NJSBA NEWS & INFORMATION
New Grant Available – COPS School Violence Prevention Program (SVPP)
Designed for member districts looking to strengthen their school safety plans. , this program helps fund school safety technology, such as access controls, communication technology, and cameras needed to secure buildings and ensure the success of emergency plan management at K-12 districts.
The grant offers up to $500,000 in funding with a 25% cost match requirement. There is a two-step application process, with the first deadline on June 18, 2025, via Grants.gov, and the second on June 26, 2025, through JustGrants. More information about this grant program can be found here.
The NJSBA Grants Support Program helps members locate and access funding for essential services, professional development, classroom technology, and innovative projects. See below for a newly available grant.
School Board Notes 5/6/25
World Champion Quarterback Well BE Workshop 2025 Keynote Speaker
Mandatory Training
New Jersey state law requires new school board members and charter school trustees to attend training within 90 days of taking office.
NJSBA offers a One-Day New Board Member Orientation on May 17, 9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. – Register.
This program will be offered in person at NJSBA headquarters in Trenton. This free opportunity will allow you to complete your mandated training requirements and also share knowledge and connect with fellow school leaders working towards the same goals. Breakfast & lunch will be provided. Registration must be handled by your school business administrator. *Details for this event are subject to change.”
NEW JERSEY EDUCATION NEWS
6 abc Action News
Authorities in North Jersey are warning about a dangerous TikTok challenge. It involves sticking metal objects into Chromebook ports, which makes the laptop smoke.
Asbury Park Press
Lakewood Middle School enforcing strict dress code to thwart violence
The new directive appears to be an effort to stem the tide of increasing violence and misbehavior at the school, which was recently revealed in new state data released in March.
MyCentralJersey.com
Bound Brook students’ PSA on distracted driving to air later this year (on MSN.com)
Bound Brook High School students were in front and behind the camera earlier this spring in helping create a public service announcement (PSA) on safe driving.
NJ Spotlight News
Boom, bust or budget as is. Why these financial forecasts matter
Top state economy experts to brief lawmakers this week as budget nears final phase.
NATIONAL EDUCATION NEWS
Education Week
As Prices Go Up and Student Needs Rise, Teachers Are Filling in the Gaps
As schools and families tighten budgets, teachers spend more of their own money for their classes.
A Strengths-Based Guide to Assessing Student Progress (downloadable)
Help students succeed with clear rubrics that simplify grading and improve assessment consistency.
How Schools Build Dual-Language Programs for Less Commonly Taught Languages
There are unique challenges for instruction in less commonly taught languages.