Attention New Jersey citizens age 16 and older: Your community needs YOU to serve as a poll worker for the 2024 elections. Get details and apply now at PollWorker.NJ.Gov. #NJVotes #PowerThePolls

More than half of high schoolers consider themselves “frequent procrastinators,” research says. Christine Boatman shares an end-of-semester strategy you can use to support these students in passing your class. ✅ edut.to/3VTm432

Highly-mobile children, such as military-connected children, deserve a high-quality education. An OSERS letter to state special ed directors provides resources to help support children with disabilities who move frequently.
sites.ed.gov/idea/files/Let… #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild #MilKid

Have you subscribed to the New Jersey Department of Education’s YouTube channel yet? Be sure to hit the subscribe button and ring the notification bell so you never miss an update! shorturl.at/xGQU4

School leaders: Raise the bar on academic success in your school with ED resources to help schools address chronic absenteeism, offer high-dosage tutoring, and provide summer & afterschool learning: ed.gov/raisethebar/ac…

#DYK that famed children/young adult author Beverly Cleary was born on April 12, 1916?

Today, we celebrate her birthday as #DEAR Day - an opportunity for families to 'Drop Everything and Read'!

#FactFriday #DEAR

Next week, April 14-20, is NJ High School Voter Registration Week. If you are an eligible 17 or 18 year old we’re calling on you to take part. Find out how your school and community can participate at: nj.gov/state/election… #NJStudentsVote #NJVotes

If someone you know is struggling with grief, #MentalHealth , or substance use, remind them that help is available. Use or share this SAMHSA resource to #FindSupport : go.dhs.gov/JSb

Spring is in the air! No matter the grade or subject, learning outside can leave students less stressed and more engaged. 🌿

Astronaut @LunarLoral recently returned to Earth after six months of science aboard the International Space Station. Join us on April 15 at 10:45am ET (1445 UTC) for a news conference covering her mission to space—and share your questions for Loral with #AskNASA : go.nasa.gov/4aNrVv0

The U.S. Department of Education gave the New Jersey Department of Education a commendation for our response in handling the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out more: tinyurl.com/2v22a2v3

Looking to learn more about how to waive educator certification fees during the New Jersey Department of Education Certification Fee Holiday running through 6/30/24? Learn more about the fee holiday submission process here: bit.ly/3sJDoLd #FeeHoliday #GoodNewsInNJSchools

'Bilingualism is your secret for success.' - Our interviewee, Mamdoh, shares his thoughts on the benefits of being multilingual. #bilingualism #sealofbiliteracy #njed #multilingualism @rutgersgse @newjerseydoe FLENJ @njtesol_njbe buff.ly/3xrGXbs

Get ready to #FindYourPlaceInSpace !

All this week, ED & our government partners are promoting the power of the space industry and all it has to offer for students.

Find events in your area! nasa.gov/spaceweek/

Deployed family members, frequent moves, & changing schools are just a few of the unique challenges military children experience.

This #MonthOfTheMilitaryChild , we recognize, celebrate, & thank military children for their service & sacrifice as military family members.

#MOTMC

School leaders: ED’s new Toolkit for the Promotion of Voter Participation for Students can help you support all students’ civic engagement.

Find specific resources for K-12 schools & post-secondary institutions: www2.ed.gov/documents/pres… #WednesdayWisdom

Calling students in Grade 3-12!

Enter America250’s #AmericasFieldTrip contest for a chance to travel to one of America’s landmarks!

Submit your art, essays, videos, & other media to answer the prompt: “What does America mean to you?”

america250.org/fieldtrip #America250

Have questions about the election process, voter registration, or anything having to do with NJ Elections? Check out frequently asked questions and answers on Vote.NJ.Gov and be prepared for upcoming 2024 elections. #NJVotes #NJElections
nj.gov/state/election…

Thank you, Vice President Kamala Harris, for spreading the word that there is space for everyone. There’s no right or wrong way, and it’s never too late to #FindYourPlaceInSpace . nasa.gov/spaceweek/

Read more about the Best Communication Practices for Interacting with Autistic People here: milestones.org/get-started/fo…
#AutismAwarenessMonth #SEL #CommunicationMatters