• Readers Forum: How Public School Leaders Can Plan During a Pandemic

  The coronavirus is testing the leadership capabilities of boards of education.

• Legally Speaking: Employee Leave During the Pandemic

  Recently enacted laws addressing the impact of COVID-19 increase paid leave benefits for employees.

• Policy Update: Policies in the Age of a Pandemic

  NJSBA has recently received policy queries on a range of COVID-19 related issues. Here are answers to some common questions.

• NJSBA at Your Service: Social Distance-Friendly Training

  Access top-notch virtual events with a few clicks.

• School Security Remains a Legislative Priority

  An update on the latest security-related laws

• Rethinking Lockdown Drills, Post COVID-19

  A social worker discusses how schools can make drills less traumatic for children

• Emergency Planning for Students with Disabilities

  Students with special needs also have special needs in school safety planning

• Striving for Normality: A Day in the Life of a Distance Learner 

  The switch from classroom to distance learning was abrupt and challenging. A long-time educator, who is also a board member, provides a glimpse into the experiences of students and teachers.

  

• Searching for a ‘New Normal’ as Educators Struggle to Find a Way to Safely Reopen Schools

  NJSBA’s special report examines the challenges facing schools in the months ahead.

  

• Meeting the Needs of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Students

  Legislation signed last summer will help support the success of students who are deaf or hard of hearing.