S 2225 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes summer transition pilot program for rising kindergarten students who meet certain criteria.

This bill establishes a four-year summer pilot program for rising kindergarten students in New Jersey who meet specific eligibility criteria. It targets low-income students (family income at or below 85% of state median) and those who did not attend full-year preschool, need academic support, or belong to priority groups like English language learners or homeless children. Participating school districts must offer a six-week summer program focused on language, literacy, and math, plus family support resources. The program will be funded through a new state education fund, with participating districts required to report on outcomes to determine potential expansion.
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Introduced Jan 13, 2026 Last action Jan 13, 2026
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