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Advocacy
Access NJSBA’s Advocacy Agenda and sample resolutions and connect with lawmakers in Trenton and Washington by visiting the NJSBA website at resources-for-advocacy.
School-Board-Notes, June 9, 2026
LEAD STORY: NJSBA Unsung Superhero in Education Spotlight: Leo Foy.
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Chalkbeat
New NAEP data reveals telling divide between older and younger students after the pandemic
While 9-year-olds showed signs of academic progress, students in middle grades 13-year-olds were still struggling as of a year ago, according to NAEP’s long-term trend assessment that’s been measuring achievement since the 1970s.
MyCentralJersey.com
Branchburg 4th grader honored by NJ after alerting neighbors to fire (MSN.com)
Noah Sutton-McMillan is a hero. Thanks to his quick actions, no one was injured in the March 18 fire that ravaged the Red Rock Preserve apartment complex on Old York Road in Branchburg, leaving 23 families homeless.
NJ Spotlight News
Who wields the power as budget comes together in Trenton?
The state constitution allows a governor to cancel some planned spending — and gives lawmakers a chance to get it through anyway.
New Jersey Globe
Sherrill pushes targeted tutoring proposal in Franklin school visit
Gov. Mikie Sherrill is back on the trail, this time pushing a $15 million budget proposal to fund targeted tutoring in New Jersey’s schools.
APinto.net
Red Bank Schools Earn National Honor for Financial Excellence for Ninth Consecutive Year
Red Bank Borough Public Schools has once again been recognized on the national stage for its financial stewardship.
Ridge High School Wins State’s Top Play Honor for Second Consecutive Year
Ridge High School’s theater program has once again earned the highest recognition in New Jersey high school theater, taking home Best Play honors at the 2026 Montclair State University Theatre Night Awards.
