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SUMMARY:Carol Watchler LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Kick off Pride Month at the 4th Annual Carol Watchler LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Conference on June 6\, 2026\, at NJEA. Centered on the theme “Past\, Present\, and Future\,” this event features a historical gallery\, a diverse lineup of workshops\, and a keynote by Melanie Willingham-Jaggers. \nAttendees will be provided with the tools needed to create\, support\, and defend inclusive curriculum\, while creating a space for LGBTQIA+ advocates and their allies to interact and share their successes with members interested in learning more. \nWe especially encourage queer NJEA members who are struggling to be their authentic selves to attend and learn from some of New Jersey’s most accomplished social justice advocates. \n \nKeynote speaker: Melanie Willingham-Jaggers\, Executive Director of GLSEN\, now Glisten (Gay\, Lesbian & Straight Education Network) \nWorkshops\n\nKnow your Rights Under the NJ LAD and FLA\nSOGI/MOC: Your Story\nBeing an LGBTQIA+ Ally: Learning and Growing\nThe Queer Union-Talking Shop\nUsing PEP to Organize Around LGBTQIA+ Issues\nNavigating Tomorrow: A Trans Youth Perspective\nAdvocacy & Action: How to Make a Difference in the Challenging Public School Space\nHistory in the Making\nBeyond Inclusion: Creating Brave Spaces for Queer Youth\nIntersex 101\n\nRegister by June 1. \nJoin us for a powerful day of celebration\, advocacy and inspiration.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/carol-watchler-lgbtqia-advocacy-conference-2/
LOCATION:NJEA Headquarters\, 180 W. State Street\, Trenton\, New Jersey\, 08608\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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SUMMARY:NJEA MOC Experience Spring Empowerment Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-moc-experience-spring-empowerment-conference/
LOCATION:Conference Center at Mercer\, 1200 Old Trenton Road\, Princeton Junction\, NJ\, 08550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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SUMMARY:NJEA PDII Transform/Aspiring Educators (NJAEA) Conference
DESCRIPTION:REMIX YOUR LEARNING IN 2026\nARRIVE EARLY on conference day to be among the first 25 participants to attend a private Meet and Greet with Jason Reynolds! Doors open at 7:30 a.m. \nTRANSFORM is the premier event for educators who are passionate about creating inclusive and innovative learning environments. Discover professional learning opportunities that empower educators and strengthen public schools. NJEA TRANSFORM offers a full day of programs for educators in instructional practice\, special education\, hope and healing\, technology\, and teacher leadership. This conference is being held in partnership with the New Jersey Aspiring Educators Association (NJAEA). \nConference Schedule\n7:30 – 9 a.m. | Registration\, Breakfast\, Wellness Activities\, and Exhibits\n9 – 10:15 a.m. | Welcome and Keynote Presentation\n10:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. | Breakout Sessions: Choose one of seven\n12:15 – 1:15 p.m. | Lunch\, Member Benefits Fair\, and Wellness Activities\n1:15 – 3:15 p.m. | Breakout Sessions: Choose one of seven\n3:15 – 4 p.m. | Wellness Activities\, Prize Giveaway\, and Networking Event \nKeynote Speaker\n \nJason Reynolds is a New York Times No. 1 bestselling author of many books\, including the “Remix” of Stamped: Racism\, Antiracism\, and You\, written in collaboration with author and historian Dr. Ibram X. Kendi. This gripping\, fast-paced\, and energizing narrative illuminates the many insidious forms of racist ideas and gives readers the tools to identify and stamp out racist thoughts in their own lives. Based on Kendi’s National Book Award-winning Stamped from the Beginning\, Reynolds has re-imagined this ground-breaking work for young adults and provides an accessible book that helps young readers understand race and society. Reynolds has won numerous awards\, such as the Newbery Honor and the NAACP Image Award\, and is the subject of the recent documentary\, Dear Dreamer\, about the power of seeing yourself in books. \nMorning Breakout Sessions (choose one):\n\nAI-Supported Access: Elevating Multilingual Learner Voice and Engagement: Lisa Chiavuzzo (NJEA Teacher Leader Academy)\nBalancing the Wheel: Creating Your Personalized Wellness Plan: Stefanie Lachenauer (Former NJ State Teacher of the Year)\nBeyond Representation: Sustainability and True Inclusion within the Teaching Profession: Dr. DaQuan K. Bashir and Thuraya Zeidan (NJEA Human & Civil Rights\, Equity and Governance; NJEA Justice & Equity Fellowship)\nEquity Centered Project-Based Learning and AI Tools for Educators: Theresa Maughan (Former NJ State Teacher of the Year)\nRemixing the Region: New Approaches to 6-12 U.S. Curriculum on Southwest Asia and North Africa (SWANA): Roula Ramadan\, Gaby Guzman (NJEA Consortium Design Team Ambassador)\nSmart Media; Curriculum-Aligned\, Inclusive Instruction: Erica Romitelli\, Adrianna Perry (NJEA A.C.C.E.S.S. Model)\nThe Power of a Piece of Paper: One Paper Projects to Spark Creativity and Conversation: Nicole Backlund (NJEA Teacher Leader Academy)\n\nAfternoon Breakout Sessions (choose one):\n\nRemixing Learning with AI: Brian Janik\, Mike Mason (NJEA PDII Consultants)\nBraverSchools: Breaking Binaries and Bias to Support LGBTQ Youth: Jennifer Braverman (Former Burlington County Teacher of the Year)\nChinatown & MOCA: Living Classroom Remix: Inclusive Curriculum\, Community Engagement\, and Culturally Rich Learning: Shihong Zhang (NJEA Consortium Design Team Ambassador)\nMOVE: Movement Overcomes Virtually Everything: Nancy Ynchaustegui (NJEA Member)\nThe 14-Year PD: How Parenting My Disabled Child Has Made Me a Better Special Educator: Erin Putman (NJEA Consortium Design Team Ambassador)\nThe Power of Play: Remixing Learning Through Inclusive\, Healing-Centered\, Joyful Classrooms: Josephine Hunt\, Charlene Gerbig (NJEA Teacher Leader Academy)\nThe Science of Reading: What Every New Jersey Educator Should Know: Shaina Brenner\, Stacey Brown-Downham (Former Camden County Teacher of the Year)\n\nFree books for participants courtesy of BookSmiles\nNJEA & BookSmiles: Banned on the Run: BookSmiles will distribute thousands of free books at the conference\, including many titles found on banned books lists. Every attendee can leave the conference with multiple books for their classroom libraries. \nWellness Activities with Carrie Sarlo-Randazzo\, Holistic Movement\n7:45 – 8:15 a.m. | Chair Yoga\n8:15 – 8:45 a.m. | Destress at your Desk \nWellness Activities with Jody Koveloski Thorpe\, Mystical Blossoms\n12:45 – 1:15 p.m. | Guided Meditation\n3:15 – 3:45 p.m. | Sound Healing \nRegistrations are accepted on a first-come\, first-served basis. Only registered participants may attend.  No on-site registration. Registration deadline: April 17\, 2026 \nPurchase order registrations are not available online and must be placed with the conference registrar\, Krista Orellana\, at korellana@njea.org. \nQuestions?  Email pdevents@njea.org \nIf you have a special physical\, communication\, dietary\, or other related need which may require assistance or accommodations to permit or facilitate your attendance/participation in the conference please contact Krista Orellana\, at korellana@njea.org. \nCOST\n$95 for NJEA members\, $170 for nonmembers.\nRefund deadline: April 17\, 2026.\nRegistration fee includes program\, breakfast and lunch.\nThe conference provides five hours of professional learning credit. \nREGISTRATION\nPreregistration is required. Register above. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/new-jersey-aspiring-educators-njaea-conference/
LOCATION:Princeton Marriott at Forrestal\, 100 College Rd E\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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SUMMARY:NJEA Equity Alliance Conference
