Schools

The biggest declines were in pre-kindergarten, which was down about 7,600 students or 17%, and kindergarten, which was down about 8,850 or 10%.

Consecutive school years upended by the coronavirus pandemic have state lawmakers considering drastic steps to help students catch up, such as widespread summer school.

Senate President Steve Sweeney says goverment reforms will be on the table in next year's budget talks, which means tough choices ahead of state elections.

Murphy said Monday 736 plans have been submitted to the state Department of Education — and 402 have been kicked back to districts for further revisions.

Using the benefits available, employees can receive two-thirds of their pay, capped at $200 per day, for up to 12 weeks.

Just as there’s no consensus around New Jersey on the thorny issue of whether to reopen school buildings in September, there’s also disagreement in the state Legislature.

The state had already recommended face coverings at all times in an effort to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.

The key to juvenile mask compliance may lie in adults setting a steadfast example, and that starts with parents during the summer.

It seems unrealistic for most schools to have all students in attendance and meet social distancing rules. Hybrid approach with some virtual learning likely.

A Senate committee Thursday advanced a bill that would green-light larger property tax increases in some school districts losing state aid.