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April 7, 2026 VOL XLIX NO. 33
An open curling map on a blue background with a teal to green gradient landscape with land shapes and a silhouette of children walking a red dotted line path. There are three gold and blue hot air balloons with pencil tip baskets. In the center The words Workshop 2026 is written in a modern cursive font in lime green with a teal and dark blue drop shadow.

Workshop 2026 Registration & Housing Now Open

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NJSBA Announces ‘Innovations in Special Education’ Award Winners

The New Jersey School Boards Association will honor three innovative special education programs during Special Education Week, May 10-16, 2026.

School Board Notes • April 7, 2026

VOL XLIX NO. 33

2025 Unsung Superhero in Education Spotlight: Vanessa Abbadessa

In a new spotlight feature, School Board Notes recognizes Dumont educator Vanessa Abbadessa.

Decisions Adopted by the School Ethics Commission on March 24, 2026 – Part I

At its meeting on March 24, 2026, the School Ethics Commission made several decisions.

Notice of Meeting of the New Jersey School Boards Association Resolutions Subcommittee

The New Jersey School Boards Association Resolutions Subcommittee meeting will be held remotely on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 6 p.m.

NJDOE Announces Literacy Grant Opportunities

The New Jersey Department of Education recently announced three grant opportunities to support local education agencies in literacy instruction.

NJSBA’s Technology Conference Returns June 5

The NJSBA Technology Conference will make its long-awaited return on Friday, June 5 at Mercer County Community College.

Register for NJSBA’s Spring School Law Forum on June 11

Registration is now open for the New Jersey School Boards Association’s Spring School Law Forum.

High School Voter Registration Week to be Held April 13-19

The New Jersey Department of Education recently released a memo regarding New Jersey High School Voter Registration Week and 2025-2026 Statement of Assurances.

Upcoming Webinars

We are excited to share news about several upcoming webinars that NJSBA will be offering! Discover what’s in store and register for the programs that interest you the most.