Student Safety

Photo caption: Gary McDonald was appointed superintendent of Ocean County Vocational Technical Schools following the retirement of his mother-in-law, former Superintendent Karen Homiek, as the district continues to face civil litigation over its handling of abuse allegations at the Performing Arts Academy.

OCVTS Appoints Accused Former Superintendent’s Son-in-Law to Take Over District Plagued by Criminal Student Sexual Abuse

August 20, 2026

OCVTS has appointed Gary McDonald, the son-in-law of former Superintendent Karen Homiek, to lead the district as it faces multiple civil lawsuits alleging institutional failures surrounding student sexual abuse at the Performing…

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Middletown Police Say School Bus Cameras Continue Catching Drivers Illegally Passing Stopped Buses

June 2, 2026

Middletown Township police say school bus cameras are still recording an average of seven violations per day as officials continue efforts to improve student safety. Middletown Township, PA – Drivers in Middletown…

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Student Safety

OCVTS Appoints Accused Former Superintendent’s Son-in-Law to Take Over District Plagued by Criminal Student Sexual Abuse

Middletown Police Say School Bus Cameras Continue Catching Drivers Illegally Passing Stopped Buses

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