Education

As the new school year gets underway, Governor Mikie Sherrill today highlighted the comprehensive mental health and wellness resources available to students, families, and educators across the state during the 2026-2027 school year.

According to NJ.com, the Lakewood Township School District is warning it may lay off more than 160 teachers’ aides as it faces mounting financial strain and a possible state takeover

Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin supports a K–12 ban on non-academic cellphone use. The measure could pass before Jan. 20, aiming to curb classroom distractions with a uniform policy.

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners congratulated administrators, teachers, and students at five local public elementary schools for being ranked among U.S. News & World Report’s top elementary schools in New Jersey.

According to NJ.com, a former Monmouth County special education teacher found not guilty of inappropriately touching a student is back in court this time suing the student’s family and school officials.

The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is proud to recognize Dr. Wendy Gray Morales, the assistant superintendent of the Monmouth Ocean Educational Services Commission (MOESC), and Dr. Angello Villarreal, a Spanish teacher at Freehold Township High School, who were chosen for the United States Department of State Fulbright program.

As New Jersey continues to take steps to bolster behavioral and mental health services throughout the state, the Higher Education Student Assistance Authority (HESAA) today announced the launch of the latest round of applications for a State program offering up to $180,000 in student loan redemption and incentive grants for eligible behavioral healthcare professionals.

TRENTON – Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Secretary of Higher Education Dr. Brian Bridges today announced the availability of $250 million in capital facilities grant funding through a joint solicitation of two state-backed, revolving bond programs for higher education. This funding will help New Jersey’s eligible public and private institutions of higher education pursue projects that promote the success and safety of students.

PLAINFIELD – Governor Phil Murphy today signed three bills to bolster early childhood education in New Jersey, building on a multi-year, administration-wide effort to expand access to free, high-quality preschool and full-day kindergarten programs. Together, these bills will help ensure children in New Jersey can enjoy a strong foundation upon which to build their educational careers.

In a landmark collaboration that bridges healthcare access and workforce development, Brookdale Community College and Parker Family Health Center have signed an agreement to establish a free dental clinic on Brookdale’s main campus in Lincroft, NJ. The clinic, to be located in the Wilbur Ray Building, will provide essential dental care to underserved populations in Monmouth County while also creating hands-on learning experiences for Brookdale students.