By Joyce Farr, Women in Education Committee, GCEA Equity Committee Chair The Menstrual Movement is not just pivotal but is a priority in the struggle for gender equality. Period poverty…
By James Frazier An indispensable part of every student's educational success comes from the work of the unsung heroes of our school communities. These are our education support professionals, known…
In addition to NJEA Educational Support Professional (ESP) of the Year Trina Jenkins, NJEA congratulates the 2023 County ESPs of the Year. Atlantic Trina Jenkins, Paraprofessional Pleasantville Education Association Bergen Linda Kerwin, Paraprofessional…
By Jeannie Pincus Diversity in the classroom is about embracing, acknowledging and welcoming all differences. This also includes diversity among teachers, support staff members and administrators. Having a diverse…
By Kathryn Coulibaly It’s well established that New Jersey’s public schools are the best in the nation. But did you know that our public schools also lead the nation in…
Power beyond the classroom by Angel Boose The Educational Support Professional Advocacy Network (ESPAN) is an NJEA affinity group composed of educational support professionals (ESPs) and their allies. New Jersey…
A school garden project By Kathryn Coulibaly Special education teachers Catherine Slutzky and Robyn Ivey are known in Bergen County’s Northern Valley Regional High School District for their innovative projects…
1 in 4 students impacted by period poverty By Kerrian Palmieri, NJEA Women in Education Committee As an educational community, we provide as many basic necessities to anyone who is in…
by Kelsey Maki Our cultural context: A few facts Fact: Throughout history reasonable people have disagreed on the best solutions to problems. Fact: Disagreement pushes people to construct persuasive arguments from…
Passaic County honors students for strength of character and personal resilience By Sharon Milano, NJEA Communications Consultant An "unsung hero" is typically considered to be one who performs great deeds…