February 15, 2022 • Vol. XLV No. 26 Archives - New Jersey School Boards Association

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February 15, 2022 • Vol. XLV No. 26

Resources for Boards of Education: School Mask Mandates

Schools will not be permitted to bar the use of facial coverings by individuals and will be expected to take disciplinary action in instances of bullying should they arise due to an individual’s choice to continue wearing a mask.

Facebook Live Session to Focus on Global Warming Education

Leaders from NJSBA, Sustainable Jersey and other organizations will answer questions about a comprehensive report with recommendations on how New Jersey schools can incorporate K-12 climate change education throughout their curriculum during a Facebook Live event at 2 p.m., Feb. 28.

Legislative Update: Governor’s Budget Address Postponed to March 8

In years past, whenever the governor’s budget was delayed, the Department of Education also extended several key dates related to the development and approval of school district budgets.

NJDOE Releases School-Based Mental Health Resource Guide

The comprehensive resource contains 11 chapters that address a variety of issues, such as suicide prevention and intervention, substance use prevention and funding mental health supports in schools.

Nominate Outstanding Elementary School Teachers for Recognition

The New Jersey Department of Education invites school administrators to nominate up to three outstanding elementary (grades pre-K to 5th grade) educators for the 2022 Exemplary Educator Recognition Program.

Gov. Murphy Signs Executive Order Extending Public Health Emergency in New Jersey

State COVID-19 metrics will be reevaluated at the time of expiration to determine if an extension will be needed, according to the New Jersey Department of Health.

New Jersey Safe Schools Program to Offer Work-Based Learning Trainings

The goal is to provide teachers free work-based learning, supervisory trainings for career and technical education and work-based learning in nonhazardous occupations throughout New Jersey via targeted recruitment.

Notice of a Meeting of the NJSBA Executive Committee March 1, 2022

The New Jersey School Boards Association’s Executive Committee meeting will be held Tuesday, March 1, 2022. The meeting will be held virtually.