Tenafly BOE Meetings, School Calendar & Parent Help
If you’re looking for the Tenafly Board of Education, you may actually need one of several different district routes: the next public Board meeting, BoardDocs agenda, 2026–27 school calendar, trustee contact, student registration, transportation information or a school office.
Tenafly Public Schools keeps those services on separate pages. This independent guide organizes the official routes and explains the local details that matter before you attend a meeting, submit public comment, register a child or rely on a school-day schedule.
Tenafly Board of Education quick facts
The Tenafly Board of Education has nine trustees and meets at the district’s Hegelein Building at 500 Tenafly Road unless an official notice says otherwise. Current meetings normally move into closed session at 6:00 p.m. and return to open public session at 7:00 p.m.
Nine trustees plus the chief school administrator and Board Secretary/District Business Administrator.
500 Tenafly Road, Tenafly, NJ 07670.
October 12, 2026, with regular public open session scheduled for 7:00 p.m.
Current agendas and minutes are routed through BoardDocs; videos are linked from the district meeting archive.
Tenafly school district vs. borough government: school calendars, student registration and BOE meetings belong to Tenafly Public Schools. Municipal services belong to the Borough of Tenafly and should not be mixed with Board of Education information.
The Board is not the first stop for every school issue
The Board governs the district, adopts policy and acts on school business at public meetings. Day-to-day classroom, school and department questions normally move through staff and administrators first.
Use BOE resources for
Meetings, Board agendas, minutes, policies, trustees, public comment, budgets and formal public records.
Use district departments for
Registration, transportation, curriculum, special services, employment, business-office and district-wide support questions.
Start at the school for
Teacher concerns, attendance, daily schedules, classroom matters, school events and school-specific student questions.
Tenafly Board of Education meeting dates
The current 2026–27 meeting page says regular public meetings are held at Tenafly Public Schools, 500 Tenafly Road, and operate as both in-person and virtual meetings. Unless otherwise noted, the Board enters closed session at 6:00 p.m. and opens the public session at 7:00 p.m.
| Date | Meeting type | Open-session note |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 5, 2026 | Reorganization / Regular Public Meeting | Begins at 6:00 p.m. |
| Feb. 9, 2026 | Regular Public Meeting | Normal public schedule |
| Mar. 23, 2026 | Preliminary Budget / Regular Public Meeting | Normal public schedule |
| Apr. 27, 2026 | Final Budget Hearing / Regular Public Meeting | Normal public schedule |
| May 11, 2026 | Regular Public Meeting | Normal public schedule |
| June 15, 2026 | Regular Public Meeting | Normal public schedule |
| June 30, 2026 | Regular Public Meeting | Tuesday meeting |
| July 20, 2026 | Regular Public Meeting | Normal public schedule |
| Aug. 17, 2026 | Regular Public Meeting | Normal public schedule |
| Sept. 14, 2026 | Regular Public Meeting | Normal public schedule |
| Oct. 12, 2026 | Regular Public Meeting | Next listed meeting after Oct. 2 |
| Nov. 16, 2026 | Regular Public Meeting | Normal public schedule |
| Dec. 14, 2026 | Regular Public Meeting | Normal public schedule |
| Jan. 4, 2027 | Reorganization of the Board | Begins at 6:00 p.m. |
Recheck before attending: Tenafly posts legal notices when meeting dates change, and the district states that meeting time and location are subject to change. Use the current meeting page rather than an old calendar screenshot.
When Tenafly BOE agendas are posted and where minutes are kept
Tenafly provides a useful local timing rule: new agendas are posted after 4:00 p.m. on the Friday before the meeting and no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting. Current agendas and minutes are available through BoardDocs.
Open the current meeting page
Use the district’s January 2026–January 2027 meeting page so you start with the correct BoardDocs route.
Check after Friday at 4 p.m.
For a Monday meeting, Tenafly says the new agenda is posted after 4 p.m. Friday and no later than 48 hours before the meeting.
