
School Board Notes
New Jersey's weekly education report offers up-to-date information on legislation, court decisions and other developments affecting school districts.
January 23, 2019 • Vol. XLII No. 24

Articles
NJSBA’s Equity Council Shares Best Practices
As a result of the Equity Council’s work, discussion and materials about equity issues in education are now being included in the NJSBA's New Board Member Orientation training.
Updated: Motion Filed on Behalf of 170,000 Students While Grad Exam Contested
Sen. Teresa Ruiz, chair of the Senate Education Committee, has introduced a potential legislative remedy to the court’s decision. Her bill is scheduled for a hearing before the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee at noon on Monday, Jan. 28.
Spotlight on Service for School Board Recognition Month
Highlights of community service by board members in Passaic, Essex and Burlington counties.
Finance Conference Features Cost-Saving Measures, Procurement, and Health Care
Learn about the fiscal and practical impact of changing health care plans or creating new healthcare coverage alternatives.
NJSBA Technology Conference in March
A special panel discussion will explain how Howell Township Public Schools improve student achievement through technology.
NJSBA Bids Farewell to an Officer
Brandon Pugh, vice president for legislation/resolutions, cited for service to the Association.
NJSBA Board of Directors Highlights: Three New Board Members Take Office
NJSBA and the New Jersey PTA will again co-sponsor the Annual Legislative Day on May 16, 2019 at the War Memorial in Trenton, board members were told.
New Asbury Park Superintendent Discusses Goals and Plans
Superintendent Sancha K. Gray also discussed the value of attending the NJSBA’s annual Workshop with her board of education.
March 5 Deadline for Delegate Assembly Resolutions
The NJSBA notified school business administrators, board presidents, county association presidents and delegates about the cutoff date.
Regional Leadership Training Offered Feb. 9
Well-planned and executed meetings should showcase a board's expectations and set the pace for the district.
Obituaries: Superintendents Tom Gross of Warren County; Sean Dolan of Fredon Twp.
Both had distinguished careers in education.
County Scenes: Middlesex and Hudson
Boards discuss social emotional learning and governance issues.