may have in keeping administration or quality teachers. Besides compensation there are ways to keep staff happy such as having strong leadership. Positive school climate is also a big factor, working in a hostile environment forces good staff members to leave. Good working conditions, happy students and staff make working enjoyable a big factor when not being rewarded financially. Having adequate resources to teach effectively keeps teachers in good spirits. A strong parental and community involvement make staying in a district very appealing as well. What we need to make sure is that the people we are attracting or keeping are the very best that we can. In some cases where an employee is not very effective at there job it is better to have turn over than to keep incompetent employees for the sake of stability. There are many districts that have very high turnover rates and still have consistently out performed our district in terms of test scores and student performance.
Mr. Leong: Our teachers need to feel appreciated. Although the PTOs make an effort to build the relationship between teachers, administrators, and students, good team start from the top leading by example and work it’s way down to team members. Board of Education members and administrators need to demonstrate that they care. They need to listen and take the proper action on the requests of teachers. Board members should attend school functions to show support for students and teachers. They need to make sure positions are filled in a timely manner reducing stressful environments. Leadership positions, such as principals, need to be filled in a timely manner to ensure school growth, proper supervision of the curriculum and students, as well as a vision for the school's direction.
Polls are located at the at :
-- For Districts 1& 6 it is the Bogota Recreation Center at 162 W. Main St.
Districts 1&6 is that part of the Borough located West of the Railroad tracks.
-- For Districts 2&3 it is the Gym of Bogota High School at 1 Henry Luthin Pl. please use the door towards the back of the building on the North side of the Building.
Districts 2& 3 is that part of the Borough located East of the Railroad tracks & North of Beechwood Ave
-- For Districts 4&5 it is in the Gym of the Roy Bixby School at Maplewood & Fischer Aves.
Districts 4 &5 is that part of the Borough located East of the Railroad tracks & South of Beechwood Ave.
Ward Dist. Address
1 Bogota Recreation Center - 162 West Main Street
2 Bogota High School Gym - One Henry Luthin Pl. (Left Rear of Bldg)
3 Bogota High School Gym - One Henry Luthin Pl. (Left Rear of Bldg)
4 E. Roy Bixby School Gym. Maplewood & Fischer Aves
5 E. Roy Bixby School Gym. Maplewood & Fischer Aves.
6 Bogota Recreation Center-162 West Main St.
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-- For Districts 1& 6 it is the Bogota Recreation Center at 162 W. Main St.
Districts 1&6 is that part of the Borough located West of the Railroad tracks.
-- For Districts 2&3 it is the Gym of Bogota High School at 1 Henry Luthin Pl. please use the door towards the back of the building on the North side of the Building.
Districts 2& 3 is that part of the Borough located East of the Railroad tracks & North of Beechwood Ave
-- For Districts 4&5 it is in the Gym of the Roy Bixby School at Maplewood & Fischer Aves.
Districts 4 &5 is that part of the Borough located East of the Railroad tracks & South of Beechwood Ave.
Ward Dist. Address
1 Bogota Recreation Center - 162 West Main Street
2 Bogota High School Gym - One Henry Luthin Pl. (Left Rear of Bldg)
3 Bogota High School Gym - One Henry Luthin Pl. (Left Rear of Bldg)
4 E. Roy Bixby School Gym. Maplewood & Fischer Aves
5 E. Roy Bixby School Gym. Maplewood & Fischer Aves.
6 Bogota Recreation Center-162 West Main St.
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Bogota Sports
29-October-2015
On Wednesday the NJSIAA announced the schedule of the State Championship Tournaments.
In the Women's Group 1 Volleyball the Bogota Lady Bucs will have the #1 seed. The play their opening round game on Wednesday 4- November against #32 Technology High School of Newark. This will be play at Home in Speary with a scheduled start time of 7:00p.
The Bogota Men's Soccer Bucs will compete in the North 1 Group 1 Tournament , in their first year as a Varsity sport. They will enter as a #13 seed and will play at #4 Wallington on Tuesday 3 -November. A kick-off has note been announced at press time.
On Wednesday the NJSIAA announced the schedule of the State Championship Tournaments.
In the Women's Group 1 Volleyball the Bogota Lady Bucs will have the #1 seed. The play their opening round game on Wednesday 4- November against #32 Technology High School of Newark. This will be play at Home in Speary with a scheduled start time of 7:00p.
