It was wonderful seeing new and familiar faces at ACNJ’s annual breakfast last week! In addition to celebrating our wins for children, we welcomed an engaging panel discussion focused on moving forward with social media. The event also recognized senior policy analyst Cynthia Rice, who will be retiring this December after 31 years of advocacy. View pictures from ACNJ’s breakfast celebration View highlight video, […]
Author: Lana Lee
Senior Policy Analyst Cynthia Rice Retiring at the End of the Year
Cynthia Rice, senior policy analyst for Advocates for Children of New Jersey, will retire at the end of 2023 after 31 years of service. Known to most as “Cyndie,” her expertise and decades-long experience in policymaking, keen sense of political strategy, and strong relationship-building have helped advance many of ACNJ’s wins for children. Whether meeting […]
#NJVotes4Kids Video Contest: And the Winners are…
ACNJ is excited to announce the winners of the #NJVotes4Kids video contest! We received wonderful submissions from students across the state about issues that matter to them and why it is important to vote. And the winners are… Grades 3-5 1st place: Zyan Siddiqui, Gr. 3, Sussex County 2nd place: Maryam Haq, Gr. 3, Ocean […]
Preschool Expansion Coming to 26 New School Districts!
Governor Murphy just announced 26 New Jersey school districts will receive funding to expand their public preschool programs. The expansion aid will add at least 1,715 new pre-K seats. Click here to read more from Gov. Murphy’s news release. List of 26 school districts benefiting from Preschool Expansion Aid: Bergen County Carlstadt: $442,304 Burlington County Florence: $779,670 […]
Webinar: Early Relational Health is Everyone’s Business! (Celebrate Babies Week 2023)
Facebook X (Twitter) Linkedin Did you know that learning begins with relationships? What happens during the first few years of a baby’s life can set the stage for future development – the bonds they create, their ability to manage emotions, and how they experience the world around them. Join our webinar as we raise awareness […]