DESCRIPTION:The conference combines reflection\, learning\, and strategic planning to help members advance equity within their school communities.  \nFollowing opening remarks\, spoken word\, and grounding acknowledgments\, participants will join two workshop sessions that address key equity issues. Equity Alliance Chairs will then guide discussions that help members identify challenges\, explore possible approaches\, and create practical steps for moving forward.  \nThe conference is designed to ensure that participants leave feeling supported\, motivated\, and prepared to take meaningful action in support of equity in their local contexts.  \nConference Agenda \n\n8:30-9:30 a.m. | Registration/Continental Breakfast  \n9:30 a.m. | General Session begins \n\nLand/labor Acknowledgement  \nImmigration Acknowledgement \nWelcome – Steve Beatty  \nSpoken word   \n\n\n10:15 – 11:15 a.m. | Workshop Section 1 (Break outs\, Choose Your Own Adventure) \n11:40 a.m. – 12:40  p.m.| Workshop Section 2 (Break outs\, Choose Your Own Adventure) \n12:45pm | Lunch\, Hotel restaurant  \nMid Conference Remarks – Tina Dare   \n2:10 p.m. | Open Conversation About Equity  \n2:40 p.m. |  Equity Alliance Chair Facilitated Brainstorming and Action Planning (break outs) \nClosing Remarks – Petal Robertson \n4 p.m. |  Close of Conference \n\nRegistration\nIndividuals may register online using the button above. For county and local associations registering multiple members\, please download the form below and mail it to the address on the form with your check. Registration deadline: April 5\, 2026. \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		Equity Alliance Conference County/Local Sponsorship Registration Form\n\n		\n		\n			Download File
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-equity-alliance-conference-4/
LOCATION:Heldrich Hotel\, 10 Livingston Ave\, New Brunswick\, 08901\, United States
CATEGORIES:HCR Events,Statewide Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
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SUMMARY:NJEA Higher Ed Conference and Summit
DESCRIPTION:Higher Education Conference – March 27-28\, 2026\nThe conference begins with registration at 2 p.m. on Friday followed by workshops\, dinner and keynote address. On Saturday\, the conference continues with more workshops and concludes with lunch. \nAgenda\nFriday\, March 27 \n2:30-5 p.m. | Hotel and NJEA Check-In\n4-6 p.m. | Workshops – Session I (participants choose one) \n\nCourageous Conversations\nYour Voice is Your Power\n\n6-6:45 p.m. | Reception\n7 p.m. | Welcome\, Keynote Speaker\, Dinner\n8 p.m. | Networking Events \nSaturday\, March 28 \n7:30-8:45 a.m. | Breakfast \n9-11 a.m. | Workshops – Session II (participants choose one) \n\nInterpreting Community College Financial Condition: Comparative Financial Audit Analysis\nMember Engagement\nVision and Goals\n\n11:15 a.m.-1:15 p.m. | Workshops – Session III (participants choose one) \n\nLeaves of Absence\nReplaced by a Bot: The Future is Now\nWho We Are and What We Bring\n\n1:30-2:15 p.m. | Lunch \nHigher Education Collective Bargaining Summit – March 28-29\, 2026\nThe Summit will immediately follow the conference beginning with registration at 3 p.m. on Saturday followed by workshops and dinner. The summit will continue Sunday and conclude with lunch. \nThe summit is an interactive program that will address current issues facing negotiations teams. Strategies and techniques for strengthening your local to improve bargaining position will be explored. \nAgenda\nSaturday\, March 28 \n4-4:15 p.m. | Check-In\n4:15-6:45 p.m. | Summit\n7-8 p.m. | Dinner \nSunday\, March 29\, 2026  \n7:30-8:45 a.m. | Breakfast\n9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Summit\n12:30-1:30 p.m. | Lunch \nThe costs to attend are: \n\nConference & Summit – Single: $465; Double: $325; Commuter: $180\nConference Only – Single: $325; Double: $255; Commuter: $180\nSummit Only – Single: $145; Double: $75; Commuter: $0\n\nRegister\n \nMembers must register themselves for the conference – there is no group registration using the online platform. Payment will be required by credit card only. When registering\, members will need to know their NJEA PIN. \nRegistration must be completed by March 12\, 2026. Registration link coming soon. \nFor questions\, and if you need help with your NJEA PIN\, contact the Region 29-Higher Education office at HigherEd@NJEA.org  or 609-689-9580.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-higher-ed-conference-and-summit-2/
CATEGORIES:Higher Education Events,Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260306
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260308
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
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SUMMARY:NJEA Winter Leadership Conference - Central
DESCRIPTION:As in the past\, the same conference is being presented at three different locations on three different dates. Registration will be based on your geographical regions and preference will be given to the local associations within the designated counties. Registrations from outside the region will be put on a waiting list. The counties are as follows: \nWLC Central\nMercer\, Middlesex\, Monmouth\, Ocean\, & Other Counties \nVisit njea.org/wlc for details and to register.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-winter-leadership-conference-central-5/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center\, 200 Atrium Drive\, Somerset\, NJ\, 08873\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260220
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260222
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
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SUMMARY:NJEA Winter Leadership Conference – North
DESCRIPTION:As in the past\, the same conference is being presented at three different locations on three different dates. Registration will be based on your geographical regions and preference will be given to the local associations within the designated counties. Registrations from outside the region will be put on a waiting list. The counties are as follows: \nWLC North\nBergen\, Essex\, Hudson\, Hunterdon\, Morris\, Passaic\, Somerset\, Sussex\, Union\, & Warren \nVisit njea.org/wlc for details and to register.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-winter-leadership-conference-north-4/
LOCATION:Sheraton Parsippany Hotel\, 199 Smith Rd.\, Parsippany-Troy Hills\, 07054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260209
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SUMMARY:NJEA Educational Support Professionals and Health & Safety Conference
DESCRIPTION:Immerse yourself in workshops designed to give you the tools to take charge of\, and better navigate\, your career. Come honor our 2026 NJEA ESPs of the year and all County ESPs of the Year! \nWorkshops include: \n\n*NEW* Social Media: Protecting Yourself in the Digital Age\nYou & Your Pension\nSpecial Education for ESPs\nBargaining Non-Compensational Issues for ESPs\nHow to Keep Yourself Safe and Sane at Your Worksite\nESP Compensation: Show Me the Money!\nEmpowering Innovation: Harnessing AI and Google Tools\nTen Steps and Walk Throughs: Involving Members in Health and Safety Issues and the Role of the Health & Safety Committee\nCPR and Administering Life-Saving Treatments\nMaintenance and Custodial: Keeping Your School Building Safe\nSchool Safety and Security: Recognizing Indicators of Potential Violence\nUnleashing Aliveness: Combating Stress\, Burnout and Overwhelm in Life and Work\n*NEW* Workplace Violence\nMeeting Our Students Where They Are\nSo You’re a “Blue” and What It Says About You\nBus Drivers: Worker Protection\n*NEW* ESPs – What is Chapter 66 and How Does It Protect Me?\n\nRegistration required before Dec. 19\, 2025. \nCost\nSingle Occupancy: $425\nDouble Occupancy: $315\nCommuter: $250\nAwards Dinner Only: $50
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-educational-support-professionals-and-health-safety-conference/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260130
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
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SUMMARY:NJEA Winter Leadership Conference – South
DESCRIPTION:As in the past\, the same conference is being presented at three different locations on three different dates. Registration will be based on your geographical regions and preference will be given to the local associations within the designated counties. Registrations from outside the region will be put on a waiting list. The counties are as follows: \nWLC South\nAtlantic\, Burlington\, Camden\, Cape May\, Cumberland\, Gloucester\, & Salem \nVisit njea.org/wlc for details and to register.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-winter-leadership-conference-south-5/
LOCATION:Harrah’s Atlantic City\, 777 Harrah’s Boulevard\, Atlantic City\, 08401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251106
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251108
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SUMMARY:NJEA Convention
