School Board Notes
New Jersey's weekly education report offers up-to-date information on legislation, court decisions and other developments affecting school districts.
December 11, 2018 • Vol. XLII No. 19
Articles
STEAM Tank Challenge Regional Competition Applications Due Jan. 31, 2019
Schools are encouraged to submit multiple teams for entry.
Reflections: Regionalization and the 'Path to Progress'
NJSBA’s executive director addresses a key recommendation in the report.
Legislative Update: Recruiting Male Minority Teachers; New Anti-Bullying Task Force; Promoting Apprenticeships
Nepotism, backpack safety, among other bills considered.
Drop ‘Double Penalty’ Provision in NJQSAC, Says N.J. School Boards Association
When a board member is sanctioned, NJSBA says school district should not also be punished.
Classroom Fight Triggers Lawsuit Over Legal Fees
School psychologist won his case, but then the legal bill arrived.
BlogTalkRadio Podcast Focuses on the Millennial School Board Member
Young board members discuss their unique perspectives, experiences and challenges.
Free Rutgers Training: Students Taking Action Together (STAT) -- The Civility Project
Webinar will discuss building students’ social-emotional learning skills and issues relevant to current events.
County Scenes
Pictures of meetings and programs in Somerset, Hunterdon and Middlesex counties.
NJSBA Monthly Minute for November 2018
Featuring Election Day and the 'Path to Progress' report.
State Board of Education Approves Publication of Rules for Teacher Leader Endorsement
NJSBA strongly supports the concept.
Applications Available for the 2019 Governor’s School of New Jersey
Prestigious program hosted by Drew and Rutgers universities.
Dec. 21, 2018 Deadline for NJSBA Officer Candidacy
The president's job and three vice presidencies will be available.