Webinars: At Your Service

Congratulations! You got elected, now what? NJSBA is offering a webinar to provide new board members with the necessary information and resources to fulfill their new roles effectively. This webinar is designed to educate new board members; however, it is equally informative and useful to veteran board members.

Topics include:
• The functions of a board of education.
• Board member responsibilities.
• Services available to board members from NJSBA.
• Strategies and tips to survive and thrive in the first year of service.
• Where to go for help.

​In the final days of June, the US Supreme Court rendered several significant decisions that resonated within the field of education. With notable links to education, these decisions carried implications for students, teachers, and educational institutions across New Jersey. Join us on August 2 at 10 a.m. for a discussion on how the Supreme Court continues to shape the landscape of education.

This past spring was an incredibly busy time at the State House as the Legislature finalized the FY2024 state budget and advanced many other priorities before they went into summer recess. Join the NJSBA Governmental Relations team, who will provide a rundown of the education highlights of the annual spending plan, information on new laws affecting school districts, and a summary of other recent legislative developments. Staff will be available to answer questions on any recent activity and what we might expect for the remainder of the current legislative session.

The Quality Single Accountability Continuum (QSAC) is the monitoring process for the NJ Department of Education and enables the state to identify high performing districts across the state. In the assessment process, the board’s role in governance is a key factor in the district obtaining a high performing designation. Tune into this webinar for a short primer on the board’s role in QSAC’s governance assessment.

The New Jersey School Boards Association is proud to unveil NJSBA Connection - a groundbreaking members-only platform designed to connect, engage, and empower. This innovative digital space serves as a dynamic hub for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and networking, providing an unparalleled resource for school leaders across the state. Join us on June 21 at 10 a.m. for an in-depth walkthrough of the platform to learn more about how to utilize Connection for support and collaboration.

Join NJSBA Labor Relations staff for a primer on impasse procedures and the Public Employment Relations Commission (P.E.R.C.): Who Are They and What Do They Do. Tune in if your district is currently in collective negotiations, soon will be, or you just want to know what impasse procedures are available to districts if or when you need them.