Use the agenda for planned business
An agenda shows matters expected to be considered. It does not by itself prove what the Board ultimately approved.
Return for approved minutes
Tenafly’s BOE FAQ notes that minutes are presented for approval at subsequent Board meetings before entering the public record.
Use the district video archive when useful
Current meeting videos are linked from the meeting chart. The district says older recordings not available online can be requested through OPRA.
How public comment works at Tenafly BOE meetings
The district currently provides two public-comment opportunities during regular meetings: one for agenda items and another for school-related topics that are not on the agenda. The current meeting page also permits participation through the virtual meeting.
In person
An attendee may raise a hand and wait to be recognized during the appropriate public-comment period.
Virtual / Zoom
Virtual attendees may be unmuted when recognized. Tenafly also says comments can be submitted through Q&A and read during the public-comment period.
Student privacy: public comment becomes part of a public meeting context. Do not disclose confidential student records, medical information, disability details, disciplinary information or private family matters when a school or district administrator can handle the concern privately.
Tenafly Board of Education members and term years
The official Board page currently lists nine trustees. Because officer roles can change during Board reorganization, verify the live roster before using a title in formal correspondence.
Adam Enbar
Term expires 2028.
aenbar@tenafly.k12.nj.us
Morgan Friedman, Ed.D.
Term expires 2028.
mfriedman@tenafly.k12.nj.us
Michelle Harris
Term expires 2027.
mharris@tenafly.k12.nj.us
Lawrence V. Lewitinn, CFA
Term expires 2027.
llewitinn@tenafly.k12.nj.us
Inbal Israeli Miller
Term expires 2027.
iisraelimiller@tenafly.k12.nj.us
Edward J. Salaski
Term expires 2026.
esalaski@tenafly.k12.nj.us
Daniel Shin
Term expires 2026.
dshin@tenafly.k12.nj.us
Tenafly school calendar and school-hour differences
The 2026–27 district calendar was approved March 27, 2025 and later edited February 9, 2026 to include an early dismissal on March 8, 2027. School began August 31, 2026. Tenafly also publishes a separate live calendar where families can subscribe to RSS feeds and calendar alerts.
Yearly calendar
Use the 2026–27 yearly calendar for school-year planning and the live district calendar for current events and updates.
Calendar alerts
The live calendar offers RSS feeds and alerts, useful for families who want district or school-specific updates.
2027–28 planning
The district has already published a 2027–28 yearly calendar, with school beginning August 30, 2027.
| School / program | Regular day | Early dismissal | Delayed opening |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary K–5 | 8:30 a.m.–3:10 p.m. | 8:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m. | 10:30 a.m.–3:10 p.m. |
| Tenafly Middle School | 8:20 a.m.–2:57 p.m. | Use TMS bell schedule | 10:20 a.m.–2:57 p.m. |
| Tenafly High School, Days A–D | 8:10 a.m.–3:11 p.m. | Use THS bell schedule | 10:10 a.m.–3:11 p.m. |
| Tenafly High School, Day E | 8:30 a.m.–3:11 p.m. | Use THS bell schedule | 10:10 a.m.–3:11 p.m. |
| Integrated Pre-K | 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. | 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. |
Delayed-opening childcare note: Tenafly says the morning Right at School program is canceled when there is a delayed opening.