DESCRIPTION:Join us for more than 300 professional development seminars\, workshops\, and programs designed to help teachers and educational support professionals hone their skills and stay current in their subject areas and chosen fields. \nVisit njeaconvention.org for details.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-convention-6/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251026
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
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SUMMARY:NJEA Jim George Collective Bargaining Summit
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\n\n  \nThis 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. \n\n Meet NJEA visionary Jim George \nSummit Agenda\nFriday\, Oct. 24\, 2025 \n3:30 – 6 p.m. | Registration\n5 -7 p.m. | Buffet Dinner\n7:15 – 8:15 p.m. | Breakouts\n8:30 – 9:30 p.m. | Program/Awards Ceremony\n9:45 – 11 p.m. | Dessert Reception \nSaturday\, Oct. 25\, 2025 \n7:30 – 9 a.m. | Registration/Buffet Breakfast\n9 – 11 a.m. | Session I\n11 – 11:30 a.m. | Break/Check Out\n11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Session II\n1:30 – 2:30 p.m. | Lunch \nRegister\nRegister online below. Registration deadline is Sept. 26\, 2025. \nCollective Bargaining Award\nThe 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. 5\, 2025.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-jim-george-collective-bargaining-summit-4/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center\, 200 Atrium Drive\, Somerset\, NJ\, 08873\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251019
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SUMMARY:NJEA Members of Color (MOC) Empowerment Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us this October for an incredible day of fellowship and community! \nThe MOC Experience … \n\nActivates union members of marginalized communities\nEducates members of their rights and responsibilities\nChallenges educators to show up\, step up\, and “get out of the trunk”\n\nConference Workshops\n\nReclaiming Joy: An Act of Resistance\nThink Healthy\, Teach Healthy: Empowering Educators Through Wellness\, Balance and Self Care\nSo\, You Think You Want to Run: Lesson From a Sistah Who’s Been There and Done That\nEmpowering Educators: Transformational Leadership Through the NJEA Members of Color Network\nBut\, You’re so Good With Them: Navigating the Interplay Between Educator\nShe Leads: Navigating Your Role Within our Union\nOur Struggle\, Our Impact: The Journey of Educators of Color in America\nPassport to Power: Unpacking Baggage and Unlocking Superpower\n\nConference Agenda\n8– 9 a.m. – Registration / Breakfast \n9 – 9:30 a.m. – Opening/Greeting \n9:30 – 10 a.m. – Fellowship/One-on-One Conversations \n10 a.m. – 12 p.m. – Workshop I \n12– 12:45 p.m. – LUNCH \n12:45 – 1:15 p.m. – Fellowship/ One-on-One Conversations \n1:15 – 3:15 p.m. – Workshop II \n3:15 – 3:30 p.m. – Closing \n 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-members-of-color-moc-empowerment-conference-2/
LOCATION:Mercer County Community College\, 1200 Old Trenton Road\, West Windsor\, NJ\, 08550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250726
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250731
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SUMMARY:NJEA Jack Bertolino Summer Leadership Conference (SLC)
DESCRIPTION:Workshop I – July 26-28 (Saturday to Monday) \n\n\n\nWorkshop II – July 28-30 (Monday to Wednesday)  \n\n\nNot all of the 31 workshops are offered in each workshop period. The workshop descriptions indicate when any given program is scheduled. To accommodate educational support professional members (ESP) who may wish to limit use of vacation or personal time\, Workshop Number 24 runs from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon. \n\n\n\nFor all other workshops\, registration begins on Day One at 1 p.m. The opening session commences at 3 p.m. Day Three ends with a brunch\, which is served at 10:30 a.m. following the final workshop session. \n\n\n\nThis year’s summer leadership conference will take place at Harrah’s Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City. The conference is dedicated to developing association advocate representatives. Accordingly\, no professional development credit is given for attendance in any seminar. \n\n\n\nHow do I register?\n\n\n\nThe purpose of this article is to alert members to this training opportunity and describe the workshop programs available this year\, but to register you need to talk to your local and/or county association president. \n\n\n\nLocal and county association presidents will receive registration brochures with detailed information on the 2025 NJEA Jack Bertolino Summer Leadership Conference. You must contact your local president and consult that brochure to learn more about lodging\, daily schedules\, accommodations for members with special needs and registration. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial needs\n\n\n\nIf you have a special physical or communication need or other disability that may require assistance or accommodations to permit or facilitate your attendance and participation\, or if you have any questions or concerns about housing arrangements\, please contact NJEA at 609-599-4594\, ext. 2270 by June 1. \n\n\n\nScholarships\n\n\n\nScholarships are available for first-time attendees. See your local and/or county president for more information. \n\n\n\nPricing and payment\n\n\n\nConference costs for all attendees include workshop materials\, self-parking\, organized meals and coffee breaks\, entertainment\, taxes and service fees. Pricing for members staying overnight also includes hotel accommodations and taxes. \n\n\n\nThe pricing for all workshops\, except Workshop #1 is as follows: \n\n\n\n\nCommuter – $275 per session\n\n\n\nDouble Occupancy – $325 per session\n\n\n\nSingle Occupancy – $450 per session\n\n\n\n\nSince an additional training occurs in September for Workshop No. 1\, Now That I’m President\, What Do I Do?\, the costs are higher for it. Pricing for Workshop #1 is Commuter: $425; Double Occupancy: $475; Single Occupancy: $600. \nRegistrations will only be accepted online this year. Members will have to register themselves for the conference – there is no group registration using this online system. When registering\, members will need to know their NJEA PIN and have all necessary conference information\, including workshop choice\, accommodation needs\, and roommate selection if a double room is chosen. Members can either pay with a credit card or indicate that the payment will be made by check. All registrations are pending until payment has been received. Credit card payments will be processed within three business days and confirmations will be emailed at that time. Check payments take approximately two weeks to be processed from when they are mailed. Pending registrations\, whether paid by check or with credit card\, are not guaranteed and are subject to hotel and workshop space availability. Final confirmations will be emailed once the payment has been received and processed by the conference registrar. Most associations pay for members to attend SLC. Each association will determine the best way for them to either reimburse their members or pay NJEA directly. Once a member completes their registration\, they can print a registration receipt and will also receive a pending confirmation email. If a member pays with a credit card or personal check\, they can submit their confirmation email/registration receipt and proof of payment for reimbursement. If the association is paying for its members to NJEA directly\, members should forward the confirmation email/registration receipt to the association designee who will collect and print them\, and then mail copies\, along with a check made payable to “NJEA Summer Leadership Conference” to the address listed below. Please note that credit cards can only be used for individual registrations and group payments must be made using a check. It is strongly recommended that check payments be mailed within three business days after the registration process has been completed. \nChecks must be made payable to “NJEA Summer Leadership Conference” and returned with registration material to: \nNJEA Summer Leadership Conferencec/o WSFS BankPO Box 13661Philadelphia\, PA 19101-3661 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that registrations and payments are mailed to the bank first where checks are deposited. Afterwards\, registration materials are sent to NJEA for processing. Therefore\, deposited checks should not be viewed as confirmation that a registration has been accepted and processed. If the conference is sold out\, a refund will be issued. \n\n\n\nWhich workshop(s) should I take?