The Bogota Men's Soccer Bucs will compete in the North 1 Group 1 Tournament , in their first year as a Varsity sport. They will enter as a #13 seed and will play at #4 Wallington on Tuesday 3 -November. A kick-off has note been announced at press time.
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Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Candidates for the Board of Education Part 1
28-October-2015
Bogota Blog NJ submitted a series of questions to the Candidates for Trustees to the Bogota Board of Education. There are three seats up for election this year. There are six Candidates running for those seats, the top three candidate that receive the most vote will be appointed to the Board of Education for the year 2016 to a three year term.
The Candidates at current Board Member Kathy Van Buren, Eileen Lewis, Michael Cabana, Asia Burnett Michael Leong, and JoEllen Granquist.
The answers to the first question will be presented in the order they have been received by Bogota Blog NJ. Then a different Candidate will have their answer displayed first. Today will feature the first three question out of five total.
The election will be held on Tuesday 3-November. Polls in New Jersey will open at 6:00a and be open until 8:00p
How much can a Board member suggest, or influence ideas and policies of the Superintendent.
Ms Granquist: Members work together as a board. Individual members should not attempt to influence or suggest. Suggestions should be presented as a whole board.
Mr. Cabana: As a member of the Board our job is to create policies and it is the job of the Superintendent to follow these policies. The Superintendent in mandated to follow these policies set forth by the board. The Superintendent can suggest policies that they would like to follow but it is our job as the board of education to either vote yes or no upon their suggestions.
Ms. Lewis: Developing policies is one of the functions of the school board, so board members have a responsibility to represent the expectations and values of the community. While board members should not micromanage the Superintendent, I believe board members have a considerable effect on the general direction of educational policy. No one person has all the answers, so sharing ideas and suggestions is a critical part of setting policy expectations, as well as the roadmap of how to achieve them.
Mr. Leong: As board members, we need to work hand in hand with the Superintendent voicing the opinions of the community, the teachers, and the students to help develop better systems and policies guiding the children of Bogota to better our community and future.
Ms. Burnett: Board members are elected to be a link between the public and public schools. Therefore it is expected that board members are in touch with the needs of the public and relay those needs to the administration to ensure that the education policies in place are what’s best for our students.
Ms. Van Buren: A single Board member cannot act on their own, but rather with their fellow Board members. In line with that, the Board is responsible for establishing policy and ensuring that those policies are carried out under the Superintendent’s directives. Board member’s suggestions should always we welcome for Board discussion, consideration and subsequently acted upon by the administration.
How can the Board of Education prepare for the possible additional students that may enter the Public schools once the Layette Dewey, and the Peninsula Apartments open.
Mr. Cabana: Preparing for an influx of students is not the job of a board member. It is the responsibility of the superintendent to have day to day functioning of the schools under control. Situations like this should be incorporated in the schools 5 year plan any hiring or expanding of grade levels should be anticipated and I believe would be supported by the board if in the best interest of the students.
Ms. Lewis: I think population growth is something the Board needs to be cognizant of on an ongoing basis. To start, I would consult with our administration and staff to outline the current population to see if there is any room for growth for the schools, as a whole as well as the individual class sizes. With regards to these particular developments, I would review the district map boundaries to see if any changes should be made in order to better balance the number of students between schools.
Mr. Leong: It is important to prepare for population increases as more children are becoming the norm. We need to work with the community and the superintendent to proactively assess classroom sizes, stay on top of rezoning when necessary, and to possibly develop others options such as building a new school if the size increases call for it or regionalization. If we build a new school, we could use the existing buildings (Steen and Bixby) for grades K-4, make the High school a middle school for grades 5-8, and prepare a new building for grades 9 through 12. We need to keep the technology of these older buildings current as well since it will only benefit the children to compete with other communities outside of Bogota. Again we need to be proactive in these assessments otherwise the town and the educators are always behind
.
Ms. Burnett: To prepare for new developments in town board members need to research the type of housing that is being built to prepare for the possibility of new families moving in town. In addition, new developments will require the board to review the current students on register at schools in town. Board members may discover that with the addition of a new development that schools may need to be re-zoned to avoid overcrowding.
Ms. Van Buren: Any change in student enrollment must be addressed by the Superintendent for Board consideration, be it classroom reconfiguration, building reorganization or structural revisions.
Ms Granquist: Possible redistricting of grade levels attending E. Roy Bixby, Steen and High School
Bogota Blog NJ submitted a series of questions to the Candidates for Trustees to the Bogota Board of Education. There are three seats up for election this year. There are six Candidates running for those seats, the top three candidate that receive the most vote will be appointed to the Board of Education for the year 2016 to a three year term.
