Revises requirements for proceedings concerning nonrenewal of nontenured staff members of district boards of education.

This bill changes how New Jersey school districts handle nonrenewal of nontenured staff contracts. It replaces current informal "Donaldson hearings" with a formal hearing process for staff whose chief school administrator recommends against renewal. Key requirements include: the school board must hold a formal hearing with the board attorney present, the staff member must submit supporting materials 3 days in advance, and the board must issue a written decision detailing the facts, reasoning, and how it addressed the written reasons for nonrenewal. The bill also requires video functionality to remain active during remote hearings unless during a formal recess.