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Legislative Conference—Governor Cites Initiatives; Legislators Tackle Money Issues
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| Unable to deliver any good news about state aid to education, Governor James E. McGreevey emphasized his administration’s initiatives on student assessment, early childhood literacy, facilities funding, and teacher training during NJSBA’s Legislative Conference on Saturday in East Windsor. Get the full story. |
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Pictured at the NJSBA Legislative Conference held Saturday in East Windsor are (left to right) James J. Dougherty, Jr., NJSBA vice president for finance; Patti J. Pawling, immediate past president; Glenn B. Ewan, president; Governor James E. McGreevey; Edwina M. Lee, executive director; and Patrick J. Sirr, vice president for county activities
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| Survey Reveals Opinions of NJ Residents on Public Involvement in Education |
A coalition of more than 120 New Jersey-based education organizations, including NJSBA, released the results of a survey titled, Building Strong Bridges-A Report on Public Engagement in New Jersey Education. The research report, commissioned by New Jersey United for Higher School Standards, sheds new light on the issue of involvement in education from the perspective of the parent, teacher and non-parent. Get the full story.
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| NJSBA Board of Directors Meeting |
In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, notice is hereby provided of a meeting of the NJSBA Board of Directors. The meeting will be held at the Courtyard Marriott in Cranbury on March 14 at 7:30 p.m. This meeting is open to the public. Get the full story.
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The East Orange Board of Education is pictured during their retreat last month.
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| East Orange Board Sets Achievement Goals |
| Following a weekend-long retreat in February, the East Orange Board of Education, along with newly appointed superintendent Laval Wilson, set several goals to improve student achievement within their district. Some of the goals the district plans to focus on are programs for increased parent involvement, and staff training in specialty areas, such as computer technology, television production and culinary arts. Get the full story. |
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| New Name for New Tests |
| Commissioner of Education William L. Librera announced last week that New Jersey’s new state tests for third and fourth graders will be named the New Jersey Assessment of Skills and Knowledge, or NJ ASK3 and NJ ASK4. The tests are scheduled to be administered on May 20-23, with makeup testing on May 27-30. Get the full story. |
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Bills Signed Into Law on February 27
S-384/A-3160 (Ciesla, Sacco/Green, Greenstein, Guear)—Provides that school pupils may not be on board a school bus unless a driver is on board. NJSBA supported this legislation.
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| School Ethics Commission Issues Advisory Opinions |
| The School Ethics Commission recently issued the following two public advisory opinions that further clarify school official activity under the School Ethics Act. Get the full story. |
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NJSBA Position Available
NJSBA is currently seeking a qualified candidate for assistant director in its Policy & Library Resources Department, to manage its library/information center and archives. Duties include selecting resource materials; classifying, cataloging and maintaining current inventory of print/media materials; maintaining archival document retrieval system; researching Internet/library resources; and researching and preparing analyses and recommendations regarding legislation.
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required. Three year’s experience in public education or related field, and experience as a research librarian is preferred. Must be able to communicate effectively in written and oral form; handle multiple priorities; have knowledge of public education and school board governance, and deliver effective presentations. Must be able to work nights and weekends as required. The minimum salary is $41,676.
Interested applicants should submit a resume with salary requirements to Kim Blum at: NJSBA, P.O. Box 909, Trenton, NJ 08605; e-mail, kblum@njsba,org; or fax: 609-695-4031. Resumes must be received no later than March 14.
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The 2003 Frequently Asked Questions Concerning School Elections has recently been posted on the NJSBA Web site. This revised FAQ answers questions pertaining to voting, ballots, campaign contributions and expenditures, and many other election questions.
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| MARCH 11 |
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General Membership Mtg. (Ocean)
No Child Left Behind
Circle Landmark, Lakehurst, 6:30 p.m.
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Southern Region Board Candidates Briefing, Williamstown High School Monroe Twp., Gloucester County, 7 p.m.
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| MARCH 12 |
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Cape May & Cumberland Joint
Legislative Dinner
Avalon Country Club
Swainton, 6:30 p.m.
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Student Recognition Program
(Middlesex), Pines Manor
Edison, 6:30 p.m.
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Legislative Dinner (Morris)
Zeris Inn, Mountain Lakes, 6 p.m.
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| MARCH 14 |
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NJSBA Audit Committee Mtg. Courtyard Marriott, Cranbury, 6 p.m. |
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NJSBA Board of Directors Mtg. Courtyard Marriott, Cranbury, 7:30 p.m. |
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Gloucester & Salem Joint Legislative Breakfast
Pennsville Middle School, Pennsville 8:30 a.m.
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| MARCH 16 |
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Legislative Brunch (Passaic)
The Brownstone, Paterson, 9 a.m.
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| Click here for more information on county school boards association activities. |
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