Establishes a five-year Community Schools Pilot Program in New Jersey.

The bill establishes a five-year Community Schools Pilot Program in the Department of Education. The program aims to facilitate the establishment of community schools that focus on integrated student supports, expanded learning time, family and community engagement, and collaborative leadership. The Commissioner of Education will identify and contract with an institution of higher education or a qualified nonprofit organization to manage the pilot program. This organization will establish a technical assistance center to provide training and support to participating schools.

Establishes a five-year Community Schools Pilot Program in New Jersey.

The bill establishes a five-year Community Schools Pilot Program in the Department of Education. The program aims to facilitate the establishment of community schools that focus on integrated student supports, expanded learning time, family and community engagement, and collaborative leadership. The Commissioner of Education will identify and contract with an institution of higher education or a qualified nonprofit organization to manage the pilot program. This organization will establish a technical assistance center to provide training and support to participating schools.