NJPSA Legal Department and LEGAL ONE In a 6-3 decision the Supreme Court in Kennedy v. Bremerton School District held that a school district violated the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment […]
LEARNING FROM THE PAST AND UNDERSTANDING THE LAW ON SCHOOL SECURITY
By David Nash, Esq., LEGAL ONE Director Learning from the Past Regrettably, this latest school shooting is not an isolated incident. It is important to learn from prior experiences and the trends that have […]
Responding to Students and Staff Who Travel
In light of the ongoing pandemic, out-of-state or international travel can pose a significant risk to students and staff, and potentially impact the ability of schools to remain open for in-person instruction. While New […]
NJPSA GUIDANCE RELATED TO ESSENTIAL SERVICES & PERSONNEL
We are facing an unprecedented crisis with the COVID-19 virus rapidly spreading throughout New Jersey, our surrounding region, and throughout the country. During this crisis, NJPSA is committed to ensuring that our members, as […]
Empowering Student Voices: Key Tips for School Leaders Preparing for Student Walkouts and Protests
By David Nash, Esq., LEGAL ONE Director, FEA March 6, 2018 The response of students across the nation to the Parkland, Florida shootings has been truly inspiring. Sparked by the thoughtful and passionate […]