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SUMMARY:Harnessing the Power of Graphic Novels in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Graphic novels (memoirs and nonfiction) and comic books are an integral tool in increasing literacy and engagement in the classroom. Through this webinar\, educators will learn the scholarship and research behind the benefits of using comics and graphic novels in the classroom while also gaining access to learning activities and materials to support this work. Participants will learn about the current research on literacy in social studies and how graphic novels improve literacy\, reading comprehension\, and engagement. The workshop ends with a walk-through of various activities and books that educators can use in their classrooms. Participants will receive a workshop folder\, handouts\, and slides at the end of the session.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/harnessing-the-power-of-graphic-novels-in-the-classroom/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012104
CREATED:20250307T234506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T234512Z
UID:177612-1746117000-1746120600@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Balance: A Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Balance: A community of practice for educators to find joy\, connect\, reflect\, and create songs together. Each workshop will be unique and build toward a final group creation. No prior musical knowledge is necessary\, though all skills are welcomed. Some segments of these workshops will include exercises\, but there will also be ample opportunity for discovery and entering a creative flow—a mindset characterized by imaginative play and restorative benefits. As the aim is to foster a community of practice\, meeting others in a safe and collaborative environment will be encouraged\, along with personal exploration. 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/the-power-of-balance-a-community-of-practice-2/
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250505T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012104
CREATED:20250205T234507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T000006Z
UID:173971-1746462600-1746469800@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Opening Up History: On the Road to Brown v. Board of Education
DESCRIPTION:The 1954 Brown v. Board of Education Supreme Court case is hailed as a milestone in American progress but did you know that Black Americans\, Mexican Americans\, Indigenous Americans\, and Asian Americans were fighting for equal access to public education before the famous 1954 case? We will take up the intriguing history of school desegregation through a pluralistic lens by exploring some case studies before 1954: Roberts v. City of Boston (1849\, Black American)\, Tape v. Hurley (1885\, Chinese American)\, Piper v. Big Pine (1924\, Indigenous American)\, Lum v. Rice (1927\, Chinese American)\, Mendez v. Westminster (1947\, Mexican American)\, and a New Jersey case Hedgepeth and Williams v. Board of Education\, Trenton (1944\, Black Americans). These legal cases highlight the reality of American pluralism. We will complicate the story of school desegregation by asking: Do you teach in an integrated school? Lesson plans adapted for K-5 and 6-12 will be made available to participants.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/opening-up-history-on-the-road-to-brown-v-board-of-education/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250512T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012104
CREATED:20250211T234507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T234007Z
UID:174664-1747067400-1747074600@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:The Missing Stories: South Asian American History from the 1700s to Today
DESCRIPTION:SAADA ensures that South Asian Americans are recognized as an essential part of the American story. In “The Missing Stories\,” SAADA’s Executive Director Samip Mallick will cover how communities come to be excluded from the archival record and how we can address these absences. Samip will provide an introduction to South Asian American history (1800s to present) and will also discuss how community-based archives can become sites for liberation by introducing the audience to SAADA’s archival collections\, programs\, and storytelling projects.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/the-missing-stories-south-asian-american-history-from-the-1700s-to-today/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250514T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012104
CREATED:20250213T010014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T230005Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Savings & Car-Buying Tips
DESCRIPTION:Let NJEA/NEA Member Benefits help you live your best life during the summer season. Our webinar will show you how to book the best deals on travel\, local and nationwide attractions\, and more. Buyer’s Edge will also show you how to get more and pay less on your next vehicle purchase.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/summer-savings-car-buying-tips/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Benefits,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/summer-car-buy-Yl84Xl.tmp_.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Buonsante":MAILTO:bbuonsante@njea.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250307T234507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T000004Z
UID:177613-1747326600-1747330200@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Balance: A Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Balance: A community of practice for educators to find joy\, connect\, reflect\, and create songs together. Each workshop will be unique and build toward a final group creation. No prior musical knowledge is necessary\, though all skills are welcomed. Some segments of these workshops will include exercises\, but there will also be ample opportunity for discovery and entering a creative flow—a mindset characterized by imaginative play and restorative benefits. As the aim is to foster a community of practice\, meeting others in a safe and collaborative environment will be encouraged\, along with personal exploration. 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/the-power-of-balance-a-community-of-practice-3/
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250218T003013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T061507Z
UID:175400-1747674000-1747677600@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Degrees Not Debt: Student Loan Debt Relief
DESCRIPTION:This free NJEA webinar is meant for members who have federal student loan debt and want to know more about their options. Members will learn about loan consolidation\, different repayment options and public service loan forgiveness programs. As a public service employee\, you may qualify for a program that can significantly reduce or completely eliminate your federal student loan debt. \nJoin us to see if you qualify for programs such as:\n– Teacher Loan Forgiveness (TLF)\n– Teacher Loan Cancellation (TLC)\n– Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) \nParticipants will be introduced to free student loan debt relief resources. Following the presentation\, members will be guided to a new member benefit program that allows members to connect directly to nationally-accredited student loan counselors to assist them in making or implementing student loan debt solutions. \nAfter the presentation portion\, members may ask questions. Webinars are held in a small group format. These webinars are typically given after school throughout the year.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/degrees-not-debt-student-loan-debt-relief-59/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:DND Webinars,Member Benefits,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-1474157336-didOsg.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250218T003014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T061510Z
