Michael Geraghty, the State of New Jersey’s Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) and Director of the NJ Cybersecurity and Communications Integration Cell (NJCCIC) will discuss how expecting schools to defend against criminal syndicates, who are able to launch cyberattacks from anywhere in the world day or night, is unrealistic. A more cost-effective and resilient approach is to adopt a collective defense model, allowing for collaboration on detection and sharing intelligence.

Evaluation of the superintendent’s performance is one of a school board’s statutorily-required, and most important, responsibilities. Whether you are a new board member or just looking for a refresher, join us as we explore the components of the evaluation process and tips for completing the process effectively and efficiently.

This session will explore the transformative potential of AI, highlighting its benefits, including personalized learning and improved outcomes. Participants will gain insight into strategies and ethical guidelines to make informed decisions about AI implementation in education. Join us for a dynamic dialogue on the future of education.

As boards of education enter the busy negotiations session, they are invited to join the NJSBA labor staff for a session designed to prepare school districts for negotiations. Get out your notebooks and learn how to prepare for an efficient and effective negotiations cycle.

Brian Lau and Michael Esolda (former IT Director of Woodbridge) from D2 Cybersecurity discuss why the education sector is the highest “at-risk” target for cyber security attacks and what you can do as a board member to secure your student’s data and district’s operational maintainability. Discover the five things that make your district more secure, in an affordable and scalable way, that align with insurance policies requirements coming in your next renewal. Leave with questions to ask your IT staff on what they are doing to ensure your school is prepared.

School Climate and School Culture are terms that can evoke varied emotions among individuals. As a board member, you serve as the governing body for the district, and these two influential factors in student achievement may be unfamiliar to you. We invite you to participate in an open conversation hosted by NJSBA’s Professional Learning Department, where we will explore the authentic meanings of School Climate and School Culture. Understanding why these aspects are crucial for student success, we will delve into how data can inform your decision-making process, the key questions to consider from a broad perspective, and the ways in which the dynamics at the board table can impact the overall district.

Join us as we identify the role of board members in developing the district budget and establishing a budget calendar in accordance with statute and code. Participants will gain a better understanding of the implications of you’re the district’s budget and how it supports student achievement.

The last few weeks on any legislative session – commonly referred to as the “lame duck” session – are an incredibly busy time at the New Jersey State House. And the end of the 2022-2023 session was no exception. Please join NJSBA governmental relations staff for a presentation on noteworthy legislation affecting school districts and students that has recently been signed into law, and several other measures that did not quite make it to the finish line, but could resurface as the 2024-2025 legislative session gets underway.

This insightful presentation delves deep into innovative strategies for ensuring internet equity and optimal utilization of E-Rate funding towards mobile connectivity. Join us as we unravel potential solutions to bridge the digital divide, paving the way for a more connected and inclusive future.