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January 14, 2025 VOL. XLVIII NO. 23

Governor Pushes for Student Cell Phone Ban in Classrooms, Expanded Voting and Universal Full-Day Kindergarten in State of the State Address

Not only are cell phones fueling a rise in cyberbullying, but they are making it “incredibly difficult for students to learn," the governor said.

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Voters to Decide Construction Questions in Special Election on Jan. 28

Voters will head to the polls for a special election on Tuesday, Jan. 28, to decide various school construction proposals.

New Jersey State Board of Education Passes Resolution in Honor of School Board Recognition Month; NJSBA President Delivers Remarks

After the resolution in honor of New Jersey School Board Recognition Month was passed, representatives from the NJSBA were invited to come to the lectern to celebrate School Board Recognition Month.

Decisions Adopted by the School Ethics Commission on Dec. 17, 2024

Of the three decisions considered for adoption, two were posted on the SEC’s website; therefore, the remaining matter, C50-21 and C72-21 (Consolidated), remains pending. In addition, the advisory opinion request considered by the SEC (A15-24), assuming a decision was adopted, has not yet been posted on the SEC’s website.

NJDOE Awards Grant to Train Educators in Identifying Signs of Suicidal Behavior Among Students

The $550,000 federally funded grant, designed to support the launch of the Youth Suicide Prevention and Awareness Campaign, was awarded to the Society for the Prevention of Teen Suicide.

NJSBA to Host 2nd Annual Women’s Leadership Conference on March 21

On Friday, March 21, the New Jersey School Boards Association will present its second annual Women’s Leadership Conference.

NJSBA Honors Janet Bamford with Champion Award at Surprise Gathering

The NJSBA Champion Award is reserved for individuals who exemplify outstanding dedication and effort in areas such as teamwork, leadership, innovation and other qualities that help the NJBSA advance its mission to promote the achievement of all students.

NJSBA's Executive Committee to Meet on Jan. 31

Notice is hereby provided of the regular meeting of the New Jersey School Boards Association’s Executive Committee, to be held Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, at 3 p.m. at the NJSBA headquarters.

NJSBA's Finance Committee to Meet on Jan. 30

Notice is hereby provided of a meeting of the New Jersey School Boards Association’s Finance committee. The meeting will be held Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, at 2 p.m.

NJSBA's Audit Committee to Meet on Jan. 31

The meeting will be held on Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will be held in-person and remotely.

Notice of a Hybrid Meeting of the NJSBA's Board of Directors on Jan. 31

Notice is hereby provided that the New Jersey School Boards Association’s board of directors meeting is scheduled for Friday, Jan. 31, 2025, at 7 p.m.

Position Open: NJSBA Seeks Sales Specialist

The New Jersey School Boards Association is seeking a sales specialist who will report to the associate director of exhibitions and cooperatives.