Establishes "Purple Ribbon Schools Program" in DOE to recognize public and nonpublic schools with positive school climate.

This bill creates New Jersey's "Purple Ribbon Schools Program" within the Department of Education to annually recognize public and nonpublic schools that demonstrate progress in creating positive school climates. It directly affects schools that provide safe, inclusive environments for students and staff, raise suicide prevention awareness, and address student and staff mental health through specific initiatives. The program requires the Commissioner to form a working group - including educators, mental health experts, and students - to develop selection criteria focused on diversity efforts, inclusive policies (like wellness rooms), mental health support programs, and staff training in mental health first aid. Schools meeting these criteria will receive recognition based on a scoring system developed by the working group.