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NJ S3804
Bill
Status
3/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Teresa Ruiz
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AI Summary
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Creates a five-year Community Schools Pilot Program in the New Jersey Department of Education to establish public schools that integrate educational, health, family, and developmental services through community partnerships year-round.
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Requires the Commissioner of Education to contract with a higher education institution or qualified nonprofit organization to manage the program and establish a technical assistance center for participating schools.
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Selects one public school (including district, renaissance, or charter schools) in each of New Jersey's 21 counties to receive a dedicated site coordinator who will assist with community school establishment and operations.
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Site coordinators are employed and paid by the managing organization, not the school districts, and schools must enter agreements outlining the coordinator's role and authority.
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Establishes a nonlapsing Community Schools Pilot Program Fund for legislative appropriations and private contributions, with an independent evaluation and final report due within six months of program completion.
Legislative Description
Establishes five-year community schools pilot program.
Education
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Education Committee
3/5/2026