NJSBA’s 3Rs: Roles, Responsibilities, and Resources
This webinar is designed to educate our newly elected board members; however, it will be informative and useful to established board members as well. Topics include: • The functions of a board of education • Board member responsibilities • Services available to you from NJSBA • Strategies and tips to survive and thrive in your first year of service
Candidate’s Briefing
This webinar is designed to educate individuals running for their local school board. It covers essential topics to help candidates understand the responsibilities and legal requirements of board membership.
The Wild Goose Chase: Finding and Recruiting New Board Members
In today’s increasingly complex educational environment, it is important we have board members ready and willing to meet the challenges. To avoid the chase for a wild goose, join us while we discuss how to seek out new members who possess the desire, willingness and skills to round out our school boards teams.
Candidates Briefing: Regional Informational Program for School Board Candidates
The New Jersey School Boards Association (NJSBA), a non-regulatory, statewide association of all public school districts in New Jersey, provides support to all our school boards and school board members. NJSBA is here to help you, beginning now!
The New Jersey School Boards Association is proud to host a virtual webinar version of the popular Candidates Briefing to address the structure and responsibilities of local school boards in New Jersey. Participants will receive pertinent information on topics including:
• An overview on the role of the board member;
• Legal requirements, including criminal background checks and financial disclosures;
• The board as a policy making body;
• Mandated Training requirements;
• Ethical considerations to avoid conflicts of interest;
• Resources available to board members.
What School Board Candidates Should Know About Campaign Finance Information and Disclosure
School board candidates, like others seeking elected office, must comply with New Jersey’s campaign finance laws. In this webinar we will discuss the information that needs to be maintained and disclosed, as well as the dates for submitting reports. We will also discuss some of the nuances concerning the receipt of contributions and the expenses associated with campaigns.
What School Board Candidates Should Know About Campaign Finance Information and Disclosure
School board candidates, like others seeking elected office, must comply with New Jersey’s campaign finance laws. In this webinar we will discuss the information that needs to be maintained and disclosed, as well as the dates for submitting reports. We will also discuss some of the nuances concerning the receipt of contributions and the expenses associated with campaigns.
Changes in Mandated Training Requirements for New School Board Members
As the state-designated provider of mandated training, the New Jersey School Boards Association is responsible for providing mandated training to board members and trustees. Training is available at no cost to members and provided in numerous ways, including in-person, live online and self-paced — making it accessible to everyone who needs it. The State Board of Education’s recent introduction of a 90-day requirement for completion of the Governance I for new board members starts in April 2023. This means that all new board members must complete the mandated training within 90 days of taking office. This new requirement, initiated by the School Ethics Commission, is aimed at ensuring that all board members have up-to-date knowledge and understanding of their roles and responsibilities. You can find more information about the new requirements here. Join us on Wednesday, April 5, for a webinar explaining the changes and how it impacts boards of education throughout the state.