COVID-19 Education Alerts

Scarinci Hollenbeck remains committed not only to providing top-tier legal services but also to regularly providing information and resources on the legal aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 Education Alerts provided by our attorneys' supply municipalities, boards of education, and administrators with the latest and relevant legal updates that may help you adapt to the rapidly evolving developments regarding the outbreak of COVID-19.

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Scarinci Hollenbeck remains committed not only to providing top-tier legal services but also to regularly providing information and resources to our client base and internet following. Client Alerts provided by our attorneys supply businesses, municipalities, and more with the latest and relevant legal updates that may impact them and how they might be able to proceed.

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NJDOE Issues Modified In-person Graduation Ceremony Guidelines

New Jersey school districts now have three options for holding graduation ceremonies New Jersey school districts now have three options for holding graduation ceremonies amid the COVID-19 pandemic: virtual ceremonies, drive-in/drive-through ceremonies, and modified in-person, outdoor ceremonies. Both drive-in/drive-through and modified in-person, outdoor ceremonies must comply with strict requirements designed to protect the health and […]

Author: Carolyn R. Chaudry

June 1, 2020

COVID-19 Raises Extended School Year Questions for New Jersey Schools

During the extended school closures resulting from COVID-19, New Jersey school districts remain legally obligated to provide a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) to students with disabilities. During the extended school closures resulting from COVID-19, New Jersey school districts remain legally obligated to provide a free and appropriate public education (FAPE) to students with […]

Author: Nathanya G. Simon

June 1, 2020

What NJ School Districts Should Know About the Possible Delay in Municipal Tax Payments

NJ Governor Phil Murphy signed Public Law 2020, Chapter 34 (A-3969/S-2392), which now gives local governments greater flexibility with regard to various timeframes, deadlines, and other statutory requirements during the ongoing COVID-19-related state of emergency. Partner & Chair of the firm’s Public & Education Law practice groups John G. Geppert On May 15, New Jersey Governor […]

Author: John G. Geppert

May 26, 2020

COVID-19

Does Executive Order Authorizing Car Gatherings Provide an Alternative to Canceling School Graduations?

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is slowly lifting restrictions that were put in place to help curb the spread of COVID-19… New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy is slowly lifting restrictions that were put in place to help curb the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). However, prohibitions of large public gatherings will likely remain in place for […]

Author: John G. Geppert

May 15, 2020

COVID-19

Six Steps to Prepare for Post-COVID-19 Special Education Disputes

Partner Nathanya G. Simon was featured in Special ED Connection article regarding steps school districts should take to prepare for potential special education disputes after COVID-19 Partner Nathanya G. Simon was recently interviewed by Special ED Connection in an article regarding the steps school districts should take to prepare for and minimize the potential for […]

Author: Scarinci Hollenbeck, LLC

April 30, 2020

Federal Relief for NJ School Districts Now Available to State Dept. of Education

On April 23, 2020, Federal Relief was made available to New Jersey School Districts… On April 23, 2020, U.S. Secretary of Education, Betsy DeVos announced New Jersey’s allocation of funds as relief approved through the CARES Act P.L. No. 116-136 and the Elementary and Secondary School Education Relief Fund (ESSER Fund). New Jersey was allocated a […]

Author: Carolyn R. Chaudry

April 24, 2020

New Jersey

New Jersey Assembly Bill A3904

New Jersey Assembly Bill A3904 permits the use of virtual instruction to meet 180-day minimum school year requirement and requires all employees be paid as if school is open New Jersey Assembly Bill A3904, permitting the use of virtual or remote instruction to meet the minimum 180 day school year requirement upon Commissioner approval of […]

Author: Carolyn R. Chaudry

April 16, 2020

COVID-19

New Jersey Department of Labor Issues Guidance on COVID-19

The New Jersey Department of Labor Issued Guidance on COVID-19 and Benefits Employees May Access Under Different Scenarios During these uncertain times public employers are asking how to respond to employees’ requests for information as to their job security, benefits and whether they will be paid should school district’s remain on a virtual education model […]

Author: Carolyn R. Chaudry

March 19, 2020

COVID-19

The federal government passed the Coronavirus Families First Response Act

The Federal Government Passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act The Federal Government passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, HR6201 on March 18th, 2020. This legislation will allow for free screenings, two weeks of paid sick leave for State government workers and private companies with fewer than 500 employees to either quarantine or seek […]

Author: Carolyn R. Chaudry

March 19, 2020

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