Legislative Update: Senate Advances Bill That Would Expand Excused Absences
Both the Senate and Assembly held voting sessions this week and advanced legislation affecting schools in New Jersey.
A Recap of the 3rd Annual Women’s Leadership Conference
On Friday, March 20, NJSBA held its 3rd Annual Women’s Leadership Conference.
Upcoming Webinars: What’s Brewing in Education Law; NJSBA Policy Briefing: Key Updates for Districts and Charter Schools
We are excited to share news about several upcoming webinars that NJSBA will be offering! Discover what’s in store and register for the programs that interest you the most.
“Education Matters” Podcast: Discussing the Challenges in Education with the NJ Superintendent of the Year
On Thursday, March 19, a new episode of NJSBA’s podcast, Education Matters, was released. Learn more about the exciting topic discussed.
NJSBA’s Nominating Committee to Present Officer Candidate for Special Election at May Meeting
At the Association’s bi-annual meeting on May 16, 2026, the NJSBA nominating committee will present a candidate for election to the office of Vice President for Legislation/Resolutions.
Governor Sherrill, Assemblywoman Katz Highlight Kids’ Online Safety Agenda, Legislation
On March 18, 2026, Governor Sherrill visited the Lenape Regional High School District’s Cherokee High School to highlight her Kids’ Online Safety agenda.
NJDOE Announces Additional Round of Applications for CTE Expansion Grant
The New Jersey Department of Education recently announced the opening of an additional round of applications for the Securing Our Children’s Future Bond Act.
NJDOE to Host Annual Criminal History and School Bus Safety Training Program
The New Jersey Department of Education recently announced that the Office of Student Safety and School Preparedness, in collaboration with the Office of Student Protection and the Office of School Bus Safety, will be hosting its fourth annual Criminal History and School Bus Safety Training Program.
NJDOE Announces Paraprofessional Grant Opportunity
The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) recently posted a notice of a grant opportunity for the Paraprofessional grant program.
NJDOE Designates the 2025-2028 Cohort of Model Programs for Dual Language Immersion and World Languages
The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) recently announced the designation of five local educational agencies as Model Programs for Dual Language Immersion and World Languages.