The New Jersey School Boards Association provides a wealth of topical resources for members through its special reports, articles in publications, webinars, videos, podcasts, and fact sheets. A selection of resources has been curated to provide you with targeted information on a variety of topics.
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Educational Technology
Educational technology has had a profound impact on teaching and learning. Keep up with this rapidly evolving field.
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Board Policy
Effective policies are at the core of good school board governance; they provide guidance and ensure compliance with state and federal law.
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School Law
Learning the basics of school law enables board members to make decisions that align with legal requirements and support their district’s educational mission.
Board Operations
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Advocacy
NJSBA represents the interests of local boards of education wherever key decisions are made — in the state Legislature, in Congress, in the courts and in the court of public opinion.
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Board Governance
Board Governance Boards of education that are committed to effective governance can ensure that they are providing the best possible education and advancing the achievement of all students, making wise use of resources and maintaining the trust and support of…
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Board Policy
Effective policies are at the core of good school board governance; they provide guidance for the operations of schools and ensure compliance with state and federal law.
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Candidacy
Consider serving your community as a volunteer member of your local board of education.
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Community Engagement
Strong school-community engagement, collaboration and communication helps build strong schools.
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Labor Relations
Your board’s collective bargaining agreements significantly affect your district’s ability to provide a sound education program.
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New Board Members
Are you new to your local board of education? NJSBA has resources to help you grow in your role as a board member.
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School Budget and Finances
Sound school budgeting and finance is crucial to the smooth operations of your district.
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School Elections
Information regarding the annual school election and special school elections in New Jersey.
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School Law
Learning the basics of school law enables board members to make decisions that align with legal requirements and support their district’s educational mission.
Student and Education Topics
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Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence holds great promise for public education but also presents challenges to schools.
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Career and Technical Learning
Career and Technical Education An overarching goal for our state’s educational system is to prepare students to lead healthy and productive lives, whether they enter the workforce immediately after high school or go on to institutions of higher education. Career…
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Creating a classroom culture that is welcoming to all is a top priority in schools and promotes the success of all students.
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Educational Technology
Educational technology has had a profound impact on teaching and learning. Keep up with this rapidly evolving field.
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Harassment, Intimidation and Bullying
Bullying can have a significant impact on a student’s ability to learn, on their health and on the educational environment for all students.
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School Facilities
Maintaining safe and healthy buildings can impact teacher recruitment and retention as well as student health, engagement and learning.
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School Safety
There is no higher priority for a school district than keeping students and staff safe and secure.
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Special Education
Educating all children, regardless of their needs, is the task of a local board of education.
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Student Learning and Education
Strategies for facilitating effective student learning.
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Student Wellness
Student well-being, including physical, mental, social and emotional health, is critical to academic success and achievement.
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Sustainable Schools
Enacting “green” practices in schools can save money, create healthier learning environments and strengthen student knowledge of science and technology.