A new poll shows 83% of state residents back the policy, which prohibits non-academic device use in K-12 public schools.
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October 8, 2026
Dover Dance Teacher Named New Jersey Teacher of the YearHannah Olmo, who built a four-year dance program, will represent New Jersey in the national competition.
October 7, 2026
Rutgers Launched New Jersey Climate Resilience ProgramSix schools are participating in a student-led initiative to help local communities prepare for climate change.
October 6, 2026
New Jersey Began Overhaul of School Funding FormulaParents and school leaders shared feedback as the state aims to rewrite how districts receive aid over the next 18 months.
October 6, 2026
Saint Mary School Teacher Named New Jersey EducatorMelissa Brino, a long-term Catholic school teacher, earned the top nonpublic school honor for the state.
October 6, 2026
New Jersey Schools Named Top in 2027 Niche RankingsLocal families now have updated data on state rankings for high schools to consider for upcoming enrollment cycles.
October 4, 2026
New Jersey Established SPARK Mental Health ProgramNew legislation launches a mental health initiative for K-12 students across the state.
October 2, 2026
New Jersey Bill Restricted Student Athlete EligibilityProposed legislation limits high school sports participation for students who repeated middle school grades.
September 30, 2026
High Tech High School Ranked Third for Arts in New JerseyThe state school secured a top-three spot for its arts curriculum for the fourth year in a row.
September 29, 2026
New Jersey Banned Cell Phones in High SchoolsNew statewide policy requires students to avoid phone use from the morning bell until dismissal.
September 28, 2026
New Jersey School Bus Fuel Costs DoubledHigher diesel prices have left many districts facing potential contract defaults as operators struggle with rising costs.
