Whether you’re a new board member or a seasoned veteran, there are always new leadership skills to explore. NJSBA offers training opportunities to help you reach your full potential as a board member.
Creating a classroom culture that is welcoming to all is a top priority in schools and promotes the success of all students.
Teacher and students walking in the corridor at school – including a person with special needs
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The concepts of diversity, equity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a positive educational environment that is fair and supportive of all students, staff and community members. By understanding these concepts, board members can help build more equitable and effective schools that benefit all students and prepare them for success in a diverse and globalized world.
Educational equity seeks to provide opportunities and achieve excellent outcomes for all students by providing individual students with the supports they need to succeed.”
NJSBA, What You Need to Know About Educational Equity and CRT
Selected Resources
Explore the NJSBA resources below to learn more. While NJSBA does not advocate for DEI, we are committed to providing resources, information, and support to help stakeholders make informed decisions. Our goal is to empower individuals with knowledge and tools to navigate this important topic effectively.
The New Jersey Department of Education has a webpage of diversity, equity and inclusion educational resources that includes frequently asked questions, sample activities and lessons and more.
U.S. Supreme Court Grants Preliminary Injunction Permitting Parental Opt-Out for LGBTQ+-Inclusive Books
When parents sought to have their children excused from instruction involving LGBTQ+ books, the school board initially compromised with the parents by notifying them when the storybooks would be taught. However, less than a year later, the board rescinded the parental opt-out policy.
06/30/2025
Topics: Board Policy, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, School Law
Discussion of Recent Presidential Executive Orders on Education
NJSBA’s Legal and Labor Relations Department summarizes the presidential executive orders regarding education.
05/05/2025
Topics: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
U.S. Supreme Court Addresses Process to Challenge Termination of a Federal Grant
Eight states, including New Jersey, sought a temporary restraining order in the District Court of Massachusetts to prevent the USDOE from terminating federal grants.
