Why are the professional associations (NJASA and NJPSA) assuming such a major role in implementing this requirement?
A 9: The new regulations on professional learning for school leaders require a high level of commitment and a deep understanding of the professional development process if it is to be implemented in a manner consistent with its intention. In order to be effective in improving the culture of school leadership in New Jersey, it is important that the new requirement not be simply a mandate with minimal compliance levels. The involvement of the associations in the development and implementation of the new code was designed to cultivate that commitment and understanding. The associations have expressed belief that the code can be used as an opportunity to genuinely enhance each school leaders skills and improve each school through the types of collaborative, job-embedded , continuous professional learning encouraged by the new regulations.
