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January 13, 2026 VOL XLIX NO. 21

State Board of Education Presents NJSBA with Resolution in Honor of School Board Recognition Month

At its Jan. 7, 2026, meeting, the State Board of Education presented a resolution in honor of New Jersey School Board Recognition Month.

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Governor Murphy Signs Cell Phone Ban into Law

Governor Phil Murphy recently signed legislation requiring New Jersey schools to adopt policies restricting the use of cell phones and other internet-enabled devices in K-12 schools.

Legislative Update: Flurry of Action During Final Week of Legislative Session

The Senate and Assembly recently held voting sessions to conclude the 2024-2025 legislative session.

Decisions Adopted by the School Ethics Commission on Dec. 16, 2025

At its Dec. 16, 2025 meeting, the School Ethics Commission took several actions.

Publication and Advertisement of Required Legal Notices

An update regarding recent changes in the requirements for the online publication and advertisement of required legal notices.

Governor Murphy Delivers Final State of the State Address

On Tuesday, Jan. 13, Governor Phil Murphy delivered his final State of the State address prior to the conclusion of his term on Jan. 20.

New Jersey School Boards Association Audit Committee to Meet

The New Jersey School Boards Association Audit Committee will meet remotely on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026.

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.

New Jersey School Boards Association Employment Opportunity: Director of Labor Relations

The NJSBA is seeking a Director of Labor Relations to support the Labor Relations department.

New Jersey School Boards Association Employment Opportunity: Paralegal

The NJSBA is seeking a paralegal to support the legal team.