
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 28, 2020 • Vol. XLIII No. 25

Articles
Coronavirus: N.J. Department of Health Issues K-12 Information
Document addresses symptoms, prevention, cleaning procedures.
Board Members of the Year Salute the Newest Honoree
Judith Bassford of Clifton joined the previous winners of the award for a luncheon celebration.
NJSBA Launches Career-Focused Learner ‘Ambassadors’ Program
The goal is to expand educational options for students.
NJSBA Executive Director Named to National Job Corps Association Board
The Job Corps is the nation’s most successful career preparation program for at-risk young adults ages 16-24.
Commissioner Says Board Member’s Blog Posts Merit Six-Month Suspension
A judge found that a board member was "smearing and verbally attacking" a teacher.
NJSBA’s New Online Portal and Census Are Now Available
The new census is easier to navigate.
NJSBA’s 2020-2021 Legislative Advocacy Agenda/Action Plan
The agenda is based upon NJSBA policy and was developed by the Legislative Committee.
It’s a Bird! It’s a Plane…No, It’s the Lawrence Township Board, Honored as Superheroes by Students
Mild-mannered board members were presented with superhero capes as part of School Board Recognition Month.
Feb. 28 Finance Conference Features Cost Controls, Procurement, and Cyber Risks
Learn about the legal requirements for procurement, as well as what to expect, both at the table and in administering the changes.
Board Members Recognized for Community Service
Kimberly Cook, of Hillside, Union County and Nichol Hoff, of Dennis Township, Cape May County, are recognized this week.
Podcast: Developing a Communications Plan with Strategies, Tactics and Measurable Results
The podcast is scheduled for Feb. 6 at 11 a.m.
Video: 2019, the Year in Education
An NJSBA's Monthly Minute video reviews last year's highlights in education.
County Scene: Essex
Essex County School Boards Association members heard a presentation on Integrated Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math (I-STEAM) programs.
County Scene: Hunterdon
Hunterdon County School Boards Association members discussed the School Funding Reform Act.