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September 14, 2026 VOL XLIX NO. 51
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NJSBA Legislative Committee to Meet Oct. 3, 2026

The agenda includes approval of minutes from the previous meeting and a guest speaker.

NJSBA Releases Latest Round of Policy Updates

The critical information covers a range of topics.

NJSBA Seeks Editorial Director of Content and Marketing

The deadline to apply is Oct. 1, 2026.

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NJSBA Seeks Quality Controls Coordinator

The deadline to apply is Oct. 1, 2026.

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Voters Decide Construction Questions in Special School Election 

Statewide, the New Jersey School Boards Association is providing results of six boards of education with proposals on the ballot.

State Board of Education Discusses Educator Effectiveness Regulations and Adopts Adaptive Assessment Cut Scores at September Meeting 

Members of the State Board of Education have drafted a new strategic plan targeting early excellence, student supports, inspired instruction and future pathways.

NJDOE Seeks Nominations for 2026-2027 Governor's Educator of the Year Recognition Program

Winners selected by the Dec. 4, 2026, deadline will be recognized by their County Office of Education.

Legislative Update: Assembly Education Committee Considers Package of Bills on School District Fiscal Health 

NJSBA is monitoring all bills relevant to boards of education and will continue to share timely updates.

Governor Sherrill Promotes "Stay Well, Learn Well" Back-to-School Initiative

The New Jersey Department of Health is partnering with the public health and healthcare community to ensure the success of this initiative.

NJDOE Announces Several Professional Development Opportunities for Educators

Professional development opportunities include in-person workshops and live webinars.

NJDOE Establishes Cut Scores for NJSLA-A Assessments

As of fall 2025, the state assessment shifted to an adaptive model.