18A:29B-2 - Findings, declarations relative to recognition of educational services professionals
18A:29B-2 Findings, declarations relative to recognition of educational services professionals.
2.The Legislature finds and declares that:
a.the public school system in this State is made more successful by the work of educational services professionals;
b.educational services professionals provide important services outside of the classroom environment that improve students' academic opportunities, workforce preparedness, and overall quality of life;
c.providing for local and Statewide recognition of outstanding educational services professionals will demonstrate our appreciation of their contributions and encourage others to strive for the same; and
d.the purpose of this act is to provide for Statewide awards and recognition of the excellence of current school district employees employed in a position requiring an educational services certificate.
L.2003,c.216,s.2.