\n\n\n\nNJEA offers many advocacy conferences with a large array of workshops. Selecting which to take can be a daunting task. Whether you are currently serving in a leadership position or you aspire to become involved in some capacity within your local association\, there are trainings that can help develop and hone your skills. To guide you\, positions within the association are listed on this page\, followed by workshops that would be beneficial to you. \n\n\n\nYou will discover that being an officer is not the only position within your association\, and there are opportunities to get involved in other ways. Additionally\, we have included a track for those exploring future leadership. Please note that not all of these workshops are offered at the Summer Leadership Conference and may be offered at other conferences throughout the year. These courses are not listed in any particular order and are not mandatory to serve in any position. Not all of the workshops offered at the Summer Leadership Conference are listed on the next page\, so please review the entire booklet before making your selection.   \n\n \nThe 2025 NJEA Jack Bertolino Summer Leadership Conference will offer a broad menu of workshops that equip members to become stronger association advocates. Most workshops offer 7.5 hours of training. A longer workshop providing additional hours of training is available for newer presidents. \n\n\n\nIf you are an NJEA member\, you are eligible and encouraged to attend. You will find topics among the 31 workshop offerings that will prepare you for your current or future roles\, sharpen your leadership skills\, and show you how your local can develop to its full-functioning capacity. \n\n\n\nThere are two sets of three-day programs: \n\n\n\n\nWorkshop I – July 26-28 (Saturday to Monday) \n\n\n\nWorkshop II – July 28-30 (Monday to Wednesday)  \n\n\nNot all of the 31 workshops are offered in each workshop period. The workshop descriptions indicate when any given program is scheduled. To accommodate educational support professional members (ESP) who may wish to limit use of vacation or personal time\, Workshop Number 24 runs from Friday evening to Sunday afternoon. \n\n\n\nFor all other workshops\, registration begins on Day One at 1 p.m. The opening session commences at 3 p.m. Day Three ends with a brunch\, which is served at 10:30 a.m. following the final workshop session. \n\n\n\nThis year’s summer leadership conference will take place at Harrah’s Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City. The conference is dedicated to developing association advocate representatives. Accordingly\, no professional development credit is given for attendance in any seminar. \n\n\n\nHow do I register?\n\n\n\nThe purpose of this article is to alert members to this training opportunity and describe the workshop programs available this year\, but to register you need to talk to your local and/or county association president. \n\n\n\nLocal and county association presidents will receive registration brochures with detailed information on the 2025 NJEA Jack Bertolino Summer Leadership Conference. You must contact your local president and consult that brochure to learn more about lodging\, daily schedules\, accommodations for members with special needs and registration. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial needs\n\n\n\nIf you have a special physical or communication need or other disability that may require assistance or accommodations to permit or facilitate your attendance and participation\, or if you have any questions or concerns about housing arrangements\, please contact NJEA at 609-599-4594\, ext. 2270 by June 1. \n\n\n\nScholarships\n\n\n\nScholarships are available for first-time attendees. See your local and/or county president for more information. \n\n\n\nPricing and payment\n\n\n\nConference costs for all attendees include workshop materials\, self-parking\, organized meals and coffee breaks\, entertainment\, taxes and service fees. Pricing for members staying overnight also includes hotel accommodations and taxes. \n\n\n\nThe pricing for all workshops\, except Workshop #1 is as follows: \n\n\n\n\nCommuter – $275 per session\n\n\n\nDouble Occupancy – $325 per session\n\n\n\nSingle Occupancy – $450 per session\n\n\n\n\nSince an additional training occurs in September for Workshop No. 1\, Now That I’m President\, What Do I Do?\, the costs are higher for it. Pricing for Workshop #1 is Commuter: $425; Double Occupancy: $475; Single Occupancy: $600. \nRegistrations will only be accepted online this year. Members will have to register themselves for the conference – there is no group registration using this online system. When registering\, members will need to know their NJEA PIN and have all necessary conference information\, including workshop choice\, accommodation needs\, and roommate selection if a double room is chosen. Members can either pay with a credit card or indicate that the payment will be made by check. All registrations are pending until payment has been received. Credit card payments will be processed within three business days and confirmations will be emailed at that time. Check payments take approximately two weeks to be processed from when they are mailed. Pending registrations\, whether paid by check or with credit card\, are not guaranteed and are subject to hotel and workshop space availability. Final confirmations will be emailed once the payment has been received and processed by the conference registrar. Most associations pay for members to attend SLC. Each association will determine the best way for them to either reimburse their members or pay NJEA directly. Once a member completes their registration\, they can print a registration receipt and will also receive a pending confirmation email. If a member pays with a credit card or personal check\, they can submit their confirmation email/registration receipt and proof of payment for reimbursement. If the association is paying for its members to NJEA directly\, members should forward the confirmation email/registration receipt to the association designee who will collect and print them\, and then mail copies\, along with a check made payable to “NJEA Summer Leadership Conference” to the address listed below. Please note that credit cards can only be used for individual registrations and group payments must be made using a check. It is strongly recommended that check payments be mailed within three business days after the registration process has been completed. \nChecks must be made payable to “NJEA Summer Leadership Conference” and returned with registration material to: \nNJEA Summer Leadership Conferencec/o WSFS BankPO Box 13661Philadelphia\, PA 19101-3661 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note that registrations and payments are mailed to the bank first where checks are deposited. Afterwards\, registration materials are sent to NJEA for processing. Therefore\, deposited checks should not be viewed as confirmation that a registration has been accepted and processed. If the conference is sold out\, a refund will be issued. \n\n\n\nWhich workshop(s) should I take?\n\n\n\nNJEA offers many advocacy conferences with a large array of workshops. Selecting which to take can be a daunting task. Whether you are currently serving in a leadership position or you aspire to become involved in some capacity within your local association\, there are trainings that can help develop and hone your skills. To guide you\, positions within the association are listed on this page\, followed by workshops that would be beneficial to you. \n\n\n\nYou will discover that being an officer is not the only position within your association\, and there are opportunities to get involved in other ways. Additionally\, we have included a track for those exploring future leadership. Please note that not all of these workshops are offered at the Summer Leadership Conference and may be offered at other conferences throughout the year. These courses are not listed in any particular order and are not mandatory to serve in any position. Not all of the workshops offered at the Summer Leadership Conference are listed on the next page\, so please review the entire booklet before making your selection.  
