The state’s next commissioner of education plans to find the root causes of school budget deficits, expand academic recovery efforts, and support schools in implementing AI.

The Newark Board of Education election is scheduled for April 21. This year, four seats are up for grabs.

Newark Public Schools and other districts could see upgrades to their buildings under a new bill proposed by Sen. M. Teresa Ruiz that would ask voters to authorize state bonds.

New Jersey’s incoming education leader has experience leading literacy initiatives in Texas and is expected to bring her expertise to the state's literacy efforts, among other areas.

The state’s education commissioner approved the renewal of five charter schools in Newark and two enrollment expansions. One expansion was denied after the city’s public school district raised objections.

Una nueva ley estatal requiere que todos los distritos escolares de Nueva Jersey prohíban el uso de teléfonos celulares durante el horario escolar, pero las nuevas políticas deben contemplar excepciones.

Newark schools are closed on Monday as heavy snow and frigid temperatures hit New Jersey.

During her Tuesday inauguration, Sherrill made few mentions about education but pledged to address concerns about safety, education, and economic stability for New Jersey residents.

Murphy’s final speech sets the stage for education priorities Gov.-elect Mikie Sherrill may pursue as Newark grapples with old buildings, student performance, and a rise in vulnerable students.

A new state law requires all New Jersey school districts to prohibit the use of cellphones during school hours, but new policies must allow for exceptions.