A1958

Requires teachers to biennially complete two hours of professional development related to cultural competence.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey A1958 mandates teachers to complete two hours of cultural competence professional development every two years.

New Jersey A1958 amends existing State Board of Education regulations to include a requirement for public school teachers to complete two hours of cultural competence instruction every two years. This instruction aims to help teachers effectively engage with students from diverse cultural backgrounds. Topics covered must include personal and interpersonal awareness, microaggressions in the classroom, and implicit bias. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

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Education Committee
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History

Jan 13

Assembly

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Education Committee