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-jack-bertolino-summer-leadership-conference-slc-3/
LOCATION:Harrah’s Atlantic City\, 777 Harrah’s Boulevard\, Atlantic City\, 08401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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SUMMARY:NJEA R.I.S.E. Conference
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by NJEA’s Human and Civil Rights\, Equity and Governance Division\, the Radical Imagination Summit for Educators offers two content blocks: Demonstration of Knowledge mini-sessions and Application of Knowledge workshops\, equipping educators with both theory and actionable strategies. \nThis is a call to action—teaching the truth is resistance\, inclusion is nonnegotiable and transformation is necessary. The time is now. \nRegistration and refund deadline: July 18\, 2025. Conference provides 3.5 hours of professional learning credit. \n  \n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-r-i-s-e-conference-5/
LOCATION:Rowan College at Burlington County\, 300 College Cir.\, Mt Laurel Township\, NJ\, 08054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250717
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UID:181373-1752624000-1752710399@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:NJEA PDII Impact Conference
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Education Ecosystems: IMPACT on Tomorrow\n \nEngage in restorative learning sessions\, wellness activities and networking opportunities. Let’s explore strategies for creating inclusive classrooms and communities. \nFeaturing a keynote by Dr. Shelley Moore. Based in British Columbia\, Dr. Moore is a highly sought-after inclusive education researcher\, teacher\, consultant and storyteller. She has worked with school districts and community organizations around the world. Her research explores how to support teachers to design for all learners in grade level academic classrooms that include students with intellectual disabilities using strength-based and responsive approaches. Shelley completed her undergraduate degree in special education at the University of Alberta\, her master’s degree at Simon Fraser University and her Ph.D. at the University of British Columbia. \nCost\n$95 for NJEA members. \nRegistration and refund deadline: July 8\, 2025. \nFee includes program\, breakfast and lunch. \nConference provides five hours of professional learning credit. \nMake an IMPACT with us!
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-pdii-impact-conference-2/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Princeton\, 102 Carnegie Center\, Princeton\, NJ\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250511
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SUMMARY:NJEA Carol Watchler LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Attendees will be provided with the tools needed to create\, support\, and defend inclusive curriculum\, while creating a space for LGBTQIA+ advocates and their allies to interact and share their successes with members interested in learning more. \nWe especially encourage queer NJEA members who are struggling to be their authentic selves to attend and learn from some of New Jersey’s most accomplished social justice advocates. \n \nConference Agenda\n8:30 a.m. Registration/ Breakfast \n9:30 a.m. Opening/ Welcome speeches \n10:30 a.m.  Keynote 1: NJEA Queer Voices – Telling Our Stories \n11:30 a.m. Breakout session 1 \n12:30 p.m. Lunch \n2 p.m.  Keynote 2: Advancing LGBTQIA+ Youth Equity & Inclusion in Schools \n3 p.m. Breakout session 2 \n4:15 p.m. Keynote 3: Eric Marcus – Making Gay History \n5:15 p.m.  Closing \n  \n 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-carol-watchler-lgbtqia-advocacy-conference/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250503
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250504
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SUMMARY:NJEA Members of Color Empowerment Conference
DESCRIPTION:We look forward to an engaging day of learning and growing together. \nGeneral sessions\n\nNavigating Robert’s Rules of Order: Unpacking the Trunk\nFrom a Seat at the Table … To Becoming the Table! (March 1 ONLY) (NJEA secretary-treasurer candidate debate\nChat and Chill: Secretary-Treasurer Sit Down (May 3 ONLY) (Q&A session with newly elected NJEA secretary-treasurer)\n\nWorkshop sessions\n\nCrafting Your Narrative: Unlocking the Power of Personal Storytelling\nHealing-Centered Engagement: Empowering Educators through CARMA\nOur Struggle\, Our Impact: The Journey of Educators of Color in America\nPolitics\, Perception\, and our Profession\nShe Leads: Navigating Your Role Within Our Union\nUsing Your Voice at the National Level\nWhen Life Throws You Curveballs\nXYZs of Retirement\n\nView Workshop Descriptions>> \nRegister\nPreregistration required before April 29\, 2025.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-members-of-color-empowerment-conference-3/
LOCATION:Mercer County Community College\, 1200 Old Trenton Road\, West Windsor\, NJ\, 08550\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250426
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250427
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
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UID:162477-1745625600-1745711999@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:NJEA Equity Alliance Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, April 26\, 2025\, at the Princeton Forrestal Marriott for workshops\, discussions\, and community-building to challenge inequities and drive change. \nRooted in NJEA’s commitment to justice\, this conference equips educators with strategies to resist\, reclaim\, and reimagine education. \nConference Agenda\n7:30 – 9 a.m. Registration & Continental Breakfast  \n9 a.m. General Session begins\nPanel Discussion: Importance of Advocacy and Organizing for Meeting the Moment\nFilm Screening & Discussion presented by the NJEA Minority Leadership & RecruitmentCommittee\nRound 1: Knowledge Sessions & Info Expo Breakouts \n12 p.m. Lunch\nRound 2: Knowledge Sessions & Info Expo Breakouts \n2 p.m. General Session:\nPanel Discussion: Effective Practices to Build Community and Why Community is Important Message from the Chairs of the Equity Alliance Committees & Building Unity.\nClosing Remarks & Call to Action\nNetworking & Fellowship \n4:30 p.m. Close of Conference \nRegistration\nIndividuals may register online using the button above. For county and local associations registering multiple members\, please download the form below and mail it to the address on the form with your check. Registration deadline: April 14\, 2025. \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		Equity Alliance Conference County/Local Sponsorship Registration Form\n\n		\n		\n			Download File
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-equity-alliance-conference-3/
LOCATION:Princeton Marriott at Forrestal\, 100 College Rd E\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250407
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
