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NJ Rev Stat § 18A:35-33 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:35-33 - Regulations.

18A:35-33 Regulations.  5. The State Board of Education may adopt regulations pursuant to the "Administrative Procedure Act," P.L.1968, c.410 (C.52:14B-1 et seq.), to effectuate the purposes of this act. L.2015, c.254, s.5.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:35-34 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:35-34 - Short title.

18A:35-34 Short title.  1. This act shall be known and may be cited as the "Strengthening Gifted and Talented Education Act." L.2019, c.338, s.1.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:35-35 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:35-35 - Definitions relative to gifted and talented students.

18A:35-35 Definitions relative to gifted and talented students.  2. As used in this act: "Gifted and talented student" means a student who possesses or demonstrates a high level of ability in one or more content areas when compared to his chronological peers in the school district and who requires modifications of his educational program if he is to achieve in accordance with his capabilities. "Instructional adaptation" means an adjustment or modification to instruction enabling a student who is gifted and talented to participate in, benefit from, and demonstrate knowledge and application of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in one or more content areas at the instructional level of the student, not just the student's grade level. L.2019, c.338, s.2.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:35-36 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:35-36 - Instructional adaptations, educational services for gifted and talented students.

18A:35-36 Instructional adaptations, educational services for gifted and talented students.  3. a. A board of education shall ensure that appropriate instructional adaptations and educational services are provided to gifted and talented students in kindergarten through grade 12 to enable them to participate in, benefit from, and demonstrate knowledge and application of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards at the instructional level of the student. b. A board of education shall: (1) ensure that appropriate instructional adaptations are designed for students who are gifted and talented; (2) make provisions for an ongoing kindergarten through grade 12 identification process for gifted and talented students that includes multiple measures in order to identify student strengths in intellectual ability, creativity, or a specific academic area. School districts shall ensure equal access to a continuum of gifted and talented education services. The identification process shall include consideration of all students, including those who are English language learners and those with Individualized Education Plans or 504 plans; (3) develop and document appropriate curricular and instructional modifications used for gifted and talented students indicating content, process, products, and learning environment, and including, but not limited to, additional education activities such as academic competitions, guest speakers, and lessons with a specialist;  (4) take into consideration the Gifted Programming Standards, Position Statements, and White Papers of the National Association for Gifted Children in identifying and serving gifted and talented students;  (5) provide the time and resources to develop, review, and enhance instructional tools with modifications for helping gifted and talented students acquire and demonstrate mastery of the required knowledge and skills specified by the standards at the instructional level of the student; and  (6) actively assist and support professional development for teachers, educational services staff, and school leaders in the area of gifted and talented instruction. L.2019, c.338, s.3.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:35-37 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:35-37 - Coordinator for gifted and talented services.

18A:35-37 Coordinator for gifted and talented services.  4. a. The Commissioner of Education shall appoint a coordinator for gifted and talented services. The coordinator shall have teaching experience and specialized knowledge in gifted and talented education. The coordinator shall be responsible for providing support by identifying and sharing research and resources to school districts as they develop, implement, and review their local gifted and talented services. The coordinator shall be responsible for reviewing the information about gifted and talented services provided by each school district to support implementation of the provisions of this act. b. Each school district shall file with the coordinator a report by October 1, 2020 and thereafter on a schedule that coincides with the school district's New Jersey Quality Single Accountability Continuum review pursuant to section 11 of P.L.1975, c.212 (C.18A:7A-11). The report shall include, but not be limited to: (1) the gifted and talented continuum of services, policies, and procedures implemented in the school district; (2) the total number of students receiving gifted and talented services in each grade level kindergarten through grade 12 disaggregated by race, gender, special education designation, and English language learner designation;  (3) the professional development opportunities provided for teachers, educational services staff, and school leaders about gifted and talented students, their needs, and educational development; and (4) the number of staff employed by the school district whose job responsibilities include identification of and providing services to gifted and talented students. L.2019, c.338, s.4.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:35-38 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:35-38 - Complaint for noncompliance.

