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New Jersey Assembly Bill A3355

New Jersey 2024-2025 Regular Session

New Jersey Assembly Bill A3355

Introduced
1/29/24  

Caption

Requires school districts to include information on events of September 11, 2001 as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies; requires public schools to hold annual events commemorating September 11, 2001.

Impact

In addition to curriculum requirements, the bill stipulates that each public school must organize annual commemorative events focusing on September 11. These events will foster discussions among students about conflict resolution, diversity, and tolerance towards different cultures and religions, supporting the development of a more inclusive educational environment. This legislative move represents an effort to ensure that students are not only informed about historical events but also equipped with the tools to foster understanding and acceptance of diverse viewpoints.

Summary

Bill A3355, introduced in the New Jersey Legislature, mandates that school districts incorporate instruction about the events of September 11, 2001, into their curricula for students in elementary, middle, and high school as part of the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies. The curriculum will cover various essential aspects, including the historical context of the attacks, a timeline of the day, the heroic actions of first responders, and the subsequent humanitarian efforts from communities across the nation. The bill aims to provide students with a well-rounded understanding of this significant historical event and its impact on society.

Contention

While the bill has garnered support for its educational objectives, potential points of contention could arise regarding how the events and their implications are taught. Concerns may include the balance of perspectives represented in the teaching materials and the appropriateness of age-specific content. Critics might argue that the bill's requirements impose a narrative that could oversimplify complex geopolitical issues surrounding the events of September 11 and their aftermath. The necessity of age-appropriate instruction raises questions about how effectively these sensitive topics can be addressed within a classroom setting.

Latest A3355 Activity

Companion Bills

NJ S713

Carry Over Requires school districts to include information on events of September 11, 2001 as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies; requires public schools to hold annual events commemorating September 11, 2001.

NJ A3877

Carry Over Requires school districts to include information on events of September 11, 2001 as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies; requires public schools to hold annual events commemorating September 11, 2001.

NJ S4249

Same As Requires school districts to include information on events of September 11, 2001 as part of New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Social Studies; requires public schools to hold annual events commemorating September 11, 2001.

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