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NJSBA provides news and publications, conducts research, and offers resources to help board members, parents, and the general public advocate for our schools.

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News/Publications

  • School Board Notes

    New Jersey’s weekly education news report offers up-to-date information on legislation, court decisions and other developments affecting school districts.

  • School Leader Magazine

    NJSBA’s quarterly magazine focuses on trends and issues of interest to boards of education and their top administrators.

  • Daily Clips

    Each weekday, Daily Clips offers a roundup of education articles from around the state and around the country.

  • Purnell Perspectives

    In his Perspectives column Dr. Timothy Purnell, NJSBA’s executive director, provides important insights on the world of education.

  • Capitol Watch

    The quarterly newsletter of NJSBA’s Governmental Relations Department, updates school leaders on legislation that could impact school districts.

  • Monthly Grounds

    The monthly newsletter of the Legal Department provides members and school law attorneys with a brief summary and overview of the most recent and noteworthy decisions issued by the Commissioner of Education and the School Ethics Commission.

  • Conversations on New Jersey Education

    NJSBA presents a forum to explore education issues and the impact of state-level politics on New Jersey’s public school districts, hosted by Ray Pinney, of NJSBA.

  • Press Releases

    Keep up with the latest announcements from NJSBA.

  • Legal Notices

    Pursuant to P.L. 2025 c. 72, the New Jersey School Boards Association has established this webpage listing all notices required to be published by P.L. 2025 c. 72.

Resources & Research

  • Resources Library

    Get insights and best practices on school finance, negotiations, cybersecurity and much more.

  • Webinar Recordings

    Get insights and best practices on school finance, negotiations, cybersecurity and much more.

  • Research Projects

    Read NJSBA’s most recent research, from sustainable schools to school security and student health and wellness.

  • Election & Bond Issue Data

    NJSBA provides information and statistics on school construction, school elections and school district negotiations.

  • School Board FAQs

    Who serves on the school board? The school board consists of lay representatives – people who live in the community and are selected by the community (or, if it’s an appointed school board, selected by either the mayor or county…

  • Resources for School Board Recognition Month

    January is the annual School Board Recognition Month in New Jersey. 

Specifically For…

  • New Board Members

     

     

  • Board Presidents

    Board Leadership Board Reorganization Leading Effective Meetings: Agendas Parliamentary Procedure Public Comment Consensus Building Board Votes Lawful and Ethical Meetings Code of Ethics for Board Members Open Public Meetings Act Executive Session Board-Superintendent Partnership Resources for All Board Members

  • Delegates

    The twice-yearly meeting of the full NJSBA membership sets the policies that determine the Association’s position on educational issues, establishes Bylaws that govern its operations, and elects the NJSBA’s Officers.

  • School Board Candidates

    NJSBA’s Candidate Kit provides vital resources, as well as links to important websites for anyone considering running for their local school board.