• School Ethics Commission Dismisses Certain Matters at October Meeting

  At its Oct. 17 meeting, the School Ethics Commission dismissed four matters that came before it.

• NJDOE Provides Information on RAPID and RAPID Plus Literacy Initiatives

  Two professional learning initiatives designed to support and bolster literacy instruction in kindergarten through grade six are being implemented statewide, according to an NJDOE advisory.

• Nominations Sought for Qualified Educators to Serve on Science Assessment Committees

  The NJDOE announced that it is seeking nominations from local educational agencies for a diverse and experienced pool of educators and curriculum supervisors to participate on science assessment committees.

• NJDOE Offers Support to Military Families Seeking a Career in Teaching

  The New Jersey Department of Education recently issued an update on its efforts to support military personnel and spouses who wish to pursue a career in teaching.

• Position Open: Educational Leadership Foundation of New Jersey Seeks Executive Director

  The Educational Leadership Foundation of New Jersey is seeking an executive director to lead the day-to-day operations and finances of the nonprofit foundation and to serve as the program development officer.

• State Board Acts on Various Items at November Meeting

  At its November meeting, the New Jersey State Board of Education heard updates and acted on various items.

• U.S. Department of Education Reminds Schools of Their Legal Obligation to Address Discrimination, Including Harassment

  A new Dear Colleague Letter reminds schools of their legal obligations under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 to provide all students, including students who are or are perceived to be Jewish, Israeli, Muslim, Arab, or Palestinian,...

• STEAM Tank Challenge Winners Shine at Workshop 2023 in Atlantic City

  Thousands of students pitched their creative and innovative ideas at this year’s STEAM Tank at the New Jersey School Boards Association’s Workshop in Atlantic City, Oct. 23-26.

• Discover Strategies for Empowering Your Staff and Students at NJSBA’s Leadership Conference

  The New Jersey School Boards Association will host its Leadership Conference: “Everyone Moving Forward Together!” on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023, at Crowne Plaza in Plainsboro.

• Informational Sessions Scheduled for New Jersey Student Climate Challenge

  Two informational sessions have been scheduled for the New Jersey Student Climate Challenge, according to an announcement from Sustainable Jersey.