Position Open: NJSBA Seeks Manager of Policy
The New Jersey School Boards Association is seeking a manager of policy to provide policy services to boards of education.
New Board Member Orientation Weekend Attracts a Crowd
Almost a hundred recently elected board of education members attended New Board Member Orientation Weekend from Feb. 21 to Feb. 23 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Plainsboro.
Voters to Decide Construction Questions in March 11 Special Election
Statewide, the New Jersey School Boards Association has learned of 16 boards of education with construction proposals or other questions on the ballot.
NJSBA’s Legislative Committee to Meet Virtually on March 15
Notice is hereby served of the regular meeting of the NJSBA Legislative Committee to be held on Saturday, March 15. The meeting will commence at 9 a.m. The meeting will be held remotely.
‘Education Matters’ Highlights the Role of Board Members in HIB Investigations
A recent episode of “Education Matters” delved into how school districts approach harassment, intimidation and bullying complaints, along with the role board members play in this area.
Grant Program Supports School District Programs that Provide Hands-on Outdoor Education
NOAA’s Delaware Bay Watershed Education and Training grant program supports school district programs that provide hands-on outdoor education for students and teachers.
Notice of Changes to the Procedures for Mediation and Due Process Hearing Requests
The New Jersey Department of Education recently issued a memorandum outlining important updates to the procedures the Office of Special Education will follow when mediation and due process hearing requests are filed with the department.
NJDOE Announces the Creation of the Office of Learning Equity and Academic Recovery
LEAR has been established to transform New Jersey’s approach to literacy instruction and advance academic recovery.
School Board Notes • Feb. 25, 2025
Toolkit Available for Students Interested in Career and Technical Education
A new resource listing, “Explore Your Career Horizons,” has been developed for students, families and school counselors who are interested in a range of career and vocational areas.