S.2528

Establishes Office of Community Schools; appropriates $10 million.

Introduced·2/8/24
Introduced Text

Establishes Office of Community Schools in New Jersey Department of Education to support student needs through community-based services.

The bill establishes the Office of Community Schools within the New Jersey Department of Education. This office aims to address student needs by providing community-based educational, developmental, family, health, and other comprehensive services. The office will offer training and support to public schools interested in adopting community school strategies, increase the knowledge and skills of school staff and community partners, and provide grants to public schools for adopting these strategies.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

DD
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Feb 8, 2024

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee