School Board Notes
New Jersey's weekly education report offers up-to-date information on legislation, court decisions and other developments affecting school districts.
June 21, 2023 • VOL. XLVI NO. 44
Articles
NAEP Assessment Shows 13-Year-Olds Struggling in Reading and Math
The nation’s 13-year-olds showed the largest declines ever recorded on the long-term trend assessment in mathematics on the National Assessment of Educational Program and are also struggling with reading, according to results released by the National Center for Education Statistics.
Board President’s Corner: What Can Be Done to Make Public Comment Sessions More Productive?
Question: What can the board do to make public comment sessions more productive while still allowing itself enough time to conduct other board business?
Attorneys, Board Members, School Administrators and Staff Gather at Spring School Law Forum
Nearly a hundred attorneys, board members and school administrators and staff gathered at the New Jersey School Boards Association’s Spring School Law Forum on June 13.
STEAM Tank 2023 Advances Student Achievement; Winners Announced
The top three elementary and middle school teams are invited to attend the NJSBA’s Workshop in Atlantic City, Oct. 24-25, and the winning high school teams are invited to the New Jersey Education Association’s convention in Atlantic City in November to present their winning ideas and inventions.
Charting a Course to Success: Last Call to Register for NJSBA’s Leadership Conference - Calming the Waters of Turbulent Seas
As part of the Leadership Conference series, the New Jersey School Boards Association will host part two of “Calming the Waters of Turbulent Seas” on Friday, June 23, 2023.
One Week Left to Secure Your Early-Bird Group Registration Discount for Workshop 2023
When you register for NJSBA’s Workshop 2023, you will be joining thousands of school leaders and affirming your commitment to public education. Become a superhero by registering for Workshop early!
Two School Districts Earn Grants for Apprenticeship Programs
The East Orange School District will receive a $597,600 grant and the Middlesex County Magnet School will receive a $134,380 grant under a program to support the creation and expansion of apprenticeships.
New Jersey Department of Education's Office of Special Education Issues Updated Materials
The New Jersey Department of Education's Office of Special Education recently issued an advisory informing schools and educators about new and updated special education materials on its website.
Annual School Elections Candidate Petition Deadline Approaching
This year’s November Annual School Election will be held Nov. 7, 2023. The deadline for candidates to submit their nominating petition to the county clerk is 4 p.m., July 31, 2023.
NJSBA’s Annual School Leader Awards: Call for Entries
The New Jersey School Boards Association is now accepting entries for the 2023 School Leader Awards.
NJAC Foundation Awards Almost $90K in Scholarships to County Vocational-Technical High School Graduates
This annual scholarship program rewards county vocational-technical school graduates who will attend a New Jersey public institution for their post-secondary education.