NJSBA Wishes Former Board Member of the Year a Happy 99th Birthday
The New Jersey School Boards Association is sending out wishes for a very happy 99th birthday to Florence “Peggy” Saslow, who was named its Board Member of the Year in 2014.
Montville Board of Education Earns Carole E. Larsen Master Board Certification
The Montville Board of Education was honored with the Carole E. Larsen Master Board Certification at the Morris County School Boards Association’s meeting at Parsippany Hills High School June 16.
Dr. Karen Cortellino Honored with Irene LeFebvre Excellence in Boardsmanship Award
The award was established to honor a local school board member who exemplifies Irene LeFebvre’s dedicated service as a board member, her leadership, commitment, and significant contributions to the education of students in Morris County.
‘Dear Colleague Letter’ Shares Tips to Support Social-Emotional Development, Mental Health in Young Children
On June 14, the Departments of Education and Health and Human Services issued a Dear Colleague Letter with four recommendations to equitably support the social-emotional development and mental health of young children.
New Jersey’s Longest-Serving Board Member Honored with Building Dedication
Calvin L. Back, who was elected to the Middle Township Board of Education for the first time in 1962, was honored Monday, June 13, when the district named the high school’s performing arts center in his honor, according to a...
How to Access NJSBA’s June 13 Virtual School Security Program
The video of the program is available on demand to all for 30 days — to those who registered and attended the program, and to those who have not yet registered.
U.S. Department of Education Creates National Parents and Families Engagement Council
The U.S. Department of Education launched the National Parents and Families Engagement Council on June 14 to facilitate strong and effective relationships between schools, parents, families and caregivers.
Avoiding Tragedy: Stakeholders Gather for School Security Forum
Hundreds of attendees from the school community, members of law enforcement, public officials and others attended the New Jersey School Boards Association’s virtual forum, “School Security: Where Do We Go from Here?” on June 13.
Legislative Update: Mental Health and School Security Measures Advance; Legislature Continues to Push School Bus Driver Shortage Bills
On June 9, several committees convened and advanced various measures affecting New Jersey school districts.
Dr. Lawrence S. Feinsod Honored for Being a Sustainability Hero
Each month, the nonprofit organization that supports community efforts to reduce waste, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and improve environmental equity recognizes a local leader with an inspiring story about promoting sustainability.