It's more important than ever to encourage and inspire our school children to become their best and persevere through these challenging times. That's why we've asked the NJEA and educators…
Download the flier below from the New Jersey State Bar Foundation (NJSBF), a nonprofit educational and philanthropic organization. You’ll find a variety of free law-related, civics and violence prevention education…
In the wake of uprisings for racial justice that were sparked by the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery, NJEA recognizes our critical role in this collective…
By Brian Bigden I had just finished what should have been a glorious breakfast at the Pancake House in Green Bay, Wisconsin after going to see my beloved Packers and…
You’re right in the middle of a lesson and you have the students’ attention. You feel like they understand the concept. Students are raising their hands, adding onto what you’re…
Meet Brian Ward, auto shop teacher and local president By Kathy Coulibaly It’s 7:10 a.m. and Brian Ward, automotive technical instructor, is on cafeteria duty. He greets students and colleagues alike with…
Have meaningful conversations with parents and save the day-to-day routine talk for an email By Jennifer Caputo The thought of another typical Back-to-School Night pained me. I remembered all the…
Hamilton Township paraprofessionals fight hunger By Kathryn Coulibaly, NJEA staff For Lorraine Von Hess, hunger has no place in a child’s life. On breakfast duty three years ago, Von Hess,…
By Kathryn Coulibaly Most people would consider themselves lucky if they had one passion in life, but for Ocean City High School teacher Amy Andersen, her life has been guided by…
Imagine if you were a Muslim student in your school. What would it be like for you in this time of Islamophobia? As an educator, ask yourself what you know…