Cost: County programs are free for dues-paying NJSBA members. The cost for additional staff is $40 per person. County programs run from 6 – 9 p.m. with dinner and registration from 6 – 6:45 p.m. For more information, contact your County Activities Coordinator, Marcia Lavigne, at 1-888-886-5722, ext. 5294.
Education in the 21st century goes beyond textbooks and technology. A healthy dialogue between the administration and a board of education with respect to emotional, social, and behavioral health is becoming a necessary discussion. Our students may be affected with various symptomatic diagnoses such as OCD, ADHD, depression, anxiety, matters of self-esteem, etc. Not all children … Continued
The New Jersey School Boards Association (NJSBA) is launching a series of programs, “Are you I-STEAM ready?” to help school districts enrich student learning in those areas. The first session will focus on the “A” in STEAM, and will feature the Rock and Roll Forever Foundation, the NJ Department of Education, and the NJ Arts Education Partnership. The … Continued
The New Jersey School Boards Association (NJSBA) is hosting regional Candidates Briefings to address the structure and responsibilities of local school boards in New Jersey. Participants will receive pertinent information on topics including: The role of the board member; The role of the board and administration; The board as a policy making body; School-community relations; … Continued
Learn about the basics of health care plans (the platforms, options, deductibles, copays, etc.) and the complex regulatory environment. A panel of experts will address various aspects of collectively negotiating health insurance. This program is a building block for local boards and their advocates to not only prepare for collective negotiations, but also to work … Continued