S 2829
Requires candidate for teacher certification to complete course or training on anti-racism in education.
Take action
Record your position on this measure.
Sign in to record your position, submit testimony, or contact your legislator.
Sign in to take action- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed General Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Bill overview
This bill requires all candidates for teacher certification in New Jersey to complete a course or training on anti-racism in education before they can be certified. It also mandates that educator preparation programs update their curriculum to include this training. Furthermore, those seeking certification through the alternate route will need to complete the training within a year of employment. The course or training must cover topics such as diversity, racial literacy, examining biases, and the impact of race on various aspects of the classroom and school environment.
Arguments in favor
Reasons to support this legislation.
No arguments in favor have been submitted.
Submit yoursArguments opposed
Reasons to oppose this legislation.
No arguments opposed have been submitted.
Submit yoursRead the latest version inline or switch to a previous version.