School Board Notes
New Jersey's weekly education report offers up-to-date information on legislation, court decisions and other developments affecting school districts.
April 27, 2021 • Vol. XLIV No. 41
Articles
Some Good COVID News: Proms, Graduations May Take Place at 50% of Capacity
If conditions continue to improve, the Murphy administration could further relax regulations.
NJSBA’s Spring Education Symposium to Offer Legal and Legislative Update
The symposium is open to school board members, charter school trustees, superintendents, business administrators, facilities managers, IT and curriculum directors, and other administrative/supervisory staff. The fee is $50 per person.
Special Facebook LIVE Event with NASA on April 28
A replay of the broadcast is available on the NJSBA Facebook page.
Teacher Removed on Tenure Charges Also Loses Teaching Certificates
The teacher repeatedly failed to cooperate with the administration with regard to submitting reports and meeting deadlines, failed to acknowledge feedback in observations, and falsified student records.
School Leader: Student Teaching in a Pandemic
The spring issue, available online now, also highlights the May NJSBA Spring Education Symposium and examines the board's role in personnel matters.
NSBA Advocacy Institute: Deadline for Early Bird Registration is Friday
The conference will feature sessions on the latest developments in education and legislation including pandemic-related funding and policies, waivers, testing, and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).
Two NJ Schools Win National Awards for Green Initiatives
Ocean County’s Switlik Elementary School in Jackson, and Camden County’s Winslow Township Middle School in Atco, are among the 27 schools, districts or institutions of higher education in the U.S. that earned the national recognition this year.
Upcoming Webinars Focus on a Legislative Update and Using Federal Funds to Meet District Reopening Goals
During the April 29 session, learn how districts can align Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) funds to support essential technology, purchase personal protective equipment and meet professional development needs.
N.J. to Receive $18.1 Million to Support Homeless Students; Free Meals Also Provided
Rule changes and waivers will allow schools to provide free meals through June 30, 2022.
Notice of Virtual Meeting of the NJSBA Board of Directors
The NJSBA Board of Directors will meet virtually on Friday, May 7, at 7 p.m.
Notice of Virtual Meeting of the NJSBA Audit Committee
The NJSBA Audit Committee will meet virtually on Friday, May 7, at 5:30 p.m.