Tenafly Public Schools addresses and phone numbers
For attendance, daily schedules, school events, teacher communication or an active student’s records, the individual school is usually a better starting point than the Board office.
| School | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Tenafly High School | 19 Columbus Drive, Tenafly, NJ 07670 | 201-816-6600 |
| Tenafly Middle School | 10 Sunset Lane, Tenafly, NJ 07670 | 201-816-4900 |
| Malcolm S. Mackay Elementary | 111 Jefferson Avenue, Tenafly, NJ 07670 | 201-816-7700 |
| Ralph S. Maugham Elementary | 111 Magnolia Avenue, Tenafly, NJ 07670 | 201-816-7705 |
| J. Spencer Smith Elementary | 101 Downey Drive, Tenafly, NJ 07670 | 201-816-7715 |
| Walter Stillman Elementary | 75 Tenafly Road, Tenafly, NJ 07670 | 201-816-7710 |
Tenafly student registration: the local rules that matter
Tenafly uses the Genesis portal for online registration. The district makes two local rules especially clear: the family must be domiciled in Tenafly, with an Alpine exception for high-school enrollment, and elementary placement is based on available space rather than simply assigning a school by location.
Start in Genesis
Select the correct school year and complete the online registration process.
Finalize the submission
The district specifically tells families to click the green “Finalize Registration Information” button so the registration is actually received.
Prepare residency evidence
Tenafly requires two proofs of residency. A lease, deed, mortgage statement or tax bill is required, together with a utility bill or another accepted official document.
Prepare identity and school records
Families should prepare the student’s birth certificate, or passport and visa when applicable, guardian photo ID and previous transcripts or report cards.
Complete health documentation
The student health/physical examination form is due upon registration. For a student arriving from outside the United States, the district allows up to 30 days after the start date for that physical form.
Records not in English
Previous school records must be translated by a certified translation service and show the student’s name, school name and school address.
Additional documents when applicable
Custody documents, the most recent IEP and the most recent 504 plan should also be supplied when they apply to the student.
Registration help: Tenafly lists registrar@tenafly.k12.nj.us for assistance with student registration or document uploads.
Who qualifies for Tenafly school transportation?
The district’s August 5, 2026 update says transportation is available to students who meet eligibility requirements based on the shortest walking distance between the student’s residence and the school attended.
Grades 5–8
Students living more than 2 miles from school meet the listed distance threshold.
Grades 9–12
Students living more than 2.5 miles from school meet the listed distance threshold.
How distance is measured: Tenafly says eligibility follows New Jersey Department of Education guidance and uses the shortest distance along public roadways or walkways between the home entrance and the nearest public school entrance. That measurement is for eligibility and may not match the actual bus or walking route.
Before taking a school concern directly to the Board
Tenafly publishes a specific chain of command for questions, comments and concerns. Following it can get a school-level problem to the person who can actually resolve it before the matter reaches the Board.
Teacher and/or principal
Begin closest to the issue, especially for classroom or individual-school concerns.
Department Supervisor
If the issue remains unresolved, move to the relevant district supervisor.
Assistant Superintendent
The district lists the Assistant Superintendent as the next level in its published escalation route.
Superintendent and/or Board trustees
Tenafly places district leadership and trustees after the preceding school and department steps.
The district’s BOE FAQ describes the Board as a later-stage route for school problems rather than the automatic first contact. That distinction can save families from sending a classroom or school-office issue to the wrong level.
Meeting records, older videos and student privacy are different tasks
Current BOE records
Use BoardDocs and the meeting archive for current agendas and approved minutes.
Older recordings
Tenafly says older Board videos not available through the current online archive can be requested through the district’s OPRA process.
Student records
Do not treat individual student records as ordinary Board meeting records. Use the appropriate school or district private-record route.
Tenafly 2026–27 school budget resources
Tenafly’s Board budget page currently links the 2026–27 Budget Presentation from the March 23, 2026 Board meeting and the 2026–27 User-Friendly Budget.
Budget presentation
Use the March 23, 2026 presentation for the district’s Board-level budget presentation.
User-Friendly Budget
The current budget page provides a 2026–27 User-Friendly Budget resource.
Tenafly Board of Education address and district contact
Common Tenafly BOE and school-calendar mistakes
I found an older 8 p.m. meeting reference
Use the current 2026–27 meeting page. It states that closed session begins at 6 p.m. and regular public open session begins at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted.
