Living the Revolution  

How New Jersey students are testing 250 years of American ideals By Theresa Maughan  On the eve of the nation’s 250th birthday, my students are discovering that the American Revolution is…

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Read more about the article Patience and perseverance will bring pension justice
NJEA President Steve Beatty, Vice President Petal Robertson and Secretary-Treasurer Tina Dare were joined by hundreds of active, retired and aspiring educators to deliver more than 112,000 petitions calling for Tier 1 for Everyone.

Patience and perseverance will bring pension justice

By Marybeth Beichert  The 221st New Jersey Legislative session ended on Jan. 12 with several major victories for NJEA members, including an extension of the pause on student growth objectives…

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A commitment to collaboration

Hudson County Community College Professional Association negotiates award-winning contract By Michael J. Ferlise When you think of contract negotiations, do you envision an armored Russell Crowe defiantly entering the Colosseum as the…

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Navigating the AI landscape 

Helping students and educators recognize AI-generated content  By the NJEA Technology Committee  As generative AI quickly evolves, distinguishing between authentic human work and increasingly sophisticated AI-generated content, including writing, images…

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Celebrate International Women’s Day, Mar. 8

By Dana Lakins, Trenton Education Association Member, NJEA Women in Education Committee International Women’s Day (IWD) is a day to honor women’s rights and call for equal rights for all…

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U.S. passport application information

A U.S. passport is a vital document that can be used as federal proof of citizenship. If you do not already have a passport, it is a good time to…

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Read more about the article Gloucester County Education Association hosts ESP overnight 
The Gloucester County Education Association held an event to celebrate, support and empower ESP members.

Gloucester County Education Association hosts ESP overnight 

By Kim Crane  The Gloucester County Education Association (GCEA) held an educational support professional (ESP) overnight Dec. 5-6 in Swedesboro. The event was designed to celebrate, support and empower ESP…

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Read more about the article NJEA Patriots Alliance leads effort to secure military service credit for ESP 
Dan Staples testified in favor of military service credit for ESPs. Pictured with Kimberlee Shaw, president of the Lakewood Education Association and Jen Breyta, president of the Barnegat Education Association.

NJEA Patriots Alliance leads effort to secure military service credit for ESP 

By Daniel Staples The NJEA Patriots Alliance is an affinity group for veterans and active-duty service members working in New Jersey public schools. Founded in 2017, the alliance is a…

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