The Candidates at current Board Member Kathy Van Buren, Eileen Lewis, Michael Cabana, Asia Burnett Michael Leong, and JoEllen Granquist.
The answers to the first question will be presented in the order they have been received by Bogota Blog NJ. Then a different Candidate will have their answer displayed first. Today will feature the first three question out of five total.
The election will be held on Tuesday 3-November. Polls in New Jersey will open at 6:00a and be open until 8:00p
How much can a Board member suggest, or influence ideas and policies of the Superintendent.
Ms Granquist: Members work together as a board. Individual members should not attempt to influence or suggest. Suggestions should be presented as a whole board.
Mr. Cabana: As a member of the Board our job is to create policies and it is the job of the Superintendent to follow these policies. The Superintendent in mandated to follow these policies set forth by the board. The Superintendent can suggest policies that they would like to follow but it is our job as the board of education to either vote yes or no upon their suggestions.
Ms. Lewis: Developing policies is one of the functions of the school board, so board members have a responsibility to represent the expectations and values of the community. While board members should not micromanage the Superintendent, I believe board members have a considerable effect on the general direction of educational policy. No one person has all the answers, so sharing ideas and suggestions is a critical part of setting policy expectations, as well as the roadmap of how to achieve them.
Mr. Leong: As board members, we need to work hand in hand with the Superintendent voicing the opinions of the community, the teachers, and the students to help develop better systems and policies guiding the children of Bogota to better our community and future.
Ms. Burnett: Board members are elected to be a link between the public and public schools. Therefore it is expected that board members are in touch with the needs of the public and relay those needs to the administration to ensure that the education policies in place are what’s best for our students.
Ms. Van Buren: A single Board member cannot act on their own, but rather with their fellow Board members. In line with that, the Board is responsible for establishing policy and ensuring that those policies are carried out under the Superintendent’s directives. Board member’s suggestions should always we welcome for Board discussion, consideration and subsequently acted upon by the administration.
How can the Board of Education prepare for the possible additional students that may enter the Public schools once the Layette Dewey, and the Peninsula Apartments open.
Mr. Cabana: Preparing for an influx of students is not the job of a board member. It is the responsibility of the superintendent to have day to day functioning of the schools under control. Situations like this should be incorporated in the schools 5 year plan any hiring or expanding of grade levels should be anticipated and I believe would be supported by the board if in the best interest of the students.
Ms. Lewis: I think population growth is something the Board needs to be cognizant of on an ongoing basis. To start, I would consult with our administration and staff to outline the current population to see if there is any room for growth for the schools, as a whole as well as the individual class sizes. With regards to these particular developments, I would review the district map boundaries to see if any changes should be made in order to better balance the number of students between schools.
Mr. Leong: It is important to prepare for population increases as more children are becoming the norm. We need to work with the community and the superintendent to proactively assess classroom sizes, stay on top of rezoning when necessary, and to possibly develop others options such as building a new school if the size increases call for it or regionalization. If we build a new school, we could use the existing buildings (Steen and Bixby) for grades K-4, make the High school a middle school for grades 5-8, and prepare a new building for grades 9 through 12. We need to keep the technology of these older buildings current as well since it will only benefit the children to compete with other communities outside of Bogota. Again we need to be proactive in these assessments otherwise the town and the educators are always behind
.
Ms. Burnett: To prepare for new developments in town board members need to research the type of housing that is being built to prepare for the possibility of new families moving in town. In addition, new developments will require the board to review the current students on register at schools in town. Board members may discover that with the addition of a new development that schools may need to be re-zoned to avoid overcrowding.
Ms. Van Buren: Any change in student enrollment must be addressed by the Superintendent for Board consideration, be it classroom reconfiguration, building reorganization or structural revisions.
Ms Granquist: Possible redistricting of grade levels attending E. Roy Bixby, Steen and High School
What can the School District to to attract, and maintain Students, and their Parents choose to attend the Bogota Public Schools.
Ms. Lewis: Improve our academic programs and make sure they address the needs of all of our students, from our honor students to those with special needs. Instill a sense of pride in our students and maintain high standards. If our schools are not competitive and are not offering the best opportunities for our children, then parents will continue to choose to send their kids outside the district. I believe the strategic planning meetings are crucial because they allow the community to have a voice and set goals for the schools. If you don’t know where you are going, it is impossible to get there. I also think it is critical to communicate new programs and successes that do go on in our schools, and not just to students and parents, but also to the community as a whole.
