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Much of your board work is probably done by committee. Here’s how your policy manual can support these groups.

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A Point Pleasant Borough high school program teaches life skills to students with multiple disabilities

SPECIAL SECTION: WELCOME NEW BOARD MEMBERS

How the School Ethics Act Works
Procedures and practices board members should know.
By Donna M. Kaye, Esq.

Partners in Progress
Establishing a successful superintendent-board working relationship
is key to the smooth running of a school district
By Douglas B. Groff

From Accidental Leaders to Purposeful Advocates
You got involved to help your district’s schools. Get more involved
for the same reason.
By Ray Pinney

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FEATURES

Meet NJSBA’s New President
Ray Wiss of the Northern Valley Regional board takes the reins.
By Janet Bamford

A Different Workshop for Different Times
NJSBA has retooled Workshop to meet members’ needs this year.
By Erik Endress

Students Paint a Better Tomorrow
Twelve outstanding programs were honored with the 2010 Innovations in Special Education awards.
By Ann Marie Smith

Student Activity Fees: Proceed with Caution
More districts are enacting student activity fees. Here are some pitfalls to watch for.
By David Bosted, Esq.

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