tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post8479092842506713785..comments2023-12-21T15:01:42.037-05:00Comments on Aberdeener: Let’s Talk About CliffwoodUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger73125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-65200291623027191652009-07-29T09:54:05.435-04:002009-07-29T09:54:05.435-04:00Yet... another instance when Warren has no clue wh...Yet... another instance when Warren has no clue what he's talking about.Warren Sucks Againnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-44888994532889749782009-07-01T19:51:20.258-04:002009-07-01T19:51:20.258-04:00Is everyone so dumb that they are unable to realiz...Is everyone so dumb that they are unable to realize the true meaning behind the Bera/Farrell move? Ms. Bera was doing a great job and will now do the same for another school. The Superintendent gives his friend a fail-safe job. All Farrell has to do is follow Bera's example. Who ends up the winner? O'Malley!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-64692537387185355162009-06-24T10:21:58.036-04:002009-06-24T10:21:58.036-04:00The staff array was publicly posted with the agend...The staff array was publicly posted with the agenda last week. It was completed some time before then.Aberdeenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14593197510549429078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-26238179886466128962009-06-24T10:14:24.273-04:002009-06-24T10:14:24.273-04:00Anon...Mr. Lyoyd WAS moved to the HS. He was told ...Anon...Mr. Lyoyd WAS moved to the HS. He was told by the administration that he was being moved.<br />He then got sick and was put in the hospital. He suffered heart problems and they think a minor stroke. He had surgery about 2 weeks ago.<br />THIS week he was changed back to the HS. AFTER he decided to retire.<br />Imagine that! Shocked huh?<br /><br />To the moron who thinks they know what they are talking about regarding the moves at the school, you are so obviously clueless that wasting my time trying to get you to comprehend somehting would be an extreme waste of time. It is very clear that you have no idea about the educational system.<br /><br />I don't have to be a teacher to figure that one out.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-27977100244728548972009-06-24T09:18:23.877-04:002009-06-24T09:18:23.877-04:00The staffing array (page 46) lists Mr. Lloyd as te...The staffing array (<a href="http://www.marsd.org/15531091715358750/lib/15531091715358750/_files/Agenda_06_25_09_RAM.pdf" rel="nofollow">page 46</a>) lists Mr. Lloyd as teaching 12th grade English.Aberdeenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14593197510549429078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-620409647109092622009-06-24T09:06:50.740-04:002009-06-24T09:06:50.740-04:00My child at the high school was told (during class...My child at the high school was told (during class by a teacher) that Mr. Lloyd had been "let go" by the high school and would be teaching next year at the middle school.<br /><br />I know teacher moves are handed out by the district, not the individual schools, but is there any truth to Mr. Lloyd going to MAMS next year?<br /><br />Also, someone might want to bring up with the teachers that they really shouldn't be airing their grievances with the district to the kids in their classes like that - at the very least, not the ones that have nothing to do with them. Giving the kids the wrong info about a situation just isn't cool.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18055651508478522814noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-9767261756127007462009-06-24T08:29:20.901-04:002009-06-24T08:29:20.901-04:00Lunatics! Aberdeener said that changes could be ma...Lunatics! Aberdeener said that changes could be make before Thursday, he did not comment on whether or not any changes HAD been made! Who are you and HOW would you know that "it's true most have been changed back..except one who is heavily involved in the union"??? GROW UP PEOPLE!!! If you are teachers or ex-BOE members-- you know that this type of shift happens EVERY YEAR!!! YOU WERE HIRED AS EMPLOYEES OF THE MARSD NOT A SPECIFIC BUILDING! I am sorry that you view Dr. O'Malley as a villian because he is trying to make program improvements across the District, how sad that your desires and comfort are more important than best outcomes for CHILDREN!! We have been living in the past educationaly for way too long. If you don't like it here go work somewhere else...if you can find a job in this economy. Which leeds me to my other comment, the raises are too much. A 4-5% would be far easier to swallow right now when many are out of work in town.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-53885421485673313542009-06-23T22:08:40.741-04:002009-06-23T22:08:40.741-04:00NJ ELEC
