New Jersey § 18a:7c-5
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 18a:7c-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 18a:7c-5.
A board of education shall establish a policy to address the cost of the graduation
ceremony and the cost of a yearbook for graduating pupils who have a financial hardship. No graduating pupil shall be excluded from a graduation ceremony whose parent, legal
guardian or other person having legal custody of the pupil is unable to pay the fees
required for that graduation ceremony because of financial hardship. In determining financial hardship, the criteria shall be the same as the Statewide
eligibility standards established by the State Board of Education for free and reduced
price meals under the State school lunch program.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 18a:7c-5
What does New Jersey Statutes § 18a:7c-5 cover?
Section 18a:7c-5 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite New Jersey § 18a:7c-5?
A common citation format is "New Jersey Statutes § 18a:7c-5" (New Jersey). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the New Jersey official source linked on this page or consult a licensed New Jersey attorney.
How does New Jersey § 18a:7c-5 apply to my situation?
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