The time period following Election Day until the closing day of a two-year legislative session (January 14, 2020) is generally known as the Lame Duck session, or as we in Government Relations fondly refer […]
NJPSA Statement Concerning Proposed Notice of Substantial Change to Standards and Assessment Code N.J.A.C. 6A: 8
Thank you for the opportunity to share the perspective of the membership of the NJ Principals and Supervisors Association (NJPSA) on proposed changes to the NJ Standards and Assessment code as contained in the […]
NJ State Board of Education Considers NJ State Perkins v Plan, State Results for 2019 Nation’s Report Card
The New Jersey State Board of Education convened on Wednesday, November 6th for their regular monthly meeting which focused on national testing results and vocational education. An anticipated release of a Charter School Report […]
Special NJPSA Update: The State of Assessment in NJ – (This Week!)
By Debra Bradley, Esq. October 10, 2019 This special alert is part of NJPSA’s effort to keep our members informed and engaged on the latest news and policy developments in education. On October 2, […]
Your School Library Media Specialist – Your School’s Utility Player
As you start the school year, consider the ways that you can maximize the use of your school librarian. Your school librarian is your school’s utility player. A utility player is one that can […]
NJPSA/FEA Celebrates Arts in Education Week and Showcases Exceptional Student Artwork
For the third consecutive year, NJPSA is proudly displaying some of New Jersey’s finest student artwork in the hallways of the FEA Conference Center. This traveling exhibit, which was showcased at the NJ State […]
New Law Discussion: NJDOE Disabled and LGBTQ Working Group Curriculum Meeting
On January 31, 2019, Governor Murphy signed P.L. 2019, c.6 into law. This legislation requires boards of education to include instruction on the political, economic, and social contributions of persons with disabilities and lesbian, […]
New Law Alert: Governor Takes Action on Legislation Requiring Mental Health Education and Testing A Later Start Time for High School Students
P.L.2019, c.222 (S-2861) requires all New Jersey public schools to include mental health instruction in grades K through 12 health curriculums. The bill aims to enhance student understanding, attitudes, and behaviors related to mental health […]
Quiet August State Board of Ed Meeting
The New Jersey State Board of Education convened for a brief meeting on Wednesday, August 7th, 2019. Outgoing President Arcelio Aponte was honored for his service as President and time spent at the helm. […]
Governor Murphy Signs New Legislation
On Friday, July 19th, Governor Phil Murphy signed over two dozen bills and resolutions into law. A number of these pieces of legislation impact schools and educators: P.L.2019, JR-17 Designates September of each […]