School Board Notes
New Jersey's weekly education report offers up-to-date information on legislation, court decisions and other developments affecting school districts.
September 10, 2019 • Vol. XLIII No. 7
Articles
New Jersey Becomes First State to Provide Universal Access to Arts Education
Research links involvement in the arts with improved academic performance, and higher levels of college attendance.
Health Insurance Premium Rates to Drop in 2020
The School Employees Health Benefits Plan (SEHBP) rates for medical and prescription coverage will decline by 4.5% for active employees, and 4.8% for early retirees.
‘Who Does What in Public Education’ Now Available in Español
Both the English- and Spanish-language versions are available on the NJSBA website so that school districts can download and print copies for the public.
Court Reaffirms 90-Day Rule for Appeals to Commissioner of Education
The administrative law judge, commissioner and Appellate Division agreed that the petitioner's request was not filed on time.
State Board Reviews Student Performance Data
The NJDOE discussed the proposed timeline for the next generation of assessments to be implemented for the graduating class of 2025.
Be Aware of Possible Mercury Vapor Hazard
NJSBA provides information on the subject; Workshop will host expert panel discussion.
NJSBA's Monthly Minute: July/August
Elimination of superintendent pay cap and early start times for schools are among the topics covered.
Sept. 19 Deadline for Delegate Assembly Resolutions
All resolutions submitted for the Nov. 23, 2019 Semiannual Delegate Assembly must be received at NJSBA headquarters by 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19.
How to Help Victims of Hurricane Dorian
Links are provided to the Red Cross and other agencies that are accepting donations to help victims of the storm.
Public Notice of NJSBA Board of Directors Meeting
The Sept. 27 meeting starts at 7 p.m.
NJSBA Audit Committee to Meet
The Sept. 27 meeting starts at 5:30 p.m.