Webinars

This eye-opening session will be an engaging and inspiring webinar focused on the latest developments in cybersecurity for K-12. The damaging effects of cybersecurity attacks are no joke. Schools in particular are vulnerable, as incidents—whether deliberate or accidental—can severely disrupt education and critical operations, as well as expose sensitive student, teacher, and staff data, all of which can lead to high recovery costs. Schools can and should take necessary actions to

Join Charles Muller, NJSBA’s business administrator in residence, for a webinar to assist school board members understand the various areas of school finance. As board members, it is vital to communicate with district administration to gain a deeper understanding of their individual district circumstances. This webinar will dive into conversations you should be having at this time of year including, but not limited to: the end-of-year budget (Board Secretary Report), which includes revenues, appropriations, fund balance, outstanding purchase orders, and special revenue (federal grants); the 2024-25 budget, covering enrollment, staffing, tuitions, transportation, revenues, special revenue, and facilities (complete the facility checklist). A comprehensive review of these items will give a good indication of what the next budget cycle will look like. Join us for a conversation about all of these items and more, Wednesday, August 14 at 10 a.m.

Join us as experts from NJSBA dive into the intricate process of crafting effective school policies, ensuring they remain relevant and adaptable in the ever-evolving landscape of education. This webinar will equip attendees with strategies to navigate policy development, from initial conception and implementation to maintaining the policy manual.

As always, late spring was an incredibly busy time of year at the State House before the Legislature went into summer recess. Several actions and initiatives will have a direct impact on public schools and local boards of education. To get yourself up to speed, please join the NJSBA Governmental Relations staff for a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2025 state budget, along with a discussion on various news laws and other recent developments at the State House.

Join us for an informative webinar to discuss the latest data trends and pressing labor relations issues shaping today's educational workplace. We will explore the most recent statistics on teacher salaries and gain an understanding of how these trends influence negotiations and workplace dynamics. We'll tackle the most talked-about topics in labor relations, including the impact of remote work on union organizing, wage pressures in a tight labor market and, the ever-c hanging nature of collective bargaining. We will also have a Q&A session that will provide you with expert answers to your specific labor relations concerns. Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and stay informed about the ever-changing world of labor relations.

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. If you are interested in learning about the latest developments in education law, grab a cup of coffee and join us as we informally discuss the facts from the most relevant cases, the determinations rendered, and how those decisions may implicate the service of board members and/or administrators.