Mr. Leong: Everything in the town of Bogota over the last eight years or so, seems to be half put together. People of the town want more but no one is willing to stand up and take action for more. We need to continue to get parents invested in their children’s future by encouraging the PTOs of the town to hold events that are family oriented, such as Fall Festival, Spring and Fall Clean Up Days, Holiday Bazaars. We need to bring energy and new life back to the town, the schools, and hold parents accountable for being part of the plan. We need to increase basic skills (shop, nutrition, budgeting, Home Ec etc), as well as technology, which will help our children become self sufficient members of any community no matter what their future holds. As a parent of a child with an IEP
(Individualized Education Program), I will work hard ensuring the proper steps are taken to provide and enhance their rights and services owed to them within the Bogota School System rather than sending them outside of our schools.
Ms. Burnett: Parents are attracted to districts that provide their children with what they believe are the best opportunities. Small class sizes, innovative curriculum, up to date technology, providing students at each grade level with opportunities to excel: e.g., G&T ( Gifted and Talented) for early grades and a variety of AP courses at the HS level), and a strong STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematic) program.
Ms. Van Buren: In order to attract and maintain students, the district can explore curriculum and facility upgrades, but an emphasis should be made to improve test scores which is the direct responsibility of the Superintendent.
Ms Granquist: Stay on track with the constant technology updates. Also, offer students the most challenging curriculum available including, but not limited to, as many AP classes at our high school as possible.
Mr. Cabana: The schools district needs to become technologically advanced, science labs need to be updated, and programs can be created to help attract and support students. With the 1.2 million dollars in surplus that the district had in last years budget, meeting some of these needs should be easily reached.
Polls are located at the at :
-- For Districts 1& 6 it is the Bogota Recreation Center at 162 W. Main St.
Districts 1&6 is that part of the Borough located West of the Railroad tracks.
-- For Districts 2&3 it is the Gym of Bogota High School at 1 Henry Luthin Pl. please use the door towards the back of the building on the North side of the Building.
Districts 2& 3 is that part of the Borough located East of the Railroad tracks & North of Beechwood Ave
-- For Districts 4&5 it is in the Gym of the Roy Bixby School at Maplewood & Fischer Aves.
Districts 4 &5 is that part of the Borough located East of the Railroad tracks & South of Beechwood Ave.
Ward Dist. Address
1 Bogota Recreation Center - 162 West Main Street
2 Bogota High School Gym - One Henry Luthin Pl. (Left Rear of Bldg)
3 Bogota High School Gym - One Henry Luthin Pl. (Left Rear of Bldg)
4 E. Roy Bixby School Gym. Maplewood & Fischer Aves
5 E. Roy Bixby School Gym. Maplewood & Fischer Aves.
6 Bogota Recreation Center-162 West Main St.
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Ms. Lewis: Improve our academic programs and make sure they address the needs of all of our students, from our honor students to those with special needs. Instill a sense of pride in our students and maintain high standards. If our schools are not competitive and are not offering the best opportunities for our children, then parents will continue to choose to send their kids outside the district. I believe the strategic planning meetings are crucial because they allow the community to have a voice and set goals for the schools. If you don’t know where you are going, it is impossible to get there. I also think it is critical to communicate new programs and successes that do go on in our schools, and not just to students and parents, but also to the community as a whole.
Mr. Leong: Everything in the town of Bogota over the last eight years or so, seems to be half put together. People of the town want more but no one is willing to stand up and take action for more. We need to continue to get parents invested in their children’s future by encouraging the PTOs of the town to hold events that are family oriented, such as Fall Festival, Spring and Fall Clean Up Days, Holiday Bazaars. We need to bring energy and new life back to the town, the schools, and hold parents accountable for being part of the plan. We need to increase basic skills (shop, nutrition, budgeting, Home Ec etc), as well as technology, which will help our children become self sufficient members of any community no matter what their future holds. As a parent of a child with an IEP
(Individualized Education Program), I will work hard ensuring the proper steps are taken to provide and enhance their rights and services owed to them within the Bogota School System rather than sending them outside of our schools.
Ms. Burnett: Parents are attracted to districts that provide their children with what they believe are the best opportunities. Small class sizes, innovative curriculum, up to date technology, providing students at each grade level with opportunities to excel: e.g., G&T ( Gifted and Talented) for early grades and a variety of AP courses at the HS level), and a strong STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematic) program.
