S.2239

Requires DOE to develop credential to introduce teachers to culturally responsive teaching practices, characteristics, and methods.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

New Jersey S2239 mandates the Department of Education to create a credential for culturally responsive teaching.

New Jersey S2239 requires the Department of Education to develop a credential for culturally responsive teaching. This credential aims to introduce teachers to practices, characteristics, and methods that acknowledge and embrace the cultural backgrounds of all students. The credential will be available to teachers starting in the first full school year after the bill's enactment.

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History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee