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School Board Notes

September 26, 2026 • VOL XLIX NO. 53

NJSBA Names the 2026-2027 School Board Member of the Year

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NJSBA Announces “Battle of the Counties”

This annual challenge will run from July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.

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Legislative Update: Governor Signs Student Mental Health Law and Assembly Holds First Voting Session of Fall 

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

NJSBA Officers and Staff Meet with New Jersey Congressional Offices on Capitol Hill

During the visit, the NJSBA’s officers and staff met with policy advisors from nine congressional offices.

Health Benefits: NJ Treasury Division of Pension and Benefits Announces New SEHBP Open Enrollment Dates  

The open enrollment period will be held this year from Oct. 26, 2026, through Oct. 31, 2026. 

Notice of the Meeting of the New Jersey School Boards Association Resolutions Subcommittee

In accordance with the Open Public Meetings Act, notice is hereby provided of two meetings of the New Jersey School Boards Association’s Resolutions Subcommittee (“RSC”). The meeting has been scheduled to take place as a virtual meeting on Tuesday, Oct....

NJSBA Presents Women at Workshop on Thursday, Oct. 22

This program is free, but due to limited space, pre-registration is required.

ELFNJ to Host Immersive Arts Program at Grounds for Sculpture on Nov. 9

As part of the day’s programming, participants will embark on a guided tour.

Upcoming Webinars: Quarterly Policy Update, School Security, Cyber Awareness Training

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.

NJDOE Invites Public to Participate in Regional Forums on School Funding

Feedback shared will be recorded and considered as part of this outreach effort.

School Districts Encouraged to Participate in State Seal of Biliteracy Program

Graduating students who have demonstrated proficiency in English and one or more additional languages are eligible for this honor.

Decisions Adopted by the School Ethics Commission on Sept. 22, 2026

The next regularly scheduled meeting will take place on Oct. 27, 2026.

U.S. Department of Justice Opens STOP School Violence Program Grants to Districts

School districts are one of several entities eligible to apply.