Consolidation Is No Tax Remedy
Consolidation of school districts is not the cure-all for high property taxes, and in fact could increase costs, an NJSBA official told the Joint Legislative Committee on Consolidation and Shared Services on Oct. 18. Get the full story.

Capitol Watch: Health Benefits Reform on Horizon?
Two Republican lawmakers are sponsoring legislation to give school boards in the State Health Benefits Program the flexibility to negotiate aspects of coverage with their employees – a reform long-sought by NJSBA. Get the full story.

Davy Named Ed Chief
The state Senate unanimously approved the appointment of Lucille E. Davy on Monday to become New Jersey’s new education commissioner. Get the full story.

Reminder: Return NJSBA Special Ed Cost Survey
NJSBA is engaged in a comprehensive study of special education costs and practices. Get the full story.

Select Hall Inductees
Beginning next month, Garden State residents will be able to select the first inductees to the New Jersey Hall of Fame. Get the full story.

Sweeney Retires As County Rep
Rita Sweeney (left), Ocean County School Boards Association president, recently received a plaque and resolution recognizing her service to NJSBA from Lori Handaly-Kaye, county program coordinator. Get the full story.

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