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NJ S3186

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

Andrew Zwicker

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Appropriates $9 million from the General Fund to the Department of Education to establish a three-year pilot program promoting project-based STEM learning for at-risk students in grades 6-8

  • Nine school districts will be selected, with four potentially being Camden City, Newark City, Paterson City, and Trenton City school districts

  • Funds may be used for curriculum development, teacher training, and classroom supplies and equipment through a contract with Engaged Learning Strategies

  • Project-based learning is defined as hands-on courses allowing students to design, develop, and implement projects applicable to real-world experiences

  • The Commissioner of Education must submit a report to the Governor and Legislature at the pilot's conclusion with implementation details and recommendations on statewide feasibility

Legislative Description

Makes supplemental appropriation of $9 million from General Fund to DOE to support Engaged Learning Strategies - STEM Curriculum Program in certain school districts.

Education

Last Action

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee

5/9/2024

Committee Referrals

Education5/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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