The New Jersey Department of Education is offering the opportunity for the public to provide input on the new federal education law, the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA), as New Jersey develops it's ESSA state implementation plan. Throughout September the New Jersey Department of Education is holding several ‘Public Listening Sessions’ on implementation of the federal ‘Every Student Succeeds Act’ (ESSA). School psychologists can provide input regarding the role of school psychologists in ESSA implementation. either by public testimony at the hearings or submitting written testimony to the NJDOE. Two public hearings have already occurred and school psychologists were a visible presence. There are two more hearings – one this evening in East Brunswick (9/14) and one in Teaneck (9/22). Granted, it is short notice for this evening, but even if you can’t speak publicly tonight, please feel free to attend and support your school psychology colleagues who plan to testify. If you are a North Jersey School Psychologist, we could really use your presence in Teaneck!. You do need to register in order to testify in person at either of these sites. |
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Click here to register for East Brunswick East Brunswick Info and Registration | You do not have to live in these regions in order to testify or provide written testimony at these sites. NJASP is providing guidance for you if you are unsure how this process works or what to include in your testimony. Click here for additional information, talking points, and a template for your testimony. ESSA Talking Points.docx | If you do not feel comfortable with speaking publicly, you can provide written testimony and/or accompany your more extroverted school psychology colleagues who wish to speak. Written testimony only: Email at ESSA@doe.state.nj.us Click here for link to all information in one word document call to action ESSA public testimony.9.14.16.docx |
WelcomeWe are a non-profit professional association organized in 1958 for school psychologists working or living in New Jersey. Our Mission: Promote school psychology services for children and families Advocate for all children to realize their full potential Click here for Contact information | Join now for even more benefits and resources! Click here Become a member! Already a member? Click here for Members Only benefits | Winter ConferenceFriday December 9. 2016 This year's winter conference focuses on preparing school psychologists to implement Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) with a focus on New Jersey Multi-Tiers Systems of Support (NJTSS). Registration open October 2016 |
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