
School Board Notes
New Jersey's weekly education report offers up-to-date information on legislation, court decisions and other developments affecting school districts.
October 16, 2019 • Vol. XLIII No. 12

Articles
NJSBA Releases Major Report on Need for Student Mental Health Services
Study focuses on countering isolation, depression.
Governor Outlines Plans to Address Lead Crisis
The governor has proposed that all children be tested for lead exposure before they begin school.
Mixed Decision in Sick Leave Arbitration Case
PERC sustained the board’s decision to require a doctor’s note from the grievant for future absences, but denied the board’s imposition of a three-day period to submit the doctor’s note.
Featured Workshop 2019 Program: Public-Private Partnerships
Representatives of three communities will share their success stories during the annual session co-sponsored by the League of Municipalities.
NJDOE Announces Dates for Tests
Paper-based and computer-based assessments have been scheduled for spring 2020.
New Jersey Students Invited to Participate in Mock Election
This year’s mock election is supported by The Alice Paul Institute, N.J. Women Vote, and the New Jersey Historical Commission.
Podcast: Once You Are Elected, What Do You Need to Know?
Podcast scheduled to air on Oct. 30 at 7 p.m.
Workshop Ethics Reminder
Guidelines offered to avoid ethics conflicts.
Meeting Notice: NJSBA Executive Committee
The meeting is scheduled for 1 p.m. on Nov. 6.
NJSBA Delegate Assembly Handbook Mailing
Register by Oct. 24 to receive handbook in the mail.
County Scene: Somerset
County association board members heard a presentation on vaping.
Job Posting: NJSBA Staff Accountant
The full-time position offers a minimum salary of $76,874 per year.
N.J. Now Has 580 Local School Boards
Merger in Cape May County changes number.