On August 31, 2018, New Jersey Department of Education Commissioner Lamont Repollet announced an important change in educator evaluation for the upcoming school year for both teachers and principals. Specifically, the Commissioner announced the […]
Governor’s State Health Benefits Task Force Convened on Wednesday.
Goal to Identify New and Innovative Ways to Improve the Quality, Efficiency, and Sustainability of Health Benefits System On Wednesday, August 22nd Governor Murphy’s State Health Benefits Task force convened for the first time. […]
Governor Murphy Considers Education Legislation
Following the whirlwind legislative activity in June, the State Legislature passed several pieces of education legislation, which are now under consideration by Governor Phil Murphy. Governor Murphy can sign, veto or conditionally veto these […]
Important Changes to Assessment, Graduation Requirements and Evaluation Under Discussion for 2018-19 School Year – State Board Debates Significant Change in Policy Direction
In contrast to the languid days of August, yesterday’s meeting of the NJ State Board of Education, was characterized by strong presentations and debate concerning a changed NJDOE direction and “theory of action” on […]
NJDOE Issues Guidance for Schools to Implement New School Hiring Law, P.L. 2018, C. 5
The State Legislature recently passed and Governor Murphy signed into law P.L. 2018, c. 5, concerning background inquiries for potential hires on the subject of child abuse and sexual misconduct charges. This law requires […]
State Board of Education Update
After several snow cancellations, the State Board of Education met on April 11th. State Board President Arcelio Aponte and Acting Commissioner Lamont Repollet recognized the contribution of long-time State Board of Education member […]
Education Committees Host School Security Discussion, NJPSA Raises Need to Focus on the Mental Health Needs of New Jersey Students Additional Hearings on April 9th
On April 5, the Senate and Assembly Education Committees hosted a joint hearing on the critical topic of school security. NJPSA Executive Director Pat Wright, joined by NJPSA President Ralph Aiello and […]
Flurry of Legislation Advances During Budget Week
On the eve of Governor Phil Murphy’s much-anticipated first Budget Address, the Senate and Assembly considered a host of new legislation as thirteen separate committees held hearings. The Assembly Education Committee advanced […]
Governor Murphy Lauds New Jersey Labor Management Collaborative
On Tuesday, March 6, Governor Phil Murphy joined over 250 principals, teachers, board members and superintendents who have been engaged in the New Jersey Labor Management Collaborative Project. NJPSA, along with the NJEA, […]
State Senate Approves Education Legislation This Week Take Note: Big Changes Anticipated for Spring Hiring Procedures!
School Hiring Procedures Legislation – On the Governor’s Desk On Monday, February 26, the New Jersey Senate gave its final, unanimous approval to S-414 (Pennacchio/Ruiz, Webber/Downey) the so-called “Pass the Trash” legislation. The […]