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Board counsel delivers School Ethics Act refresher to trustees
Summary
Board legal counsel reviewed common pitfalls under New Jersey’s School Ethics Act and reminded trustees of standards on conflict, confidentiality, volunteering and public statements.
Board counsel delivered a refresher on the School Ethics Act and common issues that lead to complaints, particularly conflicts of interest, misuse of official position and confidentiality. The presenter framed the talk as a brief annual reminder for board members and new trustees: “We talked about… the appearance of propriety — the school ethics commission applies that standard,” the counsel said, noting the commission’s decisions guide enforcement.
The presentation highlighted several frequent violations…
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