The agenda is not online yet
Tenafly says new agendas are posted after 4 p.m. Friday before the meeting and no later than 48 hours in advance.
I assumed my address determines my elementary school
The current registration page says elementary placement is based on space availability, not location.
I forgot to finalize Genesis registration
The district specifically instructs families to click “Finalize Registration Information” so the submission is received.
I need transportation but live near school
Compare your grade and district-measured walking distance with the current eligibility rules rather than estimating mileage yourself.
I want to complain directly to the Board
Review Tenafly’s published chain of command first. Many classroom and school matters should begin with the teacher or principal.
Official Tenafly Public Schools links
Tenafly Board of Education FAQs
What is the official Tenafly Board of Education website?
The Board information is part of the official Tenafly Public Schools website at tenaflyschools.org. Use its Board of Education section for meetings, trustees, BoardDocs, budgets and public-record information.
Where is the Tenafly Board of Education office?
Tenafly Public Schools Central Office and the BOE Hegelein Building are listed at 500 Tenafly Road, Tenafly, NJ 07670.
What is the Tenafly Public Schools phone number?
The district’s main Central Office number is 201-816-4500.
How many members are on the Tenafly Board of Education?
The official Board page says the Tenafly Board of Education has nine trustees.
Who is the Tenafly Board of Education president?
The current Board roster lists Jocelyn Schwarz as president and Angela Leone as vice president. Officer roles should be rechecked after Board reorganization.
When is the next Tenafly BOE meeting after October 2, 2026?
The current district schedule lists a Regular Public Meeting on October 12, 2026. The normal open public session begins at 7:00 p.m. after closed session, unless the district posts a change.
Are Tenafly BOE meetings available online?
Yes. The current meeting page says meetings are conducted both in person and via Zoom, and meeting videos are linked in the district archive.
When does Tenafly post Board meeting agendas?
The district says new agendas are posted after 4:00 p.m. on the Friday before the meeting and no later than 48 hours before the scheduled meeting.
Can I submit public comment online?
The current meeting guidance says virtual attendees can be recognized and unmuted, and comments may also be submitted through Q&A for reading during the public-comment period. Shared comments must include a name and address to be recognized.
When did Tenafly schools start in 2026–27?
The official 2026–27 district calendar lists August 31, 2026 as the first day of school.
How do I register a child in Tenafly Public Schools?
Use the Genesis registration link from the official district Registration page, choose the correct school year, complete the requested information and click “Finalize Registration Information.” Then provide the required residency, identity, school and health documents.
Does my Tenafly address automatically determine my elementary school?
No. The current Tenafly registration page states that elementary-school placement is based on space availability, not location.
Can an Alpine student register in Tenafly Public Schools?
The current registration page says students generally must be domiciled in Tenafly, with an Alpine exception for high-school registration.
What documents are needed for Tenafly registration?
The district lists two proofs of residency, student birth documentation, guardian photo ID, prior school records, a health/physical form and immunization records. Custody papers, an IEP or a 504 plan are also requested when applicable.
Who qualifies for Tenafly school transportation?
The August 2026 district update lists students in grades 5–8 who live more than 2 miles from school and students in grades 9–12 who live more than 2.5 miles from school, using the district’s NJDOE-based distance measurement.
Use this guide for direction, then finish on the Tenafly district site
For a Board meeting, start with the current BOE schedule and BoardDocs. For family planning, use the district calendar and school-hours page. For registration, finish the Genesis process and document checklist. For transportation or a school-level concern, use the district’s specific department or escalation route.
Meeting dates, agendas, trustee roles, transportation assignments and registration instructions can change during the school year. Recheck the relevant Tenafly Public Schools page when the information affects travel, school attendance, public comment or a student record.
Independent information guide: BoardofEducations.org is not Tenafly Public Schools, the Tenafly Board of Education, Bergen County or the State of New Jersey. Official Tenafly Public Schools notices and records control whenever a live detail differs from this page.