November/December 2011


Also in our print edition
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president’smessage

executiveword

lettertotheeditor
Sudden cardiac death is a risk for all students.

onthecalendar

readersforum
The cost of board of education background checks.

fieldperspective
NJSBA FSRs answer questions from the field.

laborlookout
Beware the delayed or partial implementation proposal.

atyourservice
The best of BlogTalkRadio.

SPECIAL SECTION: SCHOOL LAW

School Law Update 2011
NJSBA attorneys review this year’s significant school law decisions.
By Michael Kaelber, Esq. and John Burns, Esq.

On Sunlight and Disinfectant
How a recent decision on the Sunshine Law will affect school boards.
By William S. Donio, Esq. and Rebecca Winkelstein, Esq.

Lions and Tigers and Bears?
Oh No, Just Dogs and Miniature Horses!

Recent changes in the Americans with Disabilities Act have an impact on public schools. By Cherie L. Adams, Esq.


FEATURES

The Common Core State Standards
To compete in a global economy, all our students need a world-class education.
By Willa Spicer

How Does Your School Library Rate?
Rutgers’ studies – both old and new – point to a positive correlation between school libraries staffed by professional librarians and student achievement.
By Dr. Ross Todd and Dr. Carol Gordon

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