What if I forget my badge?
You can go to the Hall D registration area and show your I.D. to receive a new badge. Kiosks are also provided in the registration area for your convenience . You will need your NJEA membership card to use the kiosk.
Are there workshops during the keynote sessions?
Workshops will not occur during the keynote (plenary) sessions.
- Thursday 11:30 to 12:30
- Friday 11:30 to 12:30
Our keynote (plenary session) speakers will be:
- Thursday November 4 Sir Kenneth Robinson
- Friday November 5 Soledad O'Brien
They keynote (plenary) sessions will be held in Hall A.
Please note that the Exhibit floor WILL BE OPEN during the kenote (plenary) sessions.
What time does the Exhibit Hall open and close?
The Exhibit Hall is open from 9AM through 5PM on Thursday. And from 8AM through 4PM on Friday.
The classrooms are open from 9:30AM through 4:30PM on Thursday and Friday.
What are my Transportation Options?
There are many ways to get to Atlantic City. Here are more details on your transportation options.
County Hospitality Events
For information regarding your county hospitality events, please check the 2010 NJEA Convention Program or contact your County EA office.
Can I take a Shuttle to the Convention Center?
Only participating hotels will offer shuttle service. Please see your Convention Program for more information. You will receive your Convention Program in late September.
Can I Receive a Certificate of Attendance?
New Jersey law (18A: 31-2) provides certain school employees the opportunity to be absent from school for the purpose of attending the Convention.
Certificates of attendance are distributed on the main exhibit floor in the rear of Hall B on Thursday and Friday only.
What are the Fees for NJEA Members?
Admission is free for NJEA members and their immediate families. Spouses, civil union or domestic partners, and children must be registered by the member they accompany and are only permitted on the exhibit floor. No guests are permitted in the classroom areas.
What are the Admission Fees for all other Attendees?
General admission fees for all other convention attendees are:
- $75 per day Nonmembers
- $50 per day Affiliated group members who are not NJEA members
- $40 per day Student affiliated group members who are not NJEA members
NJEA accepts cash, checks, or credit cards (VISA, MasterCard, or American Express)
Can I bring a guest?
Yes, but guests are permitted on the exhibit floor only, and children under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please remember that guests (including children) are NOT permitted in the second, third, and fourth floors classrooms at any time.
Guests who want to attend workshops must register as a non-member and pay $75 per day ($50 per day if a member of a professional group affiliated with NJEA; $40 per day if they are student members of a professional group affiliated with NJEA).
Nonmembers and guests may visit the kiosks in the Atrium to gain admission. On-site registration hours are:
Thursday—8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday—7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Where do I find information for exhibitors?
Information for Exhibitors can be found at njeaexhibits.com
Can I pre-register for workshops at the NJEA Convention?
NJEA is implementing a pre-registration pilot program for 2010. Please refer to the pre-registration pilot page in the NJEA Convention Program which you will receive in late September.
The remaining programs are strictly filled on a first come-first served basis.
When selecting a workshop for Convention, please keep in mind that the Atlantic City Fire Marshall sets room capacity based on room size and set-up. Consequently, if your workshop is scheduled in a small room, you may want to arrive early to insure admittance.
Check out your Convention program for specific room capacities.
Is the Convention Center accessible to physically challenged persons?
The Atlantic City Convention Center is accessible by the physically challenged.
We suggest that guests with limited mobility bring a wheelchair for their comfort and safety. For your convenience, wheelchairs may be rented with a credit card by contacting the UPS Business Center at 609-449-2480 by October 15. (Fax 609-449-2478). The cost of renting a wheelchair is $35 per day. Electric scooter rental is $75 per day. Reservations are required.
A limited number of handicapped parking spots are available for a fee in the Convention Center garage.
Convention Center attendees requiring special assistance should contact NJEA at 609-599-4561 (x2257).
Which charity have we chosen to support at this year's Convention?
Every year, NJEA selects a charity that benefits New Jersey residents. This year’s charity is the American Cancer Society. See the NJEA Convention Program for more information.
What can I do after 5 o'clock at the Convention?
On Thursday at 9PM you can dance the night away in the Sheraton Hotel Crown Ballroom. Just show your NJEA Convention Badge for admittance.
What is the Boardwalk Run?
The 32nd Annual NJEA Boardwalk Run is a 5,000 meter race that is TAC sanctioned. The course is the traffic-free scenic Atlantic City Boardwalk in front of Convention Hall.
The Boardwalk Run happens on Friday, November 5, 2010 at 9 AM. (Rain or Shine)
Is there a lounge area for presenters?
The NJEA Presenter Lounge is in Room 319 of the Atlantic City Convention Center.
What else does my badge get me?
Several Atlantic City restaurants, stores, and attractions will offer discounts to convention attendees, but a coupon may be required. Before you leave for Atlantic City, log on to NJEA’s Member Benefits webpage and click on “ACCESS Discounts” under “Consumer Savings.” Type “Atlantic City” into the “Find Discounts Anywhere” search and you’ll find lots of ways to save! Be sure to print the coupons you might use while at the convention.