New Jersey A4672 directs the Commissioner of Education to create guidelines for outdoor education in public schools.
New Jersey A4672 requires the Commissioner of Education to develop guidelines for incorporating outdoor education opportunities in public school curriculums. These guidelines must identify ways to expand outdoor learning, including field trips, and provide resources and training for teachers on outdoor learning protocols and best practices. Each board of education is encouraged to incorporate these guidelines into their curriculums, subject to available funding. The bill aims to improve students' physical and mental health and academic outcomes.
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