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School Board Notes

December 17, 2024 VOL. XLVIII NO. 20

Legislative Update: Public Notice Legislation Advances; Assembly Education Committee Bids Farewell to Chairwoman Lampitt

The Assembly Education Committee met Thursday, Dec. 12. Assemblywoman Pamela Lampitt (D-6), chair of the committee, led her final meeting prior to her departure from the Legislature at the end of the year.

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NJDOE Invites the Public to Comment on the State’s School Funding Law

The New Jersey Department of Education invites educators and other members of the public to comment on the state’s school funding law.

Purnell Perspectives: A Message of Collaboration

As you recharge this holiday break, I urge you to reflect on our collective mission: to advance public education and promote the achievement of all students through effective governance. Let us embrace the fact that we are better equipped to realize that mission when we rise to meet challenges together.

 

Two Assemblywomen Speak at NJSBA’s Legislative Committee Meeting

Carmen Theresa Morales, a Democrat representing Legislative District 34; and Assemblywoman Lisa Swain, also a Democrat representing District 38, highlighted a variety of issues, including school funding.

NJSBA Officer Candidacy: Application and Guidelines (Dec. 17, 2024)

Applications must be received at NJSBA headquarters by 5 p.m. on Jan. 17, 2025.

Decisions Adopted by the School Ethics Commission on Nov. 26, 2024 – Part II

Given the breadth of action taken by the School Ethics Commission at its meeting on Nov. 26, 2024, it will be discussed in a four-part series.

Angelo DelliSanti Explores School Culture, Climate and Leadership on ‘Education Matters’

Angelo DelliSanti, a leadership solutions strategist with Capturing Kids’ Hearts, was the latest guest on “Education Matters,” a video podcast hosted by Ray Pinney, chief membership engagement officer at the New Jersey School Boards Association.

Newark Public Schools Gets a Bond Rating Upgrade

The ratings agency S&P Global Ratings has raised the bond rating of Newark Public Schools from BBB+ to A-.

Dover Board of Education Honors One of NJSBA’s ‘Unsung Superheroes’

Rosemarie Chambers-Jimenez, one of the winners in the New Jersey School Boards Association’s Unsung Superheroes in Education recognition program, was honored Dec. 10 at a Dover Board of Education meeting.

Essex County School Boards Association Focuses on AI, Conducts Other Business

The evening’s program was “AI: Embracing the Power of Artificial Intelligence in Education.”

Passaic County School Boards Association Honors the Late Daniel T. Sinclair

In honor of the late Daniel T. Sinclair, who died July 6, 2024, and served as NJSBA president from 2017 to 2019 and as president of the Passaic County School Boards Association from 2014 to 2015, the PCSBA hosted its meeting at Lakeland Regional High School, where he served as a board member from 2016 to 2021.

Marion P. Thomas Charter School Earns Carole E. Larsen Master Board Certification

The Marion P. Thomas Charter School Board of Trustees first achieved certification in the fall of 2023. After that, the board set a goal to continue its certification journey and complete it within a year.

Streamlined Portfolio Appeals Option Added for Students with Qualifying ASVAB Scores

Students who meet or exceed the minimum required ASVAB composite score of 35 may use the streamlined portfolio appeal option to demonstrate graduation readiness.

Using Functional Behavioral Assessments to Create Supportive Learning Environments

The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services and the Office of Elementary and Secondary Education have jointly offered guidance on the use of functional behavioral assessments for all students whose behavior interferes with learning.

Two-Part Webinar Series on Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention Within Schools

The training series being offered by the NJDOE was first offered in January 2024 and is making a return after receiving strong interest.