18A:35-38 Complaint for noncompliance.  5. a. An individual who believes that a school district has not complied with the provisions of this act may file a complaint with the board of education. The right to file a complaint shall be set forth in the board's policy on gifted and talented education. The policy shall be linked to the homepage of the board's Internet website. The board shall issue a decision, in writing, to affirm, reject, or modify the district's action in the matter.  b. The individual may then file a petition of appeal of the board's written decision to the Commissioner of Education through the Office of Controversies and Disputes in accordance with N.J.S.18A:6-9 and the procedures set forth in State Board of Education regulations. L.2019, c.338, s.5.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:35-39 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:35-39 - Information available on website.

18A:35-39 Information available on website.  6. A school district shall make detailed information available on its website regarding the policies and procedures used to identify students as gifted and talented and the continuum of services offered to gifted and talented students. The information shall include the criteria used for consideration for eligibility for the gifted and talented services, including the multiple measures used in the identification process to match a student's needs with services, and any applicable timelines in the identification process. L.2019, c.338, s.6.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:35-40 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:35-40 - Findings, declarations relative to civics education in public schools.

18A:35-40 Findings, declarations relative to civics education in public schools.  1. The Legislature finds and declares that: a. New Jersey law requires school districts to provide a two-year course of United States history in high school, which is supposed to include curriculum on civics, economics, and the history of the State of New Jersey; however, most school districts' curricula focus solely on a chronology of United States history in meeting this statutory requirement; b. New Jersey law also requires school districts to adopt a course of study about New Jersey history, geography, and community civics in an elementary grade; however, there are no social studies requirements for middle school; c. Civic literacy and engagement are essential to maintaining a representative democracy; d. Unlike 40 other states, New Jersey does not require school districts to provide a specific course in civics; e. By age 10, students possess the higher order thinking skills necessary for a rigorous, reflective course in civics; f. Independent studies conclude that well-designed civics education fosters an understanding and appreciation of democracy and the skills needed for participation in a democratic society; g. Requiring students to complete a civics course in middle school will ensure that all New Jersey students have the opportunity to gain the knowledge and skills for active citizenship; h. Professional development for teachers is critical to ensure effective classroom instruction; and  i. The New Jersey Center for Civic Education at Rutgers, The State University has substantial expertise and 30 years of experience providing professional development, sample curricula, and resources for New Jersey teachers. L.2021, c.185, s.1.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:35-41 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:35-41 - Provision of course of study in civics.

18A:35-41 Provision of course of study in civics.  3. Beginning in the 2022-2023 school year, each board of education shall provide a course of study in civics, which shall be taken by all students in an appropriate middle school grade. The course shall address: the values and principles underlying the American system of constitutional democracy; the function and limitations of government; and the role of a citizen in a democratic society. The board shall ensure that the course of study includes a minimum of two quarters of instruction, or the equivalent. L.2021, c.185, s.3.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:35-42 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:35-42 - Provision of materials, online resources.

18A:35-42. Provision of materials, online resources.  4. The New Jersey Center for Civic Education at Rutgers, the State University shall provide a clearinghouse of materials, an online resource center, technical assistance, professional development and any other activities to encourage the integration of civics, economics, and New Jersey history in the teaching of United States history pursuant to N.J.S.18A:35-1 and N.J.S.18A:35-2 and to enhance the middle school civics course of study as required pursuant to section 3 of this act. The Legislature shall annually appropriate such sums as are necessary to effectuate the purposes of this act to the New Jersey Center for Civic Education at Rutgers, the State University. L.2021, c.185, s.4.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-1 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-1 - School year

18A:36-1. School year  The school year for all schools in the public school system shall begin on July 1 and end on June 30. L.1967, c.271.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-2 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-2 - Time when schools are open; determination

