AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEducation & Equity: Newark Public Schools hit a historic low in chronic absenteeism, dropping to 8.5% for 2025-26 after years of improvement—especially for Black students and students with disabilities. Back to School Policy: Lebanon Township, N.J., is limiting classroom screen time for K-8 students to two hours a day, aiming to push “back to basics” writing and note-taking. Higher Ed & Service: Seton Hall launched a Peace Corps Prep program for undergrads and welcomed its Class of 2029 (327 students) and Class of 2030 (about 1,560 first-years), highlighting global service and growing selectivity. Community & Faith: A Carlstadt church fire was reportedly sparked by lightning, with repairs needed before services resume. Culture & Community Memory: The Northern NJ Holocaust Memorial & Education Center received a major $100,000 gift from the Hod & Locke families, supporting its next steps. Immigration & Law: The DOJ sued New Mexico, joining Arizona, Oregon, and Washington, challenging in-state tuition and aid for undocumented students. Tech & Environment: Gov. Sherrill signed a law requiring data centers to report water and energy use every six months to state regulators.
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