Aberdeen GOP $622 in DEBT that right the...NJ ELEC <br />Aberdeen GOP $622 in DEBT that right they have no monet<br /><br />Aberdeen Dems over $20,000. in thier fundSAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-10311059703886814362009-06-23T20:35:24.162-04:002009-06-23T20:35:24.162-04:00So they listen to this, that teachers shouldn'...So they listen to this, that teachers shouldn't be switched. Will they listen to our pleas of no increases of the magnitude that are suggested?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-73239320445732777592009-06-23T18:10:35.483-04:002009-06-23T18:10:35.483-04:00Why would they be switched back? The almighty Dr. ...Why would they be switched back? The almighty Dr. O'Malley and Mr.Warren said that these changes would be for the better. What is more important, his raise or what he believes to be the right thing for the district. I guess it is his raise.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-65813296722378816972009-06-23T17:58:37.143-04:002009-06-23T17:58:37.143-04:00Yes, it is true that most of the teachers have bee...Yes, it is true that most of the teachers have been switched back.<br /><br />Actually i think they all have except the 1 teacher who is heavily involved with the union. <br /><br />Can you say grievance?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-78784543948131864452009-06-23T16:29:46.191-04:002009-06-23T16:29:46.191-04:00The staffing array has not yet been approved so th...The staffing array has not yet been approved so there could still be some changes prior to Thursday's meeting.<br /><br />Also, there was a prior post asking about Mr. Lloyd. He has been discharged and I believe he is recovering at home. We wish him all the best.Aberdeenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14593197510549429078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-21569391820067336572009-06-23T15:56:57.018-04:002009-06-23T15:56:57.018-04:00Is it true that some of the teacher moves have now...Is it true that some of the teacher moves have now been changed? I hear that some teachers are now not being moved, can anyone answer why?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-56512842611434517442009-06-23T13:12:12.483-04:002009-06-23T13:12:12.483-04:00Who ARE you talking to, previous Anon? I did not ...Who ARE you talking to, previous Anon? I did not say ANYTHING about slandering and undermining the previous board and administration! I said that if the Aberdeener really did want to be on the board to support the superintendent in moving us out of the dark ages, he should pull back on the type of inflamatory things he has been posting. Geez! Sensitive much?? BTW- the previous board and administration deserved EVERTHING they got and MOST of what was said was FACT!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-86758196685947779692009-06-23T09:49:36.304-04:002009-06-23T09:49:36.304-04:00It was okay though for you to slander and undermin...It was okay though for you to slander and undermine the previous administration and school board when it served your political needs, how hypocritical.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-36987333584735548912009-06-23T09:32:58.298-04:002009-06-23T09:32:58.298-04:00Aberdeener,
I can appreciate free speech and peti...Aberdeener,<br /><br />I can appreciate free speech and petitioning the "government" as a citizen, however, there is a difference between what you are doing as a sitting BOE member now and what you did before. I just think you need to reign it in now. There seems to me to be too much info given that walks the fine line of executive session info. If in fact your desire to be a BOE member arose from a desire to help and support our new Superintendent to move this district out of the corrupt dark ages...continuing to post inflamitory things is counter to that. This town does not need any help perpetuating this assnine behavior, they do fine on their own. Why not post the good things happening in the district most of the time? I am not saying you should stop "watchdogging" but do it within the lines of your BOE position.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-29940377135999569922009-06-23T07:04:44.994-04:002009-06-23T07:04:44.994-04:00I appreciate people's concerns regarding this ...I appreciate people's concerns regarding this blog. Some anonymous users with hidden agendas are using the blog to both slander and undermine the administration and the school board. <br /><br />So, I have the following options - <br />1) Don't write about the district<br />2) Censor comments<br />3) Restrict who can post<br /><br />People have a first amendment right to "to petition the government for a redress of grievances". That doesn't mean I have to make it easy for them but, on balance, I prefer to have more community involvement, not less.Aberdeenerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14593197510549429078noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-65540341035106412492009-06-23T06:42:57.944-04:002009-06-23T06:42:57.944-04:00A teacher has to be certified to teach at the HS l...A teacher has to be certified to teach at the HS level - usually w/ in a single subject, that's why we have teachers of Algebra & teachers of geometry & such - they don't just cross teach "Math" - they have to have the credentials to teach the subject. The Middle School works the same way - Social Studies Teachers do not teach Reading. There are actually rules about this that even the MARSD cannot ignore. <br /><br />Kindergarten teachers are not qualified to teach HS. Your scenario is not something that would actually happen, by law.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-57582031878062860912009-06-23T06:40:35.885-04:002009-06-23T06:40:35.885-04:00"This is such a non issue."
