Angelo DelliSanti, a leadership solutions strategist with Capturing Kids’ Hearts, was the latest guest on “Education Matters,” a video podcast hosted by Ray Pinney, chief membership engagement officer at the New Jersey School Boards Association.
Lawrence Township Public Schools and Mendham Borough School District were recently honored as recognized programs in the annual School Leader Awards, which highlights creative and effective programs that New Jersey schools are implementing to enhance student achievement.
Comparative data can provide boards with a sense of what other districts are agreeing to and how competitive their district is in various areas, such as pay and work time, as well as the overall negotiations climate, before sitting down at the negotiating table.
Originally enacted in 2002, OPRA has not undergone comprehensive amendment until now. The new legislation addresses many concerns that have been raised by custodians of records over the years.
Use of social media by school board members carries significant legal and ethical risks. So, is it possible to use social media while maintaining professionalism, protecting the integrity of the board and complying with legal and ethical obligations?
Now in its seventh year, NJM’s Share the Keys Program continues to spread awareness about the critical role parents and guardians play as their teen begins to drive.
In a world marred by divisive rhetoric and partisan bickering, the last place we should see political fragmentation is among our local boards of education.
I believe it is important to increase board member engagement and opportunities for board members to serve.
It is a time to honor the achievements of New Jersey’s special education students and the work of their teachers and to support the parents and school officials in the important work they do.
Dr. Tara Beams, who was previously the shared superintendent of Atlantic Highlands Elementary School, Highlands Elementary School and Henry Hudson Regional School, now heads the regional school district.
