Requires board of education to directly employ certain professionals; permits board of education to contract for certain personnel; permits use of virtual or remote instruction for public school students in certain circumstances.

This bill requires New Jersey school boards to directly employ most certified staff, with exceptions for substitute teachers, financial literacy instructors, and personnel in specialized programs. It permits school boards to contract with certified personnel for specific services like special education and allows virtual instruction for students when in-person learning isn't feasible, requiring Commissioner approval and a formal application process. The bill also permits virtual instruction for certain summer school programs and individualized learning opportunities that meet state standards, with specific requirements for implementation. These provisions apply to all public school districts, charter schools, and renaissance school projects across New Jersey.