Really woul..."This is such a non issue."<br /><br />Really would you want your dentist removing your corns?<br /><br />Because you know they are both Dr.s.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-16732259539079906632009-06-22T20:26:19.037-04:002009-06-22T20:26:19.037-04:00It is a non issue for you obviously because you ar...It is a non issue for you obviously because you are clueless in regards what it takes.<br /><br />Teaching in elementary, Jr. and Sr. HS are VERY different. Teaching in HS for 25 years and being moved to a lower level isn't helpful to anyone regardless of what their degree is. Why would you want a person who has taught kindergarden for 25 years to teach HS kids? What is that going to bring to the students?<br /><br />Maybe you need to spend some more time with teens to understand how these moves effect the kids!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-83911736149807762712009-06-22T16:12:23.737-04:002009-06-22T16:12:23.737-04:00Why is it considered a "punishment" if a...Why is it considered a "punishment" if a teacher is moved from one job location to another? Within their education degree level & highly qualified certifications? No pay raises will be withheld, no increments will be withheld, there may even be some opportunities to apply for a coaching/ club positions to get a stipend. They will simply have to drive to a different school. & they may have to learn a curriculum; I have no idea how difficult that may be, but there will be other experienced staff members available to help the "newbie".<br /><br />In corporate America, successful employees are moved to where they can improve business. We should be in the business of strengthening all our teachers, schools and children.<br /><br />This is such a non issue.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-88386711254675210132009-06-22T14:02:56.947-04:002009-06-22T14:02:56.947-04:00Sick and Tired,
I have to completely agree with y...Sick and Tired,<br /><br />I have to completely agree with you on all points. As much as I have been a fan of this blog, I too feel that it is vital to change, to cut off the venue that allows BARZA and their groupies to keep spouting trash and lies. It would be much better for the healing of the deep wounds inflicted by past administrations and board members, to simply keep postings to issues not related to the board. I completely and totally agree that Gambino has been acting like a total ass (to put it politely)but not just lately try since day one. I for one think he should stop trying to run a re-election campaign and pay attention to what is with in the scope of his abilities as a board member. It is very disturbing to see such behavior from someone who always preached about the need for change. Does he not see that he has become exactly what he said BARZA was? I believe it is important to ask the Superintendent hard questions when there are issues such as this but Gambino has gone FAR beyond any "board" issue and seems to be completely off his rocker now. Who will ever take him seriously again based on this behavior? What could he possibly give as a good reason for the board and community to call for firing a great Superintendent? Many of those who do not care for Dr. O'Malley are old guard who would not like anyone that expects a 100% from them. I have heard a couple parents complain but about things like needing to answer e-mails or everyday math. They never said they want him gone though. If you are reading this Mr. Warren or Mr. Gambino (sorry just hate the Dr. part-- seems undeserved) Please put aside your personal agendas and get back to what you were elected to do. Last time I checked that wasn't to undermine a Superintendent for no real reason, stir up rumor and continue to perpetuate all that has turned the community off to the board in the first place. You could both take a lesson from Gerry Donaghue. GROW UP AND GET TO WORK time is wasting.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-33234395864484340782009-06-22T13:51:22.971-04:002009-06-22T13:51:22.971-04:00Move the people who are doing a great job. What a ...Move the people who are doing a great job. What a great concept. Punsih them for doing well.<br /><br />Great incentive for people who like it where they are. <br />Do a poor job and you'll stay put!!!<br /><br />Way to go Matawan!NewInTownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-27705580639990457162009-06-22T11:38:51.923-04:002009-06-22T11:38:51.923-04:00An Open Plea to Joey--
PLEASE STOP publishing art...An Open Plea to Joey--<br /><br />PLEASE STOP publishing articles about BOE issues!!!! I know you mean well but what you are doing is continuing to allow the people in this town who don't care about kids to cause damage!! You are allowing the same destructive forces to influence the rate of change. PLEASE just STOP!! Do your best as a BOE member and report on non-BOE issues!<br /><br />AS FOR Gambino--<br /><br />YOU ARE A HYPOCRYT!! You have single handedly proven what so many have said was true--- BOE "POWER" causes good people to go bad!!! You worshiped Dr. O'Malley until just a few short weeks ago..NOW YOU ARE TELLING PEOPLE YOU WANT HIM FIRED???? WHO DO YOU THINK YOU ARE??? WHAT IS IT? HE WON'T LET YOU RUN THE SCHOOLS NOW THAT YOU ARE VP????? DISAGREE WITH A DECISION IF YOU FEEL IT IS NOT RIGHT BUT CONFINE YOURSELF TO THAT!!!! YOU ARE ACTING AS IF YOU KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT WHAT CLIFFWOOD NHEEDS, YOU KNOW NOTHING!!!!!! WE ARE THRILLED TO HAVE CHANGE AND SUPPORT THE SUPERINTENDENT!!!! MIND YOUR OWN BUSINESS AND GET OFF YOUR HIGH HORSE BEFORE THE FALL DOES YOU IN!!!SICK AND MADnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7099245919524883845.post-20306242195220021722009-06-22T10:08:05.446-04:002009-06-22T10:08:05.446-04:00Hold on a minute isn't that their jobs? If the...Hold on a minute isn't that their jobs? If they are just doing their jobs right why should they be rewarded? How about waiting until their contracts are up and then review what they have done? Isn't that how most jobs work? I really don't know of many jobs that you get a pay raise everytime you do your job correctly.Yes they saved x amount of dollars but lets face it 90% of the families and being stretched to the limit. How much more are we suppose to take? We are getting hit at every level.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com