Parents press board over sole-source contracts and procurement; board vows audit and RFPs Community members raised questions about sole-source video-production contracts, procurement practices, and whether legal counsel identified issues. The board said it will subject future video services to an RFP and add procurement to the internal audit schedule.

Parents are demanding accountability and transparency over questionable sole-source contracts in their school district, sparking a commitment to formal audits and RFPs.

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New Rochelle Parents Demand Safer Busing Routes Amid Consolidation Issues Parents criticize New Rochelle's busing consolidation for safety and accessibility concerns.

Parents in New Rochelle are sounding the alarm over a new busing system they claim puts their children's safety at risk, forcing them to walk dangerous routes to bus stops.

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School psychologist advises parents on smartphone guidelines for tweens and teens Parents urged to monitor smartphone use and establish tech boundaries for children.

As parents consider giving their middle schoolers smartphones, experts warn that unchecked screen time could fuel emotional challenges—are you ready to set the right boundaries?

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School Board Member Advocates for Opt-In Parental Involvement in Student Surveys Board member emphasizes need for parental awareness in school surveys regarding student issues.

A school board member is pushing for opt-in surveys to ensure parents are aware of sensitive issues like mental health and substance abuse that their children are facing in school.

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