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LEE Group Seeks Congressional Support For Changes to No Child Left Behind Act
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| On October 20, the Leadership for Educational Excellence (LEE) Group met with representatives of New Jersey’s Congressional delegation to present a position paper calling for changes to the No Child Left Behind Act. The document, Standards, Accountability and Common Sense, was the product of the participating education associations that make up the LEE Group. Get the full story. |
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Workshop and Exhibition 2003 |
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Over 10,000 people traveled to Atlantic City to participate in the three-day Annual Workshop, co-sponsored by the New Jersey School Boards Association, the New Jersey Association of School Administrators and the New Jersey Association of School Business Officials. There were learning sessions, interesting exhibits and stimulating speakers to make their trip worthwhile. In addition, they had access to an array of opportunities to hear from educational experts, as well as share ideas with other board members. See the photos.
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PREVIEW OF SEMIANNUAL DELEGATE ASSEMBLY
November 22, 2003
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NJSBA reminds all school boards that decisions made by each Delegate Assembly are followed by action, which often results in the introduction of legislation, the stopping of undesirable legislation, or new state Board of Education policies. The Delegate Assemblies give local school boards the opportunity for input before these far-reaching statewide policy decisions are made. Therefore, we urge boards to review the proposed resolutions listed below so that their delegates are familiar with the issues. Policies adopted by the Delegate Assemblies are codified in NJSBA’s Manual of Positions and Policies on Education. Get the full story.
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Dollars and Sense It’s budget time, a period to focus attention on financial issues. School finance has become so complex that oversight of the district’s monetary operations is an ongoing preeminent issue throughout the school year.
Dollars and Sense can provide board members with the critical information needed to clarify their obligations, strengthen financial oversight, and define their roles. It will help board members implement their vision and goals, and evaluate financial effectiveness. It defines the players, demystifies the budget process, and provides the legal framework.
To order Dollars and Sense, call Maryann Wolverton at 1-888-886-5722, extension 5209, or click here to order online.
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November 2003
10-16 Youth Appreciation Week — Sponsored by Optimist International, this program encourages recognition of youth for their talents in the arts, athletics, and academics, and for contributions to the community. Click here for more information.
11 Veterans Day (Armistice Day) — This federal holiday honors all veterans of the armed services. It also celebrates the signing of the armistice ending World War I in 1918, when hostilities ceased at 11 a.m. In many places silence is observed at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month each year.
16-22 American Education Week — This week is co-sponsored by the National Education Association, the National PTA and other national education associations to keep the public aware of what schools are doing. This year’s theme is Great Public Schools for Every Child–America’s Promise. It is always observed the week before Thanksgiving. Click here for more information.
17-23 National Children’s Book Week — Sponsored by the Children’s Book Council, Inc., this week is set aside to encourage literacy and the enjoyment of children’s books. The theme for 2003 is Free to Read. Click here for more information.
19 Education Support Professionals Day — The National Education Association suggests the observation of this day on the Wednesday of American Education Week. Click here for more information
23-29 National Family Week — Since 1976, Congress has designated the week encompassing Thanksgiving as a time to recognize and appreciate families and their role in caring for individual members, thus contributing to a strong society. This year’s theme is Connections Count. Click here for more information.
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| NJSBA Nominating Committee |
| In accordance with Article X, Section 3 of the NJSBA Bylaws, the following local board members have been appointed/elected to serve on the 2004-06 Nominating Committee for a two-year term: See the list. |
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| NOVEMBER 12 |
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Fall Holiday Dinner Meeting (Union), Crowne Plaza, Clark, 6:15 p.m. |
| NOVEMBER 13 |
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General Membership Meeting, (Atlantic), Buena Regional High School, Buena, 6:30 p.m. |
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General Membership Meeting (Bergen), Bergen County Community College, Paramus, 6:30 p.m. |
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General Membership Meeting (Hunterdon), Whiskey Creek Grill, Lebanon, 6:30 p.m. |
| NOVEMBER 18-21 |
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League of Municipalities Annual Convention, Atlantic City |
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