School Board Notes
New Jersey's weekly education report offers up-to-date information on legislation, court decisions and other developments affecting school districts.
February 6, 2024 • VOL. XLVII NO. 26
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Legislative Update: Education Committees Hold Joint Hearing on Virtual Instruction
On Monday, Feb. 5, the Senate and Assembly Education committees took testimony from invited guests on virtual or remote instruction in grades kindergarten through 12.
Indemnification of Board Members in Ethics Cases: When Does it Apply?
If a board member retains legal counsel to defend against ethics charges, they may be able to seek reimbursement from the board for reasonable legal fees and costs.
New Episode of “The Boardroom” Podcast Airs Live Feb. 14
"The Boardroom" podcast returns for a new episode on Wednesday, Feb. 14 at 12 p.m. The show’s host, Dr. Timothy Purnell, executive director and CEO of the New Jersey School Boards Association, will be joined by Charlie Muller, NJSBA’s business administrator in-residence.
NJDCF Advises Schools of Increased Access to NJ4S Information System
Sanford Starr, the assistant commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Children and Families, recently sent a letter to stakeholders advising them about increased school access to the NJ4S information system.
NJDOE Shares Information on Special Education Medicaid Initiative
The New Jersey Department of Education recently issued a memo regarding the Special Education Medicaid Initiative program, pertinent to the fiscal year 2025 budget submission.
School Administrators Invited to Recommend Outstanding Elementary Educators for Recognition Program
Administrators can recommend up to three elementary teachers, specialists and principals from New Jersey public school districts.
NJ PBS/NJ Spotlight News and Montclair State University Release Statewide Survey on News Coverage
Education stakeholders, including members of local boards of education, are invited to share their opinions and experiences by participating in the survey.
Position Open: NJSBA Seeks Business Data Analyst
The New Jersey School Boards Association is seeking a business data analyst to serve its Legal, Labor Relations and Policy departments.