School Board Notes
New Jersey's weekly education report offers up-to-date information on legislation, court decisions and other developments affecting school districts.
September 10, 2024 • VOL. XLVIII NO. 7
Articles
Purnell Perspectives: A Back-to-School Message from the NJSBA
As your district faces challenges this year, remember that the New Jersey School Boards Association is here to support you.
New Jersey State Board of Education Welcomes Newest Member, Conducts Other Business at Monthly Meeting
President Kathy Goldenberg welcomed Ahmed Shehata as the newest member of the New Jersey State Board of Education.
Decisions Adopted by the School Ethics Commission on Aug. 27, 2024
On Aug. 27, 2024, the School Ethics Commission took a number of actions at its regularly scheduled monthly meeting.
Workshop 2024 App Is Now Available to Download
The Workshop 2024 mobile app is an incredibly powerful and useful tool that provides you with the opportunity to engage in Workshop throughout the entire conference.
Don't Miss Out on NJSBA's Upcoming Webinars
The New Jersey School Boards Association has a slate of engaging and timely webinars lined up, with more being added soon. Discover what’s in store and register for the programs that interest you the most.
Schools Encouraged to Share Resources from School Meals and Summer EBT Toolkit
The New Jersey Office of the Food Security Advocate is asking for assistance with spreading the word about a new law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy that expands the income eligibility for the free and reduced-price school meals.
165 Schools Achieve Sustainable Jersey for Schools Certification, Making 2024 a Milestone Year
Sustainable Jersey for Schools recently announced the 165 public schools that achieved certification in 2024, bringing the total number of currently certified schools across New Jersey to 375.
Sustainable Jersey Grants Program Accepting Applications Until Oct. 28
Sustainable Jersey for Schools plans to award up to $180,000 in grants for schools and school districts affiliated with the New Jersey Education Association.
Nominations Sought for 2024-2025 Governor’s Educator of the Year Recognition Program
The New Jersey Department of Education is encouraging every school in every district to participate in the Governor’s Educator of the Year program.
Mandatory Identification and Recruitment of Migrant Students
The New Jersey Department of Education recently reminded stakeholders about the federal requirement for identifying and recruiting eligible migratory students residing in New Jersey.
New Jersey School Boards Association Legislative Committee to Meet
Notice is hereby served of the regular meeting of the NJSBA Legislative Committee, which will be held in-person at NJSBA headquarters at 9 a.m. on Oct. 5.
Notice of a Hybrid Meeting of the NJSBA's Board of Directors
Notice is hereby provided that the New Jersey School Boards Association’s board of directors meeting is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at 7 p.m.
New Jersey School Boards Association Audit Committee to Meet
Notice is hereby provided of a meeting of the New Jersey School Boards Association’s Audit Committee. The meeting will be held on Friday, Sept. 20, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.
Position Open: NJSBA Seeks Field Service Representative
The New Jersey School Boards Association is seeking one full-time field service representative for Central/Southern New Jersey.
Position Open: NJSBA Seeks Legal Researcher
The New Jersey School Boards Association is seeking a legal researcher to support the general counsel by providing essential clerical and research services.