Governor Murphy Signs Cell Phone Ban into Law
Governor Phil Murphy recently signed legislation requiring New Jersey schools to adopt policies restricting the use of cell phones and other internet-enabled devices in K-12 schools.
Decisions Adopted by the School Ethics Commission on Dec. 16, 2025
At its Dec. 16, 2025 meeting, the School Ethics Commission took several actions.
State Board of Education Presents NJSBA with Resolution in Honor of School Board Recognition Month
At its Jan. 7, 2026, meeting, the State Board of Education presented a resolution in honor of New Jersey School Board Recognition Month.
School Board Notes • January 13, 2026
NJSBA Partners with NJETA to Foster Excellence in Education Technology
The New Jersey School Boards Association (NJSBA) announced a strategic partnership with the New Jersey Education and Technology Association (NJETA) to provide critical, cohesive, and fiscally responsible technology support to school leaders throughout the state.
Notice of Resolutions Cutoff Date
Official notice of resolution cutoff dates for Delegate Assembly.
NJSBA’s 3rd Annual Women’s Leadership Conference Returns March 20th
The New Jersey School Boards Association’s Women’s Leadership Conference will take place on Friday, March 20, 2026.
Registration Open for New Board Member Orientation Weekend
Information on how new board members may fulfill their training requirements through a weekend orientation program.
Legislative Update: Governor Signs Law Establishing Chronic Absenteeism Task Force
Several committees recently met and enacted a new law relevant to boards of education.
NJDOE Releases 2026 School Election and Budget Procedures Calendar
The 2026 School Election and Budget Procedures Calendar has been released.