New Jersey Statutes Title 18A. Education 18A § 44-6

(1) setting required standards for early childhood education programs in districts that operate preschool programs for three-and four-year olds that emphasize the quality necessary to meet children's needs, including, but not limited to, standards for teacher qualifications, program design and facilities;

(2) identifying and disseminating information on model early childhood education programs that meet and exceed high standards for program quality;

(3) the coordination of early childhood programs and services in consultation with the Department of Human Services;

(4) identifying the amount of funds necessary to implement successful early childhood education programs based on a comprehensive needs assessment;

(5) providing assistance, as needed, to school districts in implementing early childhood education programs;

(6) implementing the early childhood education orders of the New Jersey Supreme Court;

(7) overseeing the evaluation and monitoring of early childhood education programs in districts that operate preschool programs for three-and four-year olds; and

(8) providing, in consultation with the Department of Human Services, an annual report to the Legislature and public on early childhood education.