Ms. Van Buren: In order to attract and maintain students, the district can explore curriculum and facility upgrades, but an emphasis should be made to improve test scores which is the direct responsibility of the Superintendent.
Ms Granquist: Stay on track with the constant technology updates. Also, offer students the most challenging curriculum available including, but not limited to, as many AP classes at our high school as possible.
Mr. Cabana: The schools district needs to become technologically advanced, science labs need to be updated, and programs can be created to help attract and support students. With the 1.2 million dollars in surplus that the district had in last years budget, meeting some of these needs should be easily reached.
Polls are located at the at :
-- For Districts 1& 6 it is the Bogota Recreation Center at 162 W. Main St.
Districts 1&6 is that part of the Borough located West of the Railroad tracks.
-- For Districts 2&3 it is the Gym of Bogota High School at 1 Henry Luthin Pl. please use the door towards the back of the building on the North side of the Building.
Districts 2& 3 is that part of the Borough located East of the Railroad tracks & North of Beechwood Ave
-- For Districts 4&5 it is in the Gym of the Roy Bixby School at Maplewood & Fischer Aves.
Districts 4 &5 is that part of the Borough located East of the Railroad tracks & South of Beechwood Ave.
Ward Dist. Address
1 Bogota Recreation Center - 162 West Main Street
2 Bogota High School Gym - One Henry Luthin Pl. (Left Rear of Bldg)
3 Bogota High School Gym - One Henry Luthin Pl. (Left Rear of Bldg)
4 E. Roy Bixby School Gym. Maplewood & Fischer Aves
5 E. Roy Bixby School Gym. Maplewood & Fischer Aves.
6 Bogota Recreation Center-162 West Main St.
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Bogota Sports
28-October-2015
On Monday 26- October the Bogota Men’s Soccer Bucs played their final game of the season. They came away with a 4-1 victory over Saddle River Day School. Tied at 1-1 after the first half, Bogota then scored three unanswered goals after the restart. Nicholas Calabia, Conor McDonnell, Argenis Soriano, and Anthony Verdugo each had a Goal for the Bucs. The finish their season with a record of 8-8 as an Independent team. Next season they will begin play as a group 1 school in the Patriot League.
On Tuesday 27-October the #9 Bogota Lady Bucs Volley team lost their Quarterfinal match to #1 Northern Valley / Old Tappen 1-2 (18-25 : 25-23: 11-25). This was a third round match of the Bergen County Championship, and played at Old Tappan High School. Samantha Gioiosa lead Bogota with 2 Aces, 6 Service Points, and 14 Kills. Anna Granquist also had 2 Aces & 6 Service Points as did Kaliana Vasquez with 2 Aces & 6 Service Points. Amanda Manzo lead with 18 Assist.
The play their next league game on Thursday 29 October at Speary Gym when the host Saddle River Day School. This match is schedule to start at 4:00p
On Monday 26- October the Bogota Men’s Soccer Bucs played their final game of the season. They came away with a 4-1 victory over Saddle River Day School. Tied at 1-1 after the first half, Bogota then scored three unanswered goals after the restart. Nicholas Calabia, Conor McDonnell, Argenis Soriano, and Anthony Verdugo each had a Goal for the Bucs. The finish their season with a record of 8-8 as an Independent team. Next season they will begin play as a group 1 school in the Patriot League.
On Tuesday 27-October the #9 Bogota Lady Bucs Volley team lost their Quarterfinal match to #1 Northern Valley / Old Tappen 1-2 (18-25 : 25-23: 11-25). This was a third round match of the Bergen County Championship, and played at Old Tappan High School. Samantha Gioiosa lead Bogota with 2 Aces, 6 Service Points, and 14 Kills. Anna Granquist also had 2 Aces & 6 Service Points as did Kaliana Vasquez with 2 Aces & 6 Service Points. Amanda Manzo lead with 18 Assist.
The play their next league game on Thursday 29 October at Speary Gym when the host Saddle River Day School. This match is schedule to start at 4:00p
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Hose #2 Breakfast
27-October-2015
On Sunday-25- October the Bogtoa Volunteer Fire Department Hose Co. #2 held their annual Pancake breakfast. Process from this event are use fro the General operating fund for the Central Ave. Fire House.
On Sunday-25- October the Bogtoa Volunteer Fire Department Hose Co. #2 held their annual Pancake breakfast. Process from this event are use fro the General operating fund for the Central Ave. Fire House.
