Teacher Firings, BOE Elections Topped Last Week's Hopatcong Headlines

Another week, another batch of can't-miss headline in Hopatcong. Feel like you missed something? Here's a chance for you to catch up on last week's biggest news. And don't worry. We'll continue following the most important stories and provide up-to-the-minute coverage as they develop. Got some tips? Email us at brendan@patch.com.

PINK SLIPS? Six Hopatcong teachers were notified Thursday that they may not have jobs next fall. Superintendent Dr. Charles Maranzano said even more could be cut if the budget fails the April 27 vote.

GOT SKILLS? Hopatcong High School hosted a talent show Tuesday night. A dozen acts wowed the crowd for about two hours before a panel of students and teachers picked first- and second-place finishers. and

READ THIS BEFORE VOTING: Hopatcong's school board elections and budget vote are Wednesday. Patch put together a guide with just about all you need to know. .

HONORING A SOLDIER: Hopatcong will hold a tribute for borough resident Sgt. Michael D. Kirspel on May 28. He was killed during combat in Afghanistan in October.

CANDIDATES GET CANDID: Patch asked Board of Education candidates to tell us what they think about at the high school and what they think if the vote fails.

LOTS OF TALK: Patch readers told us what they think can't—or can—be cut from Hopatcong's school budget. Join the discussion!