NJ
New Jersey Assembly Bill A3551

New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A3551

Introduced
3/10/22  

Caption

Requires public school instruction in suicide prevention to be provided in grades kindergarten through 12 and include certain elements.

Impact

The legislation requires the State Board of Education to revise its Core Curriculum Content Standards, integrating evidence-based practices within the curriculum. Such integration seeks to create comprehensive mental health education that includes key topics like recognizing the warning signs of suicide, understanding the risks and negative impacts of stigma, and identifying supportive resources and professionals. By embedding such critical instruction within the educational framework, the bill aims to equip students with knowledge and resources essential for personal wellbeing and social responsibility.

Summary

Assembly Bill A3551 introduces significant changes to the public school curriculum across New Jersey. The bill mandates that instruction on suicide prevention is to be implemented for students from kindergarten through 12th grade. This initiative seeks to address mental health as it relates to suicide prevention, ensuring that educational content encompasses a variety of vital elements that resonate with the age and understanding of students. The implementation of this instruction aims to foster an environment of awareness and understanding regarding mental health and suicide prevention among young students.

Contention

While the bill is expected to have a positive impact on mental health awareness within schools, there may be discussions regarding the appropriateness of certain topics for younger audiences and the capacity of school personnel to address these issues effectively. Potential concerns could arise about the adequacy of training provided to educators and the resources allocated for the implementation of these changes. Furthermore, there may be debates about the overarching necessity and expected outcomes of such widespread educational reform.

Latest A3551 Activity

Companion Bills

NJ S489

Same As Requires public school instruction in mental health as it relates to suicide prevention and provides various elements which may be included in instruction.

Previously Filed As

NJ A3607

Requires public school instruction in suicide prevention to be provided in grades kindergarten through 12 and include certain elements.

NJ S489

Requires public school instruction in mental health as it relates to suicide prevention and provides various elements which may be included in instruction.

NJ A3526

Requires NJ Youth Suicide Prevention Advisory Council to prepare report regarding suicide prevention instruction in public schools.

NJ S1662

Requires NJ Youth Suicide Prevention Advisory Council to prepare report regarding suicide prevention instruction in public schools.

NJ A4820

Requires school districts to provide instruction on prevention of Lyme Disease and other tick-borne diseases in grades kindergarten through 12; requires DOH to publish certain guidelines concerning ticks.

NJ S2463

Requires school districts to provide instruction on prevention of Lyme Disease and other tick-borne diseases in grades kindergarten through 12; requires DOH to publish certain guidelines concerning ticks.

NJ S2206

Requires NJ Youth Suicide Prevention Advisory Council to prepare report regarding suicide prevention instruction in public schools.

NJ S4409

Repeals law that requires diversity and inclusion instruction for public school students in grades kindergarten through 12.

NJ A5560

Repeals law that requires diversity and inclusion instruction for public school students in grades kindergarten through 12.

NJ S2385

Removes diversity and inclusion instruction requirements for students in grades kindergarten through eight.

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