New Jersey School Physician Coalition

 March Session Recap

Thanks to all who joined us for our session on

Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

By clicking the buttons below, you can access the session recording, presentation slides, and evaluation. We encourage you to complete the session evaluation so we may continue to meet your needs in future sessions!

Thank you to our Speakers:

If you have any follow-up questions for our speakers, you can connect with them directly via email by clicking on their name below.

Session Resources

Home Instruction Forms

• Home Instruction Request Form
• School MD Review Form
• Parent Home Instruction Letter

Legislation

• A3340: Permits advanced practice nurse to provide documentation to school district
• of the need for home instruction due to student’s health condition
• S3776: Establishes Chronic Absenteeism Task Force
• New Jersey School Boards Association: Governor Signs Law Establishing Chronic Absenteeism Task Force

Policies and Additional Resources

• American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement: The Link Between School Attendance and Good Health
• American Academy of Pediatrics Resource: School Attendance
• New Jersey Department of Education: Programs to Support Student Development

New Jersey Department of Education Updated Memos:

• Guidance on the Requirement to Appoint a School Physician for the Provision of Health Services
• Update Regarding the Provision of Home Instruction
• Surveillance for Infectious Conditions (SIC) Reporting
• Updated Requirements for Training School Staff in the Care of Students with Epilepsy and Seizure Disorders

Malpractice Insurance

For more information about malpractice insurance, coverage options, and support for school physicians, contact:

Kevin Byrne, Senior VP

Alliant Insurance Services

Email: Kevin.Byrne@alliant.com

Phone Number: 908-783-2567

Join us for our next session!

May 21, 2026 from 12:00pm - 1:00pm via Zoom

Topic: TBD

Potential Topics to Consider:

Standing Orders

Legal Issues

Mental Health Diagnosis

Diabetes

Concussions

Seizures