January 9, 2024 • VOL. XLVII NO. 22 Archives - New Jersey School Boards Association

January 9, 2024 • VOL. XLVII NO. 22

Legislative Update: Governor Acts on Education-Related Measures; Several Others Land on His Desk as Legislative Session Closes

On Monday, Jan. 8, both the Senate and General Assembly convened for their final voting sessions of the 2022-2023 legislative session and sent over a dozen education-related measures to the governor. The governor also recently signed into law or conditionally vetoed several other items affecting school districts.

Governor Highlights Preschool Expansion, Voting Rights Bill for School Board Elections and More in State of the State Address

Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his annual State of the State address at the Statehouse in Trenton on Jan. 9, highlighting his commitment to education throughout his speech.

Voters to Decide Construction Question in Cranford

When Cranford voters go to the polls Jan. 23 for a special school election, they will vote on a construction proposal.

NJSBA Board of Directors Highlights

The New Jersey School Boards Association’s board of directors met in-person and virtually on Friday, Jan. 5, 2024. Karen Cortellino, M.D., president of NJSBA, presided over the meeting from the Association’s headquarters in Trenton.

School Ethics Commission Dismisses Certain Matters at November Meeting

The School Ethics Commission dismissed certain matters due to a "lack of probable cause" at its Nov. 28 meeting.

Important Information Regarding the NJSBA Member Census 2024

Members of the New Jersey School Boards Association – including those serving on boards of education and charter school boards of trustees – should be aware that their school business administrators should complete their 2024 NJSBA member census as soon as possible.

Limited Space Available for February New Board Member Orientation Weekend

This program is entirely free. Costs, including all meals, materials and hotel stay, are underwritten by a grant from the Educational Leadership Foundation of New Jersey.

Supports for American Rescue Plan Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief

The New Jersey Department of Education recently issued an advisory highlighting available resources, including January’s “Review. Amend. Spend.” events.

School Staff Invited to Attend Webinar Series on Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention

School staff are invited to attend a two-part training series on human trafficking that includes information on risk factors, warning signs and how schools can support and promote the awareness and prevention of human trafficking.

Preschool Inclusion Leadership Conference to Be Held in East Windsor

Superintendents, directors of special services, early childhood directors and principals who are working together to support high-quality, inclusive education in preschool and beyond are invited to attend.

U.S. Department of the Treasury Shares Info on Filing for Clean Energy Tax Credits

The U.S. Department of the Treasury recently shared information on how school districts can file for tax credits for clean energy infrastructure through the Inflation Reduction Act, which provides for the largest investment in clean energy in U.S. history.

School Board Notes