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School Board Notes

June 3, 2025 VOL. XLVIII NO. 42
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Young Innovators Tackle Real-World Issues at NJSBA/U.S. Army STEAM Tank Challenge Finals 

Teams of talented high school students were awarded thousands in prize money for their interesting and innovative ideas.

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Legislative Update: Senate Holds Voting Session, Sends No-Fee Lunch Payment Bill to Governor's Desk

In addition to approving no-fee option for student lunches, the state Senate also moved forward with legislation to create a chronic absenteeism task force.

A Message from NJSBA President Tammeisha D. Smith

On May 29, the NJSBA president emailed an announcement to the Association’s members regarding changes to the Board of Directors.

Students Are Offered Free Field Trips to 9/11 Memorial and Museum

Trips will help students understand the history and lessons of the Sept. 11, 2001 attack.

Essex County School Boards Association Ends School Year with an Assemblywoman, County Teacher of the Year, and Elections

This year, 13 board members were recognized for their collective 130 years of service to their communities.

Decisions Adopted by the School Ethics Commission at its May 20 Meeting

Complaints were investigated concerning an ad campaign during a school election, and a board member who consulted a private attorney.

NJSBA Honors School Board Members of the Year at Annual Celebration

Charles Caraballo, of the Bloomingdale Board of Education, was honored as the latest Board Member of the Year.

Education Matters Podcast: Labor and Management Education Associations Working Together in Passaic County

See the history and benefits of groups collaborating on a training course and student program.