NJSBA hosted a work session with the NJ Department of Education (NJDOE) and state legislators on Feb. 6, to provide a clear understanding of the federal Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) plan for New Jersey. The meeting, held at NJSBA headquarters in Trenton, was an informal work session, allowing legislative representatives to ask questions of the department. Plans are for a future follow-up meeting.

Dr. Lawrence S. Feinsod, NJSBA executive director, speaks to staff members from the NJDOE and representatives from NJ State Legislative Offices pertaining to ESSA.
Dr. Lawrence S. Feinsod, NJSBA executive director, speaks to staff members from the NJDOE and representatives from NJ State Legislative Offices pertaining to ESSA.
Assemblywoman Patricia Egan Jones, Dist. 5, attended the ESSA work session hosted by NJSBA.
Assemblywoman Patricia Egan Jones, Dist. 5, attended the ESSA work session hosted by NJSBA.