On January 8th, Governor Murphy signed what his administration calls a bell-to-bell cell phone ban into law, which will take effect during the 2026-27 school year. This law requires “guidelines on student use of internet-enabled devices to be developed by the New Jersey Department of Education,” with each public school’s governing body adopting corresponding policies. This […]
Author: Lana Lee
Murphy Signs Critical Legislation Before Leaving Office
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Before the Murphy administration concluded, several critical pieces of legislation were signed into law. “Bell-to-Bell” Cell Phone Ban: Effective for the 2026-27 school year, this law restricts student phone use during school hours. The policy reflects recommendations from the Commission on the Effects of Social Media Usage on Adolescents, of which […]
Parent Voices: How NJ Policymakers Can Address the Challenges of Raising a Family
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin We know that stories can help policymakers truly understand what is working for families and what challenges still need to be addressed. ACNJ gathered and shared parents’ stories and experiences in finding and using services to support their children. Child Care and Family Supports Maternal Health Health and Nutrition
Conference: Providers Explore Solutions as Essential Partners in Making Universal Pre-K Sustainable
New Jersey’s First Community-Based Preschool Private Provider Conference: The Future of Public Preschool: Building a Bold Vision Together convened on October 16, bringing together early childhood leaders, educators, funders, and advocates committed to strengthening community-based public pre-K partnerships across New Jersey. View Photos from Event The conference was created in response to the growing challenges […]
The Impact of Social Media on Adolescents
ACNJ served on New Jersey’s Commission on the Effects of Social Media Usage on Adolescents, which examined how social media impacts young people. The Commission published recommendations aimed at preserving social media’s benefits while reducing potential harms – including banning cellphones at school and delaying social media access until age 16. More in the News: […]