18A:36-2. Time when schools are open; determination  The board of education shall determine annually the dates, between which the schools of the district shall be open, in accordance with law. L.1967, c.271.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-3 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-3 - Display of and salute to flag; pledge of allegiance

18A:36-3. Display of and salute to flag; pledge of allegiance  Every board of education shall: (a) Procure a United States flag, flagstaff and necessary appliances therefor for each school in the district and display such flag upon or near the public school building during school hours; (b) Procure a United States flag, flagstaff and necessary appliances or standard therefor for each assembly room and each classroom in each school, and display such flag in the assembly room and each classroom during school hours and at such other time as the board of education may deem proper; and (c) Require the pupils in each school in the district on every school day to salute the United States flag and repeat the following pledge of allegiance to the flag: "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all," which salute and pledge of allegiance shall be rendered with the right hand over the heart, except that pupils who have conscientious scruples against such pledge or salute, or are children of accredited representatives of foreign governments to whom the United States government extends diplomatic immunity, shall not be required to render such salute and pledge but shall be required to show full respect to the flag while the pledge is being given merely by standing at attention, the boys removing the headdress. L.1967, c.271.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-4 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-4 - Period of silence

18A:36-4. Period of silence  Principals and teachers in each public elementary and secondary school of each school district in this State shall permit students to observe a 1 minute period of silence to be used solely at the discretion of the individual student, before the opening exercises of each school day for quiet and private contemplation or introspection. L.1982, c. 205, s. 1, eff. Dec. 17, 1982.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-5 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-5 - "Special Education Week" designated.

18A:36-5 "Special Education Week" designated.  2. The week beginning with the second Sunday in May of each year is designated as "Special Education Week" in the State of New Jersey in order to give the citizens of this State the opportunity to recognize the contribution of public school board members, schools, and agencies for students with disabilities, educators, parents, and the students themselves, and to commend them for their dedication to ensuring quality education for students with disabilities in this State.  L.1995, c.104, s.2; amended 2017, c.131, s.25.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-5.1 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-5.1 - "School Violence Awareness Week"; designated.

18A:36-5.1 "School Violence Awareness Week"; designated.  2. The week beginning with the third Monday in October of each year is designated as "School Violence Awareness Week" in the State of New Jersey. School districts shall observe this week by organizing activities to prevent school violence including, but not limited to, age-appropriate opportunities for student discussion on conflict resolution, issues of student diversity, and tolerance. Law enforcement personnel shall be invited to join members of the teaching staff in the discussions. Programs shall also be provided for school board employees that are designed to help them recognize warning signs of school violence and to instruct them on recommended conduct during an incident of school violence. The Department of Education shall provide guidelines and information to boards of education for use in planning the activities in observance of the week and such funds as are necessary to pay the costs of the required activities and programs. L.2001, c.298, s.2; amended 2007, c.42, s.4.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-6 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-6 - Observance of flag day

18A:36-6. Observance of flag day  The principals and teachers in the public schools shall make suitable arrangements for the celebration, by appropriate exercises among the pupils in the schools, of June 14 in each year, as the day of the adoption of the American flag by the Continental congress. L.1967, c.271.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-7 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-7 - Designation of Arbor Day

18A:36-7. Designation of Arbor Day  For the purpose of encouraging the planting of shade and forest trees and the designation of a uniform day throughout the nation, the last Friday of April in each year is hereby designated as a day for the general observance of that purpose, and shall be known as Arbor Day. L.1967, c.271.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-10 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-10 - Designation of Commodore Barry Day

18A:36-10. Designation of Commodore Barry Day  September 13 in each year shall be known as Commodore John Barry Day, except when such day shall fall on Saturday, then the day preceding, or on Sunday, then the day following. L.1967, c.271.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-11 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-11 - Observance of Commodore Barry Day

18A:36-11. Observance of Commodore Barry Day  It shall be the duty of the authorities of every public school in this state to assemble the pupils in their charge on such day in the school building, or elsewhere, as they may deem proper, and to provide for and conduct such exercises or instructions as shall tend to (1) acquaint such pupils with the achievements of Commodore John Barry, "father of the American navy," and (2) honor the memory of Commodore Barry. L.1967, c.271.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-12 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-12 - Exercises on Commodore Barry Day

18A:36-12. Exercises on Commodore Barry Day  The commissioner shall prescribe a course of exercises or instructions which shall be adopted and observed by public school authorities on Commodore John Barry Day. L.1967, c.271.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-13 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-13 - Patriotic exercises preceding holidays.

