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In addition to learning more details about Gov. Phil Murphy’s fiscal year 2026 proposed budget, several education-related bills moved through the Legislature in the past week.
Read MoreFor the second consecutive year, the administration proposes fully funding the School Funding Reform Act formula. This equates to approximately $12.06 billion in formula aid – a $386 million (3.3%) increase over fiscal year 2025.
State aid notices for the 2025-2026 school year can be found under “School Aid” in the New Jersey Department of Education’s Homeroom portal, the New Jersey Department of Education announced in an advisory.
Of the seven decisions considered for adoption, four were posted on the New Jersey Department of Education’s website; therefore, the remaining three matters – C31-24, C35-24, and C37-24 – remain pending.
On Feb. 26, Gov. Phil Murphy announced a cross-agency effort spanning the New Jersey Department of Education, the New Jersey Department of Children and Families and the New Jersey Department of Human Services to align preschool and childcare square footage requirements to a single standard.
The pre-employment transition services that are provided by DVRS or CBVI to a student should be coordinated with any other transition services, including those provided by the school district.
On Feb. 25, the Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District Board of Education was presented with a plaque honoring it for earning board certification from the New Jersey School Boards Association.
Dr. Timothy Purnell, executive director and CEO of NJSBA, acknowledged Janet Bamford’s 17 years of dedicated service in assisting local boards of education in their mission to advance the education of all children.
The New Jersey School Boards Association has a slate of engaging and timely webinars lined up, with more being added soon. Discover what’s in store and register for the programs that interest you the most.
Highlight your school’s exemplary programs and services for students with special needs by entering the Innovations in Special Education Award program.
NJSBA is looking for students to sing, dance and perform music to energize the audience, and in some instances kick off special events during the conference.
The conference will feature a keynote session, “Moving Toward More Equitable Schools,” presented by co-founder and chair of All In for Inclusive Education, LeDerick Horne.
This session will be presented by Laura Bishop; managing principal, Laura Bishop Communications; Allyson Roberts, president at Laura Bishop Communications; and Dr. Carol Birnbohm, superintendent of Lenape Regional High School District.
The Workshop 2025 “call for proposals” is now open. This is your opportunity to present a training session to thousands of education professionals from across the state.