Taxes Up, But Core Programs Remain In Proposed Lacey Schools Budget

A public budget workshop is set for April 28 before the board's scheduled final budget adoption on May 5.

State Aid: See How Much Lacey Schools Will Get

New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill's 2026-27 budget includes a record $12.4 billion in state aid. See what Lacey schools get.

Lacey School Board Ethics Case Decision Revealed

A complaint was filed against Board of Education member Harold "Skip" Peters in May of 2025.

Lacey Schools Face $5 Million Deficit, Board Says

The district is projecting a deficit exceeding $5 million primarily due to a substantial increase in health insurance expenses.

Lacey Schools Close For 2nd Day

The Lacey Township School District will close Tuesday.

Lacey's Longest-Serving School Board Member Honored For 33 Years

After serving 33 years on the Board of Education, Linda Walker is saying goodbye.

Court Order Prevents New Lacey School Board Member Being Sworn In

A lawsuit claims that Kerry Opitz, selected to fill a vacancy on the school board, can't be sworn in as the process wasn't made public.

New School Board Member To Fill Vacant Lacey Seat

Four candidates were interviewed for the seat left vacant by the resignation of Harold "Skip" Peters.

YMCA Expands Scholarship to All Jersey Shore High School Students

Essay Contest Celebrates the Work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

$28.9M Bond Referendum Passes: What It Means For Lacey Residents

Voters had their say Tuesday night, and the bond referendum passed. Here's what Lacey residents can expect:

Lacey School Board Election 2025: Meg Forney

Ahead of the 2025 election, Patch will be publishing profiles on local candidates. Here's what Meg Forney had to say.

Lacey School Board Election 2025: Brandon Hurley

Ahead of the 2025 election, Patch will be publishing profiles on local candidates. Here's what Brandon Hurley had to say.

Lacey School Board Election 2025: Steven P. Gouin

Ahead of the 2025 election, Patch will be publishing profiles on local candidates. Here's what Steven P. Gouin had to say.

2 Chances To Learn More About Lacey School Referendum This Week

Curious about the upcoming bond referendum in Lacey? Here's when you can learn more:

$28.8M Bond Referendum In Lacey: What's On The Ballot

If approved, the referendum would fund roofing and HVAC replacements and upgrades at Lacey schools.

Vote ‘Yes’ on the Schools’ Referendum

A Lacey resident offers his point-of-view on the upcoming referendum.

New Public Comment Rules Proposed At Lacey School Board Meetings

The updated policy strictly enforces a six-minute time limit for speakers, implements a code of conduct and more.

$500K Grant Funds 'Pond Gunk' Bacteria Study In Pine Barrens

A Stockton University professor received a $500K grant to study bacteria at bog iron sites buried in the Pinelands.

Vacancy Left As School Board Member Steps Down In Lacey

Those interested in the vacant Lacey Township Board of Education position will be able to apply for the role soon.

Lawsuits Say Priest, Teacher Sexually Abused Lacey Girls

Two women say they were groomed and sexually abused by Fr. Lawrence Gadek, a former priest and Lacey teacher, in the 1970s.

New High School Rankings: See How Lacey Fared

U.S. News & World Report has released its latest ranking on high schools. Here's how Lacey did:

Another Referendum Planned For Lacey Schools: What's In Store

Lacey residents will be asked to vote on another referendum this November regarding roofing in the district's schools:

$10K Grant Awarded To Improve Literacy Skills At Lacey Schools

The FOCUS grant supports literacy screening assessments required under state law.

9.6% Tax Increase In Lacey School Budget: What This Means

After months of discussion, the Lacey Township Board of Education adopted their 2025-26 budget. Here's what's in store:

School Budget Adoption Set For Special Meeting In Lacey

The Lacey Township Board of Education will convene to yet again vote on the upcoming year's budget.

Lacey School Board Presents Final Budget

It's been several weeks of contentious meetings as the Lacey school budget has gone through several iterations.

Sports Saved But Courtesy Busing, Staff Cut In Lacey School Budget

The budget has a 7.57 percent tax increase, which Acting Superintendent William Zylinski called a "compromise" to keep the district going.

Lacey Student Researcher Saving Local Beaches

MATES graduate Caroline Liebmann was recognized by the Garden Club of LBI for her microplastics research and local sustainability efforts.

Special Budget Meeting Planned For Lacey Schools

The Lacey Township Board of Education will present another 2025-26 budget at a special meeting Thursday.

Athletics Cut, Huge Class Sizes Possible With Lacey School Budget Gap

All co-curriculars could be cut, class sizes could reach 40 students for one teacher and more as Lacey schools grapple with their budget.

14.24% Tax Increase Considered By Lacey Township School Board

The Tax Levy Incentive Aid program would allow certain districts to exceed the 2 percent cap on tax levy increases.

Special Budget Meeting Set This Week For Lacey Schools

A special Board of Education meeting has been set for April 9 to amend the 2025-26 budget.

School Performance Reports: See How Lacey Did

How do Lacey schools compare to others? Check out the newest state data:

Taxes Up In Proposed Lacey Schools Budget

An increase in state aid this year isn't enough to cover a $6 million deficit the district faces, officials said.

Lacey Rejects $92.5M School Referendum: Unofficial Results

All three questions on the bond referendum were shot down by voters, according to unofficial results.

State Aid Increase In Store For Lacey Schools In 2025-26

A 6 percent increase in state aid is coming to Lacey schools, following the previous year's "devastating" state aid loss.

Officials Share Reminders Ahead Of Lacey Schools Bond Referendum

The March 11 bond referendum, with three questions hoping to upgrade the school district, is now only two weeks away.

4 Takeaways From $92.5M Bond Referendum Forum In Lacey

Sports games being canceled from soggy fields and cheerleaders shivering indoors in long sleeves are why the bond must pass, officials say.

Learn About $92.5M School Referendum At Forum In Lacey

Head to Lacey Township High School on Tuesday night to learn more about the upcoming referendum.

Public Info Session Set For $92M Bond Referendum In Lacey

Improvements are proposed at each one of the Lacey Township School District's six schools, but a referendum is needed for state aid.