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April 19, 2022 Vol. XLV No. 35
Learning Standards Come Under Scrutiny

New Jersey Department of Education to Review Certain Learning Standards at Governor’s Request

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Find out How to Boost Your Influence at NJSBA’s PR Forum

On June 10, join Glenn Proctor for a meaningful session on how you can become more effective in your leadership role. Proctor is a certified professional coach, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, retired newspaper editor, mental health advocate and instructor, author, former...

PCTVS Names Softball Field in Honor of Longtime Former Board President, Albert A. Alexander

Passaic County Technical-Vocational Schools recognized the service of Albert A. Alexander, a former board of education member and board president, with the naming of the PCTVS softball field in his honor.

Scott Downie, Principal of Spiezle Architectural Group, Shares Insights on School Security

Scott Downie, principal of Spiezle Architectural Group, recently participated in a school security roundtable in the latest issue of School Leader magazine. In this interview, he shares more insights on the topic, including how schools can more effectively navigate school...

Take This Survey to Help Develop an Electric Bus Strategy

The data collected from the survey will help develop a funding strategy to replace all of the state’s school buses with electric buses by 2035. Most school buses in New Jersey run on diesel fuel.

Marlene A. McConnell Recognized for 30 Years of Service

Marlene A. McConnell from Gloucester County was recognized with a plaque honoring her 30 years of service as a board member.

U.S. Department of Education Releases Equity Action Plan

The U.S. Department of Education recently released its inaugural equity action plan to advance racial equity and support for underserved communities through the federal government.

NJSBA Joins the NJDOE in Celebrating Autism Awareness Month

In recognition of Autism Awareness Month, which is celebrated every April, the New Jersey School Boards Association joins the New Jersey Department of Education in urging educators, students and parents to learn more about autism spectrum disorder.

Advanced Placement Test Fees Can be Offset for Low-Income Students

The advanced placement test fee for the 2021-2022 school year will be offset with support from the College Board and the New Jersey Department of Education for students enrolled in an AP class and who qualify as low-income, according to...

New Jersey School Boards Association Legislative Committee to Meet May 6, 2023

Notice is hereby served of the regular meeting of the NJSBA Legislative Committee, to be held on Saturday, May 6. The meeting will commence at 9:00 a.m. The meeting will be held remotely.