Webinars

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.

New Jersey was one of the first states in the nation to recognize and pass legislation to address the devastating effects of harassment, intimidation, and bullying (HIB) in our classrooms and its impact on student learning. Join NJSBA staff attorneys for a discussion of a school district’s obligations under the Anti-Bullying Bill of Rights Act, including understanding the definition of HIB as well as reporting and investigation requirements. Additionally, this webinar will cover recent developments in the law, specifically changes to the Act and case law.

This session provides information on using comparative data at the bargaining table; how to produce meaningful comparisons utilizing additional criteria; guidance on when and how to use the data; and points you to resources to help with your research. Current trends in teacher contract settlements will also be presented.

Boards of Education have two essential leadership responsibilities: 1) To lead the district through policies and 2) to oversee the work of one employee-the Chief School Administrator/Superintendent.

The panel discussion among five teams of Board Presidents/CSAs focuses on the collaborative, decision-making processes that include comprehensive discussions at the board table with the information provided by the CSA and the leadership team with opportunities for participants to ask questions.

Learn how the NJSBA/NJASA Online University Hub can help your district build capacity, retain new teaching staff, support social-emotional learning outcomes for students, build community support for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and provide professional development that is engaging, targeted, interactive, and social.

NJSBA's Governmental Relations staff will provide an update on regulations and laws affecting education.