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Haunted Library
27-October-2015
On Saturday 24-Oct the Bogota Public Library had their annual " Haunted Library" in the second floor Seniors Center. There was a short animated Halloween themed film, then there was time for crafts and games. Finally the terror Tunnel was open to give anyone who brave enough to receive a good scare.
On Saturday 24-Oct the Bogota Public Library had their annual " Haunted Library" in the second floor Seniors Center. There was a short animated Halloween themed film, then there was time for crafts and games. Finally the terror Tunnel was open to give anyone who brave enough to receive a good scare.
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Monday, October 26, 2015
This Weeks Events
26-October-2015
Some events happening in and around Bogota for the week starting on Monday 26-October.
Some events happening in and around Bogota for the week starting on Monday 26-October.
Monday -26 -October
Bogota
Read to Maggie the Beagle returns for her Fall reading program. She will be available to help your child foster their love of reading by letting them be Maggie's Reading Buddy. Come on down, pick out a book, and read to Maggie in the Children's Section. The time will be at 4:00p stating in September, and throughout the School Year. Please call the Library at (201) 488 - 7185 to find out exact times and to register.
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ. For more information please about this and other Library events visit their web site at : http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
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Monday -26 -October
Bogota
The weekly " Meet the Mayor" event will take place in the office of Mayor Chris Keleman This is open to any Bogota resident who would to ask the Mayor a question about Bogota, or to discuss any matter to help improve the quality of life in the Borough. Anyone who wishes just to have an informal conversation with the Mayor is also welcome to attend. Meetings will be held on a first come basis. This will run from 5:00p to 7:00p in the Mayor's office. His office is on in Bogota Borough Hall located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ.
Bogota Borough Hall is located at 375 Larch Ave. in Bogota, NJ.
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Tuesday-27 -October
Bogota
The Bogota Police Department will be hosting a " Coffee with Cops" evening on Tuesday 27-October starting at 7:30p. This will be held at the Bogota recreation centre located at 162 W.Main St. in Bogota. This will be an information chance to meet and talk to members of the Bogota Police Dept on any topic. There will be no admission and is open to All members of the Public .
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Tuesday-27 -October
Bogota
The Makers Lab for Student in Grades 1-4 and 5-8 will be held starting at 4:00p to 5:00p
This is a free event, but anyone attending is asked to register with the library in advance. To register for this event, or for more information please about this and other Library events visit their web site at : http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ.
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Tuesday-27 -October
Bogota
The next meeting of "Donna's Lit Lounge Book Club" will take place starting at 7:00p
This is a free event, but anyone attending is asked to register with the library in advance. To register for this event, or for more information please about this and other Library events visit their web site at : http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ.
Thursday-29-October
Bogota
The Bogota Public Library will present the movie "Jurassic World" This will be held in the second floor Seniors Center. The "Friends of the Library" will be selling snack for $1.00 with the process going to the General Library Fund. This is a free event, but anyone attending is asked to register with the library in advance. To register for this event, or for more information please about this and other Library events visit their web site at : http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/
The Bogota Public library is located at 375 Larch Ave. Bogota, NJ.
Saturday-31 -October
Bogota
The Bogota Public library have extended their fitness club Saturday session into September. The schedule starting time is still 10:30a to 11:30a. This will incorporate a number of different techniques from the "Team Beachbody® Fit Clubs". This will be a free event to anyone 18 years or older. All fitness levels are welcomed. Anyone who attends must bring their own Yoga mat, towel, and water bottle. Comfortable exercise clothes are recommended. All parictaptes must register with the Library at: http://www.bogotapubliclibrary.org/ for more information and to sign the waiver form for the Library Signed waiver form (click here)
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Bogota Sports
Monday-26-October
Men's Soccer - vs Saddle River Day School 4:00p
Junior Varsity Football - vs St. Mary's @ Feigel Field4:00p
Tuesday-27-October
Volleyball - #9 Bogota will play #1 Northern Valley/ Old tappan in the Quarterfinals of the Bergen Country Championships. Scheduled start time is 6:30p and will be held at Old Tappan High School.
Middle School Soccer - at Leonia 4:00p
Thursday-29-October
Volleyball - vs Saddle River Day School @ Speary Gym 4:00p The JV match will follow
the Varsity match.
Friday-30-October
Football - at Cresskill 7:00p
Saturday-31--October
Junior Bucs Football- vs Weehawken starting at 11:00a at Fiegel Field
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