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 27, 2024 • VOL. XLVII NO. 29
Articles
Legislative Update: Various Committees Hear Student Health and Safety Measures
On Feb. 22, the Assembly Consumer Affairs and Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens committees heard various bills related to student health and safety.
$19 Million Grant to Fund Zero-Emission School Buses in New Jersey
Van-Con Inc., a transportation company, will receive nearly $19 million to purchase 42 zero-emission school buses and 28 bus chargers so five school districts in New Jersey, including Union City, Elizabeth, Newark, Bloomfield Township and Lakewood Township, can secure the buses.
NJSBA’s Chief Pays Tribute to ‘Unsung Superheroes’ in Video that Highlights Expansion of Recognition Program
Dr. Timothy Purnell, executive director and CEO of the New Jersey School Boards Association, recently announced the expansion of the Association’s “Unsung Superheroes in Education” awards in a video that pays tribute to individuals who go above and beyond to support students.
Scores of Attendees Get to Work at NJSBA's New Board Member Orientation Weekend
Almost 100 board members attended the New Jersey School Boards Association's New Board Member Orientation Weekend at the Crowne Plaza Princeton Conference Center from Friday, Feb. 23 to Sunday, Feb. 25.
Announcing NJSBA’s Workshop 2024 Theme and Important Dates
This year’s theme, “Quest for Student Success,” embodies our collective mission and passion for seeking the best for our students. This year's conference will be held from Monday, Oct. 21 through Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Atlantic City Convention Center.
NJSBA Joins Leading Education Groups to Celebrate Public Schools Week
The New Jersey School Boards Association joins a coalition of national education groups to celebrate Public Schools Week, which is an annual, weeklong celebration to honor the invaluable contributions and achievements of educators, administrators, board members and support professionals in our public schools.
SEL4NJ to Host a Series of Webinars to Support Students
The Social Emotional Learning Alliance for New Jersey -- also known as SEL4NJ -- will host a series of webinars to celebrate International SEL Day, which is on March 8.
NJDOE Promotes the Seal of Biliteracy for Students
The New Jersey Department of Education offers support and resources for local educational agencies that want to recognize students fluent in at least one language in addition to English by high school graduation.
NJDOE to Offer Local Special Education Determination Information Sessions
The NJDOE’s Office of Special Education will host a series of webinars for school district special education leadership, including directors of special services, supervisors of special education and assistant superintendents responsible for special education.
NJSBA's Executive Committee to Meet March 15
Notice is hereby provided of the regular meeting of the New Jersey School Boards Association's Executive Committee, to be held Friday, March 15, 2024, at 3 p.m. at the NJSBA headquarters.
Notice of a Hybrid Meeting of NJSBA's Board of Directors
Notice is hereby provided that the New Jersey School Boards Association’s board of directors meeting is scheduled for Friday, March 15, 2024, at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held in-person and remotely.
NJSBA's Audit Committee to Meet
Notice is hereby provided of a meeting of the New Jersey School Boards Association’s Audit Committee. The meeting will be held on Friday, March 15, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in-person and remotely.