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Members of the Collingswood Education Association leave a district school board meeting after delivering a vote of no confidence in their superintendent. Credit: Matt Skoufalos.

Collingswood Teachers Union Delivers Symbolic No-Confidence Vote as Divide Broadens Between Cash-Strapped District, Educators

Citing grassroots dissatisfaction with Superintendent Fred McDowell, union members once again air their grievances at a school board meeting. The superintendent says he's trying resolve systemic challenges in the district. Board members offer limited comment. Sign in or subscribe to continue reading…

By Matt Skoufalos | May 21, 2026
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