School Board Notes

For most districts in New Jersey, this has been “back to school” week with all the excitement and anticipation that greets the new academic year. It is a time of fresh starts and great hope. As we embark on this...

At its September meeting, the New Jersey State Board of Education took action and heard updates on numerous items.

Of the 10 decisions adopted by the SEC, four were posted on the SEC’s website and are publicly available.

Visit the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and search “NJSBA Workshop 2024.”

The New Jersey School Boards Association has a slate of engaging and timely webinars lined up, with more being added soon.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, application rates for reduced meals have plummeted across the state.

Sustainable Jersey for Schools recently announced the 165 public schools that achieved certification in 2024.

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, the organization announced.

The New Jersey Department of Education is encouraging every school in every district to participate in the Governor’s Educator of the Year program.

The New Jersey Department of Education recently reminded stakeholders about the federal requirement for identifying and recruiting eligible migratory students residing in New Jersey.

The meeting will be held in-person at NJSBA headquarters, 413 West State St., Trenton, on Saturday, Oct. 5 at 9 a.m.

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.

The meeting will be held in-person at NJSBA’s headquarters at 413 W. State St. in Trenton, and remotely.

The New Jersey School Boards Association is seeking one full-time field service representative for Central/Southern New Jersey.

This role is crucial in planning, organizing and assisting with the daily operation of the general counsel’s office.