NJDOE Announces Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Educational Resources
The webpage will assist school districts with incorporating equity, diversity and inclusion in the curriculum.
USDOE Updates Fact Sheet on Meal Programs for Students
On Jan. 12, the U.S. Department of Education updated its fact sheet on its waivers related to certain meal programs.
ARP ESSER Roundtable Series to Continue Jan. 26
The next roundtable, to be held Jan. 26, will focus on braiding and blending federal funds, including ESSER funds, to support learning acceleration, social-emotional learning and mental health.
NJSBA Board of Directors to Meet Jan. 28
The meeting, which will be held remotely, is open to the public.
NJSBA Audit Committee to Meet Jan. 28
The meeting, which will be held remotely, is open to the public.
Gov. Murphy Highlights Investments in Schools During State of the State Address
Speaking at an empty theater at the Trenton War Memorial Jan. 11, Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his fourth State of the State address, which highlighted investments in public schools.
Mask Mandate in Schools Extended as Governor Reinstates Public Health Emergency
The governor’s declaration in Executive Order No. 281 is meant to ensure that the state can respond to the continued threat of COVID-19 and the rapidly spreading Omicron variant.
School Board Member Spotlight: Jason Velante Sr.
In our new School Board Member spotlight feature, which we’re kicking off this month to celebrate Gov. Phil Murphy proclaiming January 2022 as School Board Recognition Month, Velante shares what he’s learned on his school board member journey, why he...
Debra Zoller Recognized for 20 Years of Service on East Rutherford Board
Debra Zoller, who served on the East Rutherford Board of Education in Bergen County for 20 years before leaving the board at the end of 2021, was honored with a plaque marking her 20 years of service at the board’s...
Legislative Update: Legislature Closes out 2020-21 Session; Governor Signs Education Measures as Dozens More Await Action
On Monday, Jan. 10, the State Senate and General Assembly held their final voting sessions of the 2020-2021 legislative sessions and sent dozens of bills to Gov. Phil Murphy’s desk, including several that affect New Jersey’s public schools.