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SUMMARY:NJEA Higher Ed Conference and Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Conference is April 4-5\, beginning with registration on Friday at 2 p.m. followed by workshops and dinner. Monique C. Atherley\, Ed.D.\, will be the keynote speaker on Friday. On Saturday\, the Conference continues with more workshops and concludes with lunch. \nKeynote speaker\nDr. Monique C. Atherley is an accomplished administrator\, educational activist\, and equity trainer with almost 20 years of building pipelines and creating access from preschool through higher education. Dr. Atherley is a pro-union\, pro-community college child of immigrants who is committed to the protection and joy of Black and brown bodies and to work that supports the liberation and thriving of marginalized communities. She has worked for the three major public educational systems in New York state as staff\, faculty and a trainer. They have served as leadership in ACPA-College Student Educators International. She has also been a part of the Urban League movement since 2011 as a staff and a volunteer. \nThe Conference workshops will address the following topics: \n\nABCs of Financial Planning\nAn Overview of PEP and FAST\nFifteen Years Later: The Lasting Impact of Citizens United on Elections and Labor Unions\nLeaves of Absence\nLGBTQIA+ Issues in Higher Ed. Roundtable Discussion\nMindfulness\nPermissive and Mandatory Subjects of Bargaining\nPrompt: Open Pandora’s Box\nThe Role of Workforce Training Funds in Higher Education\nWe’re All We Got—Seeing Ourselves in the Work\nWhen Life Throws You Curveballs\n\nHigher Education Conference Agenda\nFriday\, April 4 \n2-5 p.m. – Hotel and NJEA Check-In\n4-5:15 p.m. – Workshops – Session I\n5:15-7:30 p.m. – Reception\, Keynote\, Welcome\, Presentation\, Dinner\, Networking \nSaturday\, April 5 \n7:30 a.m. – Breakfast\n9-10:15 a.m. – Workshops – Session II\n10:30-11:45 a.m. – Workshops – Session III\n12-1:15 p.m. – Workshops – Session IV\n1-2 p.m. Lunch \nHigher Education Collective Bargaining Summit\nThe Summit is April 5-6\, immediately following the conference\, beginning with 3 p.m. registration on Saturday followed by workshops and dinner. The Summit will continue Sunday and conclude with lunch. The summit is an interactive program that will address current issues facing negotiations teams. Strategies and techniques for strengthening your local to improve bargaining position will be explored. \nAgenda\nSaturday\, April 5\, 2025 \n3:45-4 p.m. Check-In\n4-6 p.m. Summit\n6-7:30 p.m. Dinner\n7:30-8:30 p.m. Networking \nSunday\, April 6\, 2025 \n8-9 a.m. Breakfast\n9 a.m.-12 p.m. Summit\n12-1 p.m. Lunch \nRegister\nRegistration required by March 18. Members must register themselves for the conference – there is no group registration using this online platform. Payment is required by credit card only. When registering\, members will need to know their NJEA PIN.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-higher-ed-conference-and-summit/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton Monroe Twp.\, 390 Forsgate Drive\, Monroe\, NJ\, 08831\, United States
CATEGORIES:Higher Education Events,Statewide Conferences
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250316
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SUMMARY:NJEA Winter Leadership Conference - Central
DESCRIPTION:As in the past\, the same conference is being presented at three different locations on three different dates. Registration will be based on your geographical regions and preference will be given to the local associations within the designated counties. Registrations from outside the region will be put on a waiting list. The counties are as follows: \nWLC Central\nMercer\, Middlesex\, Monmouth\, & Ocean \nVisit njea.org/wlc for details and to register.\nRegistration Deadline: Feb. 7
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-winter-leadership-conference-central-4/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250302
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T234027Z
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SUMMARY:NJEA Members of Color Empowerment Conference
DESCRIPTION:We look forward to an engaging day of learning and growing together. \nGeneral sessions\n\nNavigating Robert’s Rules of Order: Unpacking the Trunk\nFrom a Seat at the Table … To Becoming the Table! (March 1 ONLY) (NJEA secretary-treasurer candidate debate)\nChat and Chill: Secretary-Treasurer Sit Down (May 3 ONLY) (Q&A session with newly elected NJEA secretary-treasurer)\n\nWorkshop sessions\n\nCrafting Your Narrative: Unlocking the Power of Personal Storytelling\nHealing-Centered Engagement: Empowering Educators through CARMA\nOur Struggle\, Our Impact: The Journey of Educators of Color in America\nPolitics\, Perception\, and our Profession\nShe Leads: Navigating Your Role Within Our Union\nUsing Your Voice at the National Level\nWhen Life Throws You Curveballs\nXYZs of Retirement\n\nView Workshop Descriptions>> \nRegister\nPreregistration required before Feb. 25\, 2025.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-members-of-color-empowerment-conference/
LOCATION:Mercer County Community College\, 1200 Old Trenton Road\, West Windsor\, NJ\, 08550\, United States
CATEGORIES:MOC Events,Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250223
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
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SUMMARY:NJEA Winter Leadership Conference - North
DESCRIPTION:As in the past\, the same conference is being presented at three different locations on three different dates. Registration will be based on your geographical regions and preference will be given to the local associations within the designated counties. Registrations from outside the region will be put on a waiting list. The counties are as follows: \nWLC North\nBergen\, Essex\, Hudson\, Hunterdon\, Morris\, Passaic\, Somerset\, Sussex\, Union\, & Warren \nVisit njea.org/wlc for details and to register.\nREGISTRATION DEADLINE: JAN. 17
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-winter-leadership-conference-north-3/
LOCATION:Sheraton Parsippany Hotel\, 199 Smith Rd.\, Parsippany-Troy Hills\, 07054\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250210
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
CREATED:20241003T201105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T175614Z
UID:159602-1738886400-1739145599@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:NJEA Educational Support Professionals and Health & Safety Conference
DESCRIPTION:  \nImmerse yourself in workshops designed to give you the tools to take charge of\, and better navigate\, your career. Come honor our 2025 NJEA ESPs of the year and all County ESPs of the Year! \nWorkshops include:\n\nBargaining Non-Compensational Issues for ESPs\nBus Drivers: Worker Protection for Bus Drivers\nCPR and Administering Life-Saving Treatments\nEmpowering Innovation: Harnessing Google Tools and Artificial intelligence (AI)\nESP Compensation: Show Me the Money!\nHow to Keep Yourself Safe and Sane at Your Worksite\nMaintenance and Custodial: Keeping Your School Building Safe\nMeeting Our Students Where They Are\nSo You’re a “Blue\,” and What It Says About You\nSpecial Education for ESPs\nSchool Safety and Security: Recognizing Indicators of Potential Violence\nTen Steps and Walk-Throughs: Involving Members in Health Safety Issues and the Role of the Health and Safety Committee\nUnleashing Aliveness: Combating Stress\, Burnout and Overwhelm in Life and Work\nWhat Would You Do? Navigating Issues Affecting ESPs\nYou and Your Pension\n\nRegistration required before Jan. 10\, 2025.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-educational-support-professionals-conference/
