The Jim George Collective Bargaining Summit Conference provides NJEA members with the opportunity to learn more about the pertinent issues facing unions during bargaining, as well as develop strategies to successfully negotiate contracts that New Jersey’s public school employees deserve.

This year’s conference will include workshops such as constructing a salary guide, preparing your local for job actions, bargaining equity for ESP members’ needs and more. Regardless of whether you are a seasoned negotiator or new to the team, the Jim George Bargaining Summit has something for you.

Meet NJEA visionary Jim George

Summit Agenda

Friday, October 23, 2026

3:30-6 p.m. | Registration

5-7 p.m. | Buffet dinner

7:15-8:15 p.m. | Breakouts

8:30-9:30 p.m. | Program/Awards Ceremony

9:45 – 11 p.m. | Dessert Reception

Saturday, October 24, 2026

7:30-9 a.m. | Registration/Buffet breakfast

9-11 a.m. |  Session I

11-11:30 a.m. | Break/Check Out

11:30 am -1:30 p.m. | Session II

1:30 -2:30 p.m. | Lunch

Register

Registration will be open on or about mid-August.

Registration deadline: Sept.25, 2026

Refund deadline: Sept. 28, 2026

Cost

• Single room – $370.00
• Double room – $305.00
• Commuter – $251.00
• Friday night only – $145.00

Collective Bargaining Award

The NJEA Jim George Collective Bargaining Award is presented at the conference and all nominated associations are recognized as well.  To nominate a local association, visit njea.org/cbaward.  The deadline for nominations is Sept. 11, 2026.