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 4, 2020 • Vol. XLIII No. 26
Articles
Senate Education Committee Holds School Nutrition Hearing
The NJSBA asked that proposed legislation allow districts a menu of options that they could choose to adopt.
Legislative Update: Apprenticeship and Workforce Development Measures Advance
Teacher loan redemption program also moves forward.
NJSBA Stands by Position on Cap Adjustment
After a report on the negative impact of the governor's veto of the cap adjustment bill, NJSBA reiterated its stance in favor of the proposal.
School Leader Focuses on Arts Education
Articles include a profile of the Board Member of the Year and a look at the state's efforts to recruit a more diverse teacher workforce.
Updated: Voters Approve Projects in Five of Six Districts
Three of the elections were extraordinarily close. The construction proposal in Woodbury Heights, Gloucester County, was approved by five votes.
New Guidance and Resources Regarding 2019 Novel Coronavirus
State issues information on students and employees who are returning from China.
NJSBA School Communications Forum 2020: Essential Skills for Board Members
April 3 program to focus on public speaking, community engagement and social media.
NJSBA Technology Conference Slated for March 13
The conference will feature a panel discussion on cybersecurity.
Updated Federal Guidelines Concerning Prayer and Religious Expression in Public Schools
The new guidance explains how districts can protect the rights of students and staff who want to pray at school.
Board Members Recognized for Community Service
This week, Margie Long of Maple Shade, Burlington County, and Joan Speroni, of Point Pleasant Borough in Ocean County, are profiled.
Podcast: Developing a Communications Plan with Strategies, Tactics and Measurable Results
Feb. 6 podcast will provide useful public relations advice for school districts.
Nominate a Volunteer to Receive N.J. Governor's Jefferson Award
Deadline to submit nominations is Feb. 29.
NJSBA Forms Health and Wellness Committee
The committee will continue the work outlined in the NJSBA's October 2019 study, "Building a Foundation for Hope."
County Scene: Bergen
The Bergen County School Boards Association discussed the legal rights of various groups of students.
County Scene: Sussex
In Sussex County, board members broke into smaller group sessions to discuss issues in depth.
Senator Diegnan Meets with NJSBA and Local Board Members
Senator meets with South Plainfield board members to discuss educational issues.
County Scene: Camden/Gloucester
During a recent meeting of the Camden/Gloucester School Boards Association, board members heard a presentation on who in society has privilege, and what that means.