Schools
Oaklyn School Leaders Talk Operations Referendum at Community Town Hall
The district, which could put a public question on the ballot in the spring, is facing a $927,000 deficit — roughly 8 percent of its $11-million budget — with little opportunity to make it up other than a bond vote. Officials say a successful referendum would stave off devastating cuts while creating a necessary cushion as the district continues to negotiate a new contract for its teachers. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
November 12, 2026
Schools
Awaiting Provisional Votes, Collingswood Schools Cling to Hope on $4.56M Operations Question
As many as 727 outstanding votes could determine the outcome of a nearly $5-million tax question that borough residents rejected by just 217 votes on Election Day. The final tally won’t be known until November 19. Meanwhile, the neighboring Oaklyn Public School is staring down a similar operations referendum and the cost of a new teacher contract. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…
November 4, 2026