18A:36-13 Patriotic exercises preceding holidays.  18A:36-13. Appropriate exercises for the development of a higher spirit of patriotism shall be held in all public schools on the last school day preceding Washington's Birthday (also celebrated as President's Day), Decoration or Memorial Day, Columbus Day, and Veterans Day. Amended 2007, c.42, s.7.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-13.1 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-13.1 - Observation of certain holidays by school district.

18A:36-13.1 Observation of certain holidays by school district.  5. A school district may conduct a course of exercises or instruction in accordance with the core curriculum content standards to observe holidays, including, but not limited to, Lincoln's Birthday, Thanksgiving Day, and Arbor Day. L.2007, c.42, s.5.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-13.2 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-13.2 - Excused absence for certain pupils on Veterans Day.

18A:36-13.2 Excused absence for certain pupils on Veterans Day.  1. a. Notwithstanding any law, rule, or regulation to the contrary, any pupil of a public school who is absent from school on November 11, Veterans Day, attending a ceremony honoring a veteran or a member of the United States Armed Forces or the New Jersey National Guard returning from overseas deployments, or assisting a veteran at a hospital, food shelter, or any similar facility, shall have the absence for those reasons recorded as an excused absence on the pupil's attendance record or on that of any group or class of which he is a member. Any transcript, application, employment form, or any similar form on which information concerning a pupil's attendance record is requested shall show, with respect to absences, only absences other than excused absences authorized pursuant to this subsection. In making a determination on whether or not a student has a perfect attendance record for the school year, a school district shall not consider as an absence an excused absence authorized pursuant to this subsection.  b. A pupil shall provide such documentation as the superintendent or administrative principal of the school district deems necessary to prove the pupil meets the requirements for the excused absence under subsection a. of this section.  c. As used in this section, "veteran" means a person who has served on active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and who was discharged or released therefrom under conditions other than dishonorable. L.2015, c.297, s.1.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-14 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-14 - Religious holidays; absence of pupils on; effect

18A:36-14. Religious holidays; absence of pupils on; effect  No pupil of any public school, who shall be absent, by reason of observance of a religious holiday, from such school at any time when the same is in session, shall by reason of such absence be deprived of any award or of eligibility or opportunity to compete for any award, or of the right to take an alternate test or examination, for any which he missed by reason of such absence, if a written excuse signed by a parent of, or person standing in loco parentis to, the pupil be presented to the proper school authority. L.1967, c.271.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-15 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-15 - Absence because of religious holidays as excused absence

18A:36-15. Absence because of religious holidays as excused absence  Any absence because of religious holidays shall be recorded as excused absence on the pupil's attendance record or on that of any group or class of which he is a member, and any transcript or application or employment form or any similar form on which information concerning a pupil's attendance record is requested shall show, with respect to absences, only absences other than absences excused because of religious holidays. L.1967, c.271.
NJ Rev Stat § 18A:36-16 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 18A - Education|Section 18A:36-16 - Rules regarding religious holidays

18A:36-16. Rules regarding religious holidays  The commissioner, with the approval of the state board, shall prescribe rules relative to absences for religious holidays including, but not limited to, a list of holidays on which it shall be mandatory to excuse a pupil, but nothing herein contained shall be construed to limit the right of any board of education, at its discretion, to excuse absence on any other day by reason of the observance of a religious holiday. L.1967, c.271.