LOCATION:Harrah’s Atlantic City\, 777 Harrah’s Boulevard\, Atlantic City\, 08401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250202
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
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SUMMARY:NJEA Winter Leadership Conference - South
DESCRIPTION:As in the past\, the same conference is being presented at three different locations on three different dates. Registration will be based on your geographical regions and preference will be given to the local associations within the designated counties. Registrations from outside the region will be put on a waiting list. The counties are as follows: \nWLC South\nAtlantic\, Burlington\, Camden\, Cape May\, Cumberland\, Gloucester\, & Salem \nVisit njea.org/wlc for details and to register.\nREGISTRATION DEADLINE: DEC. 6
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-winter-leadership-conference-south-4/
LOCATION:Harrah’s Atlantic City\, 777 Harrah’s Boulevard\, Atlantic City\, 08401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241109
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
CREATED:20240814T150326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240814T150326Z
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SUMMARY:NJEA Convention
DESCRIPTION:Join us for more than 300 professional development seminars\, workshops\, and programs designed to help teachers and educational support professionals hone their skills and stay current in their subject areas and chosen fields. \nVisit njeaconvention.org for details.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-convention-5/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241027
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
CREATED:20240528T140647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T190959Z
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SUMMARY:NJEA Jim George Collective Bargaining Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Jim George Collective Bargaining Summit continues to provide an interactive lab experience on a variety of topics\, all designed to provide local leaders and members with the knowledge\, skills and tools necessary to attract and retain a quality education workforce\, create meaningful contracts for all job categories and ensure our schools and students continue to thrive. \nThe 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. 6\, 2024. \nLabs (participants will attend all three):\nCollective Bargaining Part 1\nCollective Bargaining Part II\nCollective Bargaining Part III \nSummit Agenda\nFriday\, Oct. 25\, 2024 \n3:30 – 6 pm | Registration\n5 – 7:30 pm | Dinner\n7:30 – 9 pm | Welcome and Program\n9 – 9:30 pm | Presentation of the Jim George Collective Bargaining Award\n9:45 -11 pm | Dessert Reception \nSaturday\, Oct. 26\, 2024 \n7 – 8:30 am | Breakfast\n7 – 8:30 am | Registration\n8:30 – 10 am | Lab I\n10 – 10:15 am | Break\n10:15 – 11:45 am | Lab II\n11:45 am – 12:15 pm | Break (checkout)\n12:15 – 1:45 pm | LAB III\n1:45 —  | Lunch \nRegister\nTo register for the summit paying by check\, please download and mail in this registration form. \nTo register for the summit payable with a credit card\, use the button below for online registration. Registration deadline is Friday\, Oct. 4.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-jim-george-collective-bargaining-summit-3/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center\, 200 Atrium Drive\, Somerset\, NJ\, 08873\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240727
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240803
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
CREATED:20230822T143747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T194242Z
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SUMMARY:NJEA Jack Bertolino Summer Leadership Conference (SLC)
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 NJEA Jack Bertolino Summer Leadership Conference will offer a broad menu of workshops that equip members to become stronger association advocates. Most workshops offer 7.5 hours of training. A longer workshop providing additional hours of training is available for newer presidents. \n\n\n\nIf you are an NJEA member\, you are eligible and encouraged to attend. You will find topics among the 32 workshop offerings that will prepare you for your current or future roles\, sharpen your leadership skills\, and show you how your local can develop to its full-functioning capacity. \n\n\n\n\n Session I – July 27-29 (Saturday to Monday) \n Session II – July 29-31 (Monday to Wednesday) \n\n\n\n\nNot all of the 32 workshops are offered in each workshop period. The workshop descriptions provided on the following pages indicate when any given program is scheduled. To accommodate educational support professional members (ESP) who may wish to limit use of vacation or personal time\, Workshop Number 22 runs from Friday evening\, July 26 to Sunday afternoon\, July 28. \n\n\n\nFor all other workshops\, registration begins on Day One at 1 p.m. The opening session commences at 3 p.m. Day Three ends with a brunch\, which is served at 10:30 a.m. following the final workshop session. \n\n\n\nThis year’s Summer Leadership Conference will take place at Harrah’s Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City. The conference is dedicated to developing association advocate representatives. Accordingly\, no professional development credit is given for attendance in any seminar. \n\n\n\nHow do I register?\n\n\n\nThe purpose of this article is to alert members to this training opportunity and describe the workshop programs available this year\, but to register you need to talk to your local and/or county association president.  \n\n\n\nLocal and county association presidents will receive registration brochures with detailed information on the 2024 NJEA Jack Bertolino Summer Leadership Conference. You must contact your local president and consult that brochure to learn more about lodging\, daily schedules\, accommodations for members with special needs\, and registration. \n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial needs\n\n\n\nIf you have a special physical or communication need or other disability that may require assistance or accommodations to permit or facilitate your attendance and participation\, or if you have any questions or concerns about housing arrangements\, please contact NJEA by June 1 at slc@njea.org or at 609-599-4594\, ext. 2270. \n\n\n\nScholarships\n\n\n\nScholarships are available for first-time attendees. See your local and/or county president for more information. \n\n\n\nHealth and safety protocols\n\n\n\nSLC is planned to be an in-person conference this year. However\, all arrangements are subject to change in response to public health directives. Registrants will be notified of the health and safety protocols\, if any\, well before the conference so necessary precautions can be made to meet the requirements. \n\n\n\nPricing and payment\n\n\n\nConference costs for all attendees include workshop materials\, self-parking\, organized meals and coffee breaks\, entertainment\, taxes\, and service fees. Pricing for members staying overnight also includes hotel accommodations and taxes. \n\n\n\nThe pricing for all workshops\, except Workshop #1 is as follows: \n\n\n\n\nCommuter – $275 per session\nDouble Occupancy – $325 per session \n\n\nSingle Occupancy – $450 per session\n\n\n\n\nSince an additional training occurs in September for Workshop #1—Now That I’m President\, What Do I Do?