Morristown Media®️ on Instagram: "Governor Phil Murphy has signed legislation mandating that public schools across New Jersey teach Latino and Hispanic history and contributions in all K–12 social studies classes, starting in the 2026–2027 school year 🏫. The law requires the State Board of Education to update standards to ensure lessons are accurate, culturally relevant, and age-appropriate ✅. The Commissioner of Education, with the Commission on Latino and Hispanic Heritage, will create sample

Morristown Media®️ on Instagram: "The NJ Department of Labor announced the state’s minimum wage will rise to $15.92 per hour starting Jan. 1, 2026. The $0.43 boost reflects inflation adjustments under the Consumer Price Index and continues the multi-year plan signed by Gov. Phil Murphy in 2019, when wages stood at $8.60. 🌟 Seasonal and small business workers will earn $15.23, farmworkers $14.20, long-term care staff $18.92, and tipped workers $6.05 plus tips 🍴🚜🏥. By 2028 for seasonal/small b