JERSEY CITY, NJ —
July 15, 2026 |
By DailyHudson Staff
Board also considers appointing new trustee to fill vacancy Thursday evening.
The Jersey City Board of Education will vote Thursday on a new five-year, $1.5 million contract for Superintendent Norma Fernandez. The board will also consider appointing a trustee to temporarily fill a vacancy left by a resignation last month.
The vote comes at a special meeting and could shape the direction of the district, which serves thousands of students in Hudson County. The contract and trustee appointment are both key decisions for the school board.
The proposed contract for Superintendent Norma Fernandez is worth $1.5 million over five years.
The board will also vote on appointing a new trustee to temporarily fill a seat vacated by a resignation last month.
Impact: The outcome of this vote will affect the leadership and governance of Jersey City Public Schools for years to come.
What Happens Next: The special meeting is scheduled for Thursday evening. DailyHudson will report on the board’s decisions.
Residents can expect an update from the board after Thursday’s vote.
Source: Jersey City Times