—the costs are higher for it. Pricing for Workshop #1 is Commuter – $400; Double Occupancy – $500; Single Occupancy – $675. \n\n\n\nChecks must be made payable to “NJEA/SLC” and returned with registration material to: \nNJEA Summer Leadership Conference  c/o WSFS Bank  PO Box 13661  Philadelphia\, PA 19101-3661 \n\n\n\nPlease note that registrations and payments are mailed to the bank first where checks are deposited. Afterwards\, registration materials are sent to NJEA for processing. Therefore\, deposited checks should not be viewed as confirmation that a registration has been accepted and processed. If the conference is sold out\, a refund will be issued. \n\n\n\n Which workshop(s) should I take?\n\n\n\nNJEA offers many advocacy conferences with a large array of workshops. Selecting which to take can be a daunting task. Whether you are currently serving in a leadership position or you aspire to become involved in some capacity within your local association\, there are trainings that can help develop and hone your skills. To guide you\, positions within the association are listed on this page\, followed by workshops that would be beneficial to you. \n\n\n\nYou will discover that being an officer is not the only position within your association\, and there are opportunities to get involved in other ways. Additionally\, we have included a track for those exploring future leadership. Please note that not all of these workshops are offered at the Summer Leadership Conference and may be offered at other conferences throughout the year. These courses are not listed in any particular order and are not mandatory to serve in any position. Not all of the workshops offered at the Summer Leadership Conference are listed at the link above\, so please review the entire brochure before making your selection.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-jack-bertolino-summer-leadership-conference-slc-2/
LOCATION:Harrah’s Atlantic City\, 777 Harrah’s Boulevard\, Atlantic City\, 08401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240718
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
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SUMMARY:NJEA PDII Impact Conference
DESCRIPTION:Engage in restorative learning sessions\, wellness activities\, and networking opportunities. Let’s celebrate diversity and explore strategies for creating inclusive classrooms and communities. Make an IMPACT with us! \nConference Schedule\n7:30 – 9 a.m. Registration\, Breakfast\, Wellness Activities and Exhibits\n9 – 10:15 a.m.  Welcome and Keynote Presentation\n10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.  Breakout Sessions: Choose one of eight\n12:30 – 1:30 p.m.  Lunch and Wellness Activities\n1:45 – 3:45 p.m. Breakout Sessions: Choose one of eight\n3:45 – 4:30 p.m.  Prize Giveaway\, Networking Event\, Wellness Activities and Exhibits \nKeynote:  Helena Donato-Sapp\nHelena Donato-Sapp believes in the power of youth voice and uses her own in the work of justice and equity. She is an accomplished activist and educator\, internationally recognized for her work on Disability Justice\, Anti-bullying\, Black Girlhood\, and Decolonizing Education. She is a published author\, exhibited artist\, working poet\, and sought-after keynote speaker who has been featured on the Disney Channel and in Discovery Education. Helena is newly confirmed to the Commission for Women and Girls. Helena’s awards include the Global Youth Award for Educational Leadership\, the 2023-2024 Heumann-Armstrong Award\, and the Yes I Can Academic Award\, among many. \nCost\nThe cost of the conference is $109 for NJEA members. Registration fee includes program\, breakfast and lunch.  Refund deadline is July 10\, 2024. \nThe conference provides five hours of professional learning credit. \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		NJEA PDII Impact Conference Flyer\n\n		\n		\n			Download File
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-pdii-impact-conference/
LOCATION:Princeton Marriott at Forrestal\, 100 College Rd E\, Princeton\, NJ\, 08540\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240609
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
CREATED:20230821T184205Z
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SUMMARY:NJEA Members of Color (MOC) Empowerment Conference
DESCRIPTION:Agenda\nFriday\, June 7\n3 p.m. Registration | Reception\n5:30 p.m. Workshop 1\n7:15 p.m. Opening Session | Motown Jams Dinner\n9:30 p.m. Denim & White Party w/ DJ PAP \nSaturday\, June 8\n6:30 a.m. Girl Trek Walking Experience (optional)\n7 a.m. Smooth Jazz | R&B Breakfast\n8:30 a.m. Workshop 2\n10 a.m. General Session – MOC Edition: Politics after the Murphy Era\n11:45 a.m. Saturday Cookout Jams Luncheon\n1:30 p.m. Workshop 3\n3:30 p.m. Mini Courses\n5:15 p.m. General Session – MOC Edition: Creative Collective \nWorkshop Offerings\n1. Creating Your Road Map to Leadership and Organizing\n2. ESP Roundtable: Important Topics that Affect Education Support Professionals.\n3. Grant Writing Basics: You Can Acquire the Funds!\n4. Intersectionality\, Let’s Talk\n5. When Life Throws You Curveballs\n6. Understanding Power\, Privilege\, Oppression & How to Break the Cycle within our Associations.\n7. How to Rock Your Schedule: Strategies to Get Your Life Back into Balance\n8. Reframing Us – A Collective Vision for MOC Growth Outside the School House Walls\n9. Grappling with Whiteness\, Colorism & Anti-Blackness\n10. Racial Literacy Circles: Hip-Hop Edition \nSee registration flier below for workshop descriptions. \nRegister\nRegister online above or download the registration form below and mail it in to the address on the form with your check. \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		Members of Color Empowerment Conference Registration Form\n\n		\n		\n			Download File
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/njea-members-of-color-moc-empowerment-conference/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton Cherry Hill\, 2349 Marlton Pike W\, Cherry Hill\, 08002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240510
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240512
DTSTAMP:20260610T080406
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SUMMARY:The Carol Watchler LGBTQIA+ Advocacy conference
DESCRIPTION:Attendees will be provided with the tools needed to create\, support\, and defend inclusive curriculum\, while creating a space for LGBTQIA+ advocates and their allies to interact and share their successes with members interested in learning more. \nWe especially encourage queer NJEA members who are struggling to be their authentic selves to attend and learn from some of New Jersey’s most accomplished social justice advocates. \nConference Agenda\nFriday \n4 p.m. Registration\n6 p.m. Mini Courses\n7 p.m. Dinner\n7:45 p.m. Welcome\n9 p.m. Entertainment / Networking \nSaturday \n7:30 a.m. Breakfast\n8:30 a.m. Workshop 1\n10:30 a.m. Break\n11 a.m. Workshop 2\n1 p.m. Lunch \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		Carol Watchler LGBTQIA+ Advocacy Conference\n\n		\n		\n			Download File
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/the-carol-watchler-lgbtqia-advocacy-conference/
LOCATION:Doubletree by Hilton Somerset Hotel and Conference Center\, 200 Atrium Drive\, Somerset\, NJ\, 08873\, United States
CATEGORIES:Statewide Conferences
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