What’s Brewing in Education Law? Coffee Talk With Kathy and Caitlin
What’s Brewing in Education Law? Coffee Talk With Kathy and Caitlin
Don’t have time to read the most recent Acting Commissioner of Education and School Ethics Commission decisions? You’re in luck! Kathy Whalen and Caitlin Pletcher, members of the NJSBA’s Legal Team, will debrief you in an hour, ensuring that you are provided with succinct summaries of the latest decisions from the Department of Education which may impact your education law clients.
What’s Brewing in Education Law? Coffee Talk With Kathy and Caitlin
Can’t wait until NJSBA’s next training session or conference? You’re in luck! As part of an ongoing webinar series, members of the NJSBA’s Legal Team will provide a timely overview of the most recent legal decisions posted by the Acting Commissioner of Education and the School Ethics Commission concerning education law.
The Basics of the Open Public Records Act (OPRA)
Join NJSBA legal staff for a primer on the Open Public Records Act in School Districts. Learn the basics of OPRA with emphasis on what OPRA is – and what it is not.
Legislative Update
Do you want to know what’s been happening at the State House over the last few months, and what may lie ahead? Join members of the NJSBA Governmental Relations staff to learn about the FY2023 state budget and various new education-related measures that have been recently signed into law by the Governor. Staff will also provide updates on noteworthy pending legislation affecting school districts and be available to answer questions from viewers.
School Ethics Case Law Update
What new updates should board members be aware of when it comes to the ethical requirements for board member conduct? Join the NJSBA legal staff for a discussion about recent decisions regarding the School Ethics Act. Topics to be covered may include, but are not limited to, conflicts of interest, private action by board members, social media, and other hot topics under the Act.
School Ethics Case Law Update
What new updates should board members be aware of when it comes to the ethical requirements for board member conduct? Join the NJSBA legal staff for a discussion about recent decisions regarding the School Ethics Act. Topics to be covered may include, but are not limited to, conflicts of interest, private action by board members, social media, and other hot topics under the Act.
School Safety: The Role of the Student Voice
If you want a healthy school climate, you must listen to students. Has your district thought about how it will welcome student board representatives, now required by law (N.J.S.A. 18A:12-1.3)? Have you determined how they will be selected, what they will do, and when to include them in discussions? Join superintendents and board members from districts who currently support student representatives to the school board to learn how these students can serve a vital role on your school safety team.
Basic School Law
Written by the attorneys and subject area specialists at the New Jersey School Boards Association, this newly revised and comprehensive reference offers current and authoritative information on state and federal education laws, regulations, and court decisions.