Legislative Update: Governor Murphy Signs Final Set of Bills into Law as Term Ends
In the final week of his term, Governor Phil Murphy signed several bills into law.
01/20/2026
Topics: School Law
Commissioner Nominee Begins Tenure with Visit to NJSBA
On Jan. 16, 2026, Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill announced Lily Laux as her nominee to be the next Commissioner of Education.
01/20/2026
Voters Decide Two Proposed Tax Levy Questions in January 2026 School Board Special Elections
Voters in Mount Arlington and Ocean Gate will go to the polls on Jan. 27, to vote on tax levy questions.
01/20/2026
Semiannual Delegate Assembly: Second Notice of Resolutions Cutoff Date
Official notice of resolution cutoff dates for Delegate Assembly.
01/20/2026
Topics: School Law
Rise & Thrive at NJSBA’s 3rd Annual Women’s Leadership Conference
The New Jersey School Boards Association’s Women’s Leadership Conference will take place on Friday, March 20, 2026.
01/20/2026
Topics: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Professional Development
NJDOE Releases Updated Guidance on Bell-to-Bell Cell Phone Policies
On Thursday, Jan. 15, the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) released an updated version of their Guidance for Schools on Student Use of Internet-Enabled Devices
01/20/2026
Topics: School Law, Student Wellness
Filing of 2026 Personal/Relative and Financial Disclosure Statements
A memo providing key deadlines for completing Personal/Relative and Financial Disclosure Statements.
01/20/2026
Topics: Board Policy
Notice of Virtual Meeting of the New Jersey School Boards Association Board of Directors
The New Jersey School Boards Association’s Board of Directors meeting will be held on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, at 7 p.m.
01/20/2026
Topics: Board Governance
Upcoming Webinar: The New Blueprint for Cybersecurity Education
In an upcoming webinar, learn how Aspire CyberIQ can help your district be prepared for cyber incidents.
01/20/2026
Topics: Career and Technical Learning, School Safety
New Jersey School Boards Association Employment Opportunity: Senior Manager, Policy
The NJSBA is seeking a Senior Manager to support the Legal, Labor Relations, & Policy Services department.
01/21/2026