Application Deadline Approaching: STEAM Tank Challenge
A reminder that the application deadline for the 2026 STEAM Tank Challenge is approaching.
Updates on Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Audit Reports Due Date for LEAs Requiring the 2025 Compliance Supplement
The Department of Education recently provided local educational agencies (LEAs), public school accountants, and public school auditors with important updates regarding submission of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 audit reports.
School Board Notes • December 23, 2025
Legislative Update: Lame Duck Continues and Key Box Legislation Advances
Several committees recently met and provided updates on several bills.
2026 Garden State Film Festival
The New Jersey School Boards Association invites students to submit entries into its sponsored category of the annual Garden State Film Festival.
NJSBA Staff Member Appointed to Garden State Esports Board of Directors
NJSBA Quality Control Specialist Michael Kvidahl has been appointed to the Board of Directors for Garden State Esports.
Appellate Division Issues Decision Regarding a Board’s Discussions of Candidate(s) to Fill a Board Vacancy
The New Jersey Superior Court, Appellate Division (Appellate Division), recently addressed a board of education’s authority and obligations when filling a vacancy.
Decisions Adopted by the School Ethics Commission on Nov. 25, 2025: Part III
Last week’s article reviewed half of the 20 advisory opinions that the SEC voted to make public at its meeting on Nov. 25, 2025. This week’s article examines the remaining 10 advisory opinions.
“Education Matters” Podcast: Preparing for Your Board’s Reorganization Meeting
On Monday, Dec. 15, a new episode of NJSBA’s podcast, Education Matters, was released. Learn more about the exciting topic discussed.
School Board Notes • December 16, 2025