NEW JERSEY EDUCATION NEWS
Daily Record
NJ schools, libraries that ban books could lose aid under bill
The bill aims to deter a growing trend of right-wing and religious activists pressuring these institutions to remove content they say is too mature for children and teenagers.
NJ.com
4% annual raise for teachers under new Jersey City school district contract up for board of ed vote
The Jersey City Education Association (JCEA) has negotiated a four-year contract with a variety of economic gains for teachers in a district that, like so many, has struggled to retain and attract staff since the COVID-19 pandemic.
Your ‘feel good’ story of the day… 😊
Good boy! N.J. dog gets college diploma after accompanying student to every class.
Justin, a service dog, walked across the stage with his rolled-up diploma in his mouth as the crowd roared at Seton Hall’s commencement.
NJ Spotlight
Q&A: Librarian Roxana Russo Caivano on calls to ban books in Roxbury and beyond
Caivano has sued a group of parents for defamation
Northjersey.com
NJ schools, libraries that ban books could lose aid under bill
The bill aims to deter a growing trend of right-wing and religious activists pressuring these institutions to remove content they say is too mature for children and teenagers.
TAPinto.net
Cranford Superintendent Scott Rubin Named Union County Superintendent of the Year
After earning his supervisory certificate, Rubin became a supervising teacher and then a principal at the Academy of Performing Arts at UCVTS. Just prior to his work in Cranford, Rubin was superintendent of East Hanover Public Schools.
Morristown Airport Hosts First-Ever “High School Aviation Day” for Roxbury High School Students
Warren County Community College (WCCC), which offers a drone program, performed a demonstration for students using some of the latest drone technology.
Abraham Clark High School Opens New College and Career Center
It will provide tools for students when it comes to getting ready for college, in addition to planning and other assistance that’s needed.
Newton High School FBLA Advisor Theresa Iliff Wins 2023 National Award
Newton High School teacher and FBLA advisor Theresa Iliff earned a Career Compass Teacher Award from eDynamic Learning. She was one of four educators selected from a field of 12 finalists from across the country to receive the grant award that comes with the recognition for her work with the FBLA students.
Some of these students excel at art and use it as a passion of theirs and as a way to express themselves. Some of these students excel at art and use it as a passion of theirs and as a way to express themselves.
NATIONAL EDUCATION NEWS
Chalkbeat
Many young kids missed early special ed services due to COVID, compounding work for schools
Federal officials characterized the report’s findings as “disturbing” though not unexpected, given the disruptions COVID caused to places that typically refer children for these services, such as doctor’s offices, social service agencies, and child care programs.
Education Week
Ron DeSantis Is Running for President. What Will That Mean for K-12 Schools?
DeSantis has solidified himself as a force on school policy.
Education Dept.: Teachers Must Be Central to Unlocking How AI Can Improve Learning
Educators should be empowered to decide how to use AI.
4 States Consider Mandating Fentanyl Prevention Education in Schools
Drug education in schools is often weak or underemphasized.
NBC News
Appeals Court Upholds Admissions Policy at Elite Virginia High School
A divided federal appeals court on Tuesday upheld the constitutionality of a new admissions policy at an elite public high school in Virginia that critics say discriminates against highly qualified Asian Americans.