NJSBA NEWS
From Imagination to Impact. The New Jersey School Boards Association is proud to announce the launch of the 2026 STEAM Tank Challenge. For more information and to apply click here: 2026 NJSBA STEAM Tank Challenge.
The next issue School Board Notes will be distributed on Wednesday, Nov., 5, 2025.
NEW JERSEY EDUCATION NEWS
Asbury Park Press
Middletown school board race features a $10K donation to challenger slate of candidates / MSN
An unusually large donation to Middletown’s contentious board of education race has raised eyebrows and concerns in the community.
NJ Patch
Veterans, Families Invited to Howell School’s Appreciation Event
The ceremony honoring those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces is marking its 22nd year.
NJ Spotlight News (Feature: Interview with Dr. Timothy Purnell)
NJ elections: Fewer candidates running for school boards
Lower-turnout school board elections have significant impact on how schools are governed and how taxpayer money is spent.
NJ.com / NorthJersey.com
North Bergen H.S. marching band captures state championship, heads to nationals / Yahoo Sports
The North Bergen High School Marching Band has achieved a historic milestone, winning first place at the Tournament of Bands New Jersey State Championship and setting new school records in the process.
NATIONAL EDUCATION NEWS
Associated Press
Trial starts in $40M lawsuit filed by a teacher who was shot by a 6-year-old student / MSN
The lawsuit accuses former school administrator Ebony Parker of failing to act after four different people went to her with concerns that the student brought a gun to school.
EdWeek
Teachers Are Using AI to Help Write IEPs. Advocates Have Concerns
Experts call for guardrails around the ethical, legal, and instructional concerns.
Novels vs. Excerpts: What to Know About a Big Reading Debate
Three insights to keep in mind about new evidence on the texts used in reading classes.
Do Cellphone Bans Really Fix Student Engagement? (Opinion)
The devices may have mostly amplified old problems.
What a School District Discovered When Its State Banned Synthetic Dyes
More states are banning the petroleum-based additives from school meals.
Appeals Court Heightens Stakes Over Ten Commandments School Laws
The court will review Texas and Louisiana laws requiring Ten Commandments displays in schools.
