Some may ask, what is so bad about a survey? Well...a survey can be strategically designed to influence public opinion and/or outcomes by framing questions to elicit responses that align with predetermined goals. For instance, the Hoboken Board of Education might use leading or biased questions to generate favorable data supporting policies they wish to implement. Given the Board's controversial history—such as the inflated claims of "blue ribbon" awards, the rushed $330M bond proposal with minimal community input, significant tax increases, and oversight failures regarding administrative credentials—residents may view such a survey skeptically. If trust in the Board's integrity is low, the survey could be seen as a manipulative tactic rather than a genuine effort to gauge public opinion. This lack of credibility undermines faith in the process, especially if the survey results are later cited as "proof" of public support for contentious or unpopular initiatives. -Dr. Petrosino
The Hoboken Board of Education launches a survey to gather feedback for a five-year strategic plan that includes facilities upgrades.
By John Heinis/Hudson County View“The Hoboken Public School District is embarking on a comprehensive journey to develop a new 5-year strategic plan, a guiding document that will direct all district actions and decisions in the coming years,” Hoboken Superintendent of Schools Dr. Christine Johnson wrote in The Herald last week.
“Central to this process is the revision of the district’s vision and mission statements, along with the establishment of strategic goals. Two of these goals will be particularly significant: one anchored in The Portrait of a Hoboken High School Graduate, which will define the skills and attributes our students should possess upon graduation, and the other in the district’s Long Range Facilities Plan (LRFP), which will ensure that our educational facilities support these aspirations.”
She continues that she is currently working with the district’s architect, facilities director, and BOE Facilities Committee to update the LRFP, as well as engaging with students about The Portrait of a Hoboken High School Graduate.
The online survey is due on December 13th and asks for a tagline, vision, and mission statements, as well as evaluating district goals that include supporting students and teachers needs, implementing innovative programs, and maintaining safe facilities.
A vision statement outlines a school district’s long-term goals and aspirations.
