PARCC Test Impact Reduced for Teacher Evaluations
The New Jersey Department of Education announced on Aug. 31 that the weight of PARCC tests in annual teacher evaluations will be reduced from 30 percent to 5 percent for the new school year.
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 11, 2018 • Vol. XLII No. 7
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NJDOE: Mandatory Recess Law Goes into Effect in 2019-2020
The New Jersey Department of Education issued a memo this week clarifying that the law mandating a daily 20-minute recess period for students in grades kindergarten through five will take effect in September 2019.
'Misplaced' Teacher Escapes Inefficiency Charges
On Aug. 28, the Appellate Division of the Superior Court overturned tenure charges for inefficiency brought against an elementary teacher who had been assigned to a teaching position without having the proper endorsements.
State Health Benefits Task Force Launches Website, Solicits Public Input
Gov. Phil Murphy signed an executive order establishing a task force to recommend cost-effective strategies for delivering health care to public employees and retirees who receive their health benefits through the State and School Employees Health Benefits Programs.
Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul Concert at Workshop 2018
Steven Van Zandt and his band, the Disciples of Soul, will present a special concert event at Workshop 2018 on Tuesday, Oct. 23 at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City.
August 2018 Monthly Minute Covers Education News
NJSBA's newest Monthly Minute video recaps New Jersey's major educational news for August 2018.
Special Event Oct. 2: Educational Opportunities for the Non-College-Bound Learner
The NJSBA Task Force on Educational Opportunities for Non-College Bound Learners will discuss the findings of its report during a special forum on Tuesday, Oct. 2 at North Brunswick Township High School, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
New Jersey Education Groups Urge Schools to Institute Military Opportunities Day
NJSBA, with other major education groups in the state, recently sent a letter to superintendents and board presidents urging public schools to institute an annual “Military Opportunities Day” between September and November.
NJSBA to Offer I-STEAM Education Trip on Oct. 2
NJSBA is offering a trip to the National Guard Training Center in Sea Girt. The program will focus on I-STEAM-related career pathway options, use of technology, and other student achievement topics.
NSBA Now Accepting Nominations for Magna Awards
The National School Boards Association is accepting nominations for its Magna Awards program, which recognizes school district innovation and creativity in helping to increase student achievement. Nominations are due Oct. 31.