UID:175401-1747681200-1747684800@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Degrees Not Debt: Student Loan Debt Relief
DESCRIPTION:This free NJEA webinar is meant for members who have federal student loan debt and want to know more about their options. Members will learn about loan consolidation\, different repayment options and public service loan forgiveness programs. As a public service employee\, you may qualify for a program that can significantly reduce or completely eliminate your federal student loan debt. \nJoin us to see if you qualify for programs such as:\n– Teacher Loan Forgiveness (TLF)\n– Teacher Loan Cancellation (TLC)\n– Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) \nParticipants will be introduced to free student loan debt relief resources. Following the presentation\, members will be guided to a new member benefit program that allows members to connect directly to nationally-accredited student loan counselors to assist them in making or implementing student loan debt solutions. \nAfter the presentation portion\, members may ask questions. Webinars are held in a small group format. These webinars are typically given after school throughout the year.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/degrees-not-debt-student-loan-debt-relief-60/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:DND Webinars,Member Benefits,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250228T000008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T234504Z
UID:176661-1747758600-1747765800@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Timeline of Suffrage
DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop immerses educators in the historical and ongoing fight for voting rights\, from the nation’s founding to today’s battles against voter suppression. Participants take on the perspective of avatars\, experiencing the struggles\, sacrifices\, and triumphs of marginalized groups as they fought for suffrage. Educators will hear these stories through the voices of youth from affected communities\, highlighting the emotional and social impact of these efforts. \nThe workshop equips educators with tools to bring this rich history into the classroom\, fostering a deeper understanding among students of how past struggles inform present-day challenges. Participants will leave with strategies to empower their students to become active advocates for civic engagement and voter rights in their communities.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/timeline-of-suffrage/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250328T171717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T171717Z
UID:180796-1747767600-1747771200@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Pension Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Participants follow along with their own retirement estimate as the presenter discusses the various retirement options\, retiree health benefits\, and the important steps to retirement. Webinars are held in a small group format. \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		Pension Webinar\n\n		\n		\n			Download File
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/pension-webinar-27/
CATEGORIES:Pension Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250528T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250227T011514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250528T233005Z
UID:176499-1748449800-1748453400@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:What You Should Know About 403(b) Retirement Plans
DESCRIPTION:Representatives from the NEA Retirement Program will present basic information on supplemental retirement savings accounts\, including how to evaluate a plan and its fee structures.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/what-you-should-know-about-403b-retirement-plans-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Benefits,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/GettyImages-945782878-BZTCGM.tmp_.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Buonsante":MAILTO:bbuonsante@njea.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250604T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250512T234014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T234014Z
UID:185789-1749054600-1749061800@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:The Lenape: Past\, Present\, and Right Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Chief Adam Waterbear\, Tribal Storykeeper and Director of Education for the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania\, will discuss the past and present of the Lenape people\, including pre-colonial life\, relationships with William Penn\, the era of Penn’s Sons and the Walking Purchase\, the Lenape diaspora and the Lenape who remained in their homeland\, and what the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania is doing today to revitalize Lenape culture and continue their role as caretakers of the environment. Chief Adam will then discuss the importance of land acknowledgments and action in the allyship of Indigenous communities. Discussion and questions from the audience will be welcome and encouraged.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/the-lenape-past-present-and-right-relationships-3/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250605T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250512T234014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T234014Z
UID:185791-1749141000-1749144600@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Balance: A Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:The Power of Balance: A community of practice for educators to find joy\, connect\, reflect\, and create songs together. Each workshop will be unique and build toward a final group creation. No prior musical knowledge is necessary\, though all skills are welcomed. Some segments of these workshops will include exercises\, but there will also be ample opportunity for discovery and entering a creative flow—a mindset characterized by imaginative play and restorative benefits. As the aim is to foster a community of practice\, meeting others in a safe and collaborative environment will be encouraged\, along with personal exploration. 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/the-power-of-balance-a-community-of-practice-8/
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250512T234015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T234015Z
UID:185793-1749560400-1749564000@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Ship-to-Shore with Scientists at Sea!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live video call with scientists studying ocean chemistry aboard a research vessel in the North Atlantic Ocean (Labrador Sea). During the session\, scientists will give a tour of the ship (showcasing labs\, mess hall\, and ongoing scientific operations) and discuss how real science is done on a research vessel. This will be followed by a Q&A session where students can ask any questions they have about ocean & environmental sciences\, research methods\, and life onboard the ship.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/ship-to-shore-with-scientists-at-sea-5/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PDII-Virtual-hqom8X.tmp_-NO2qxO.tmp_-EwaSxl.tmp_-fCxjKo.tmp_-wQuzZf.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250612T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250512T234015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T234015Z
UID:185795-1749724200-1749727800@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Ship-to-Shore with Scientists at Sea!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live video call with scientists studying ocean chemistry aboard a research vessel in the North Atlantic Ocean (Labrador Sea). During the session\, scientists will give a tour of the ship (showcasing labs\, mess hall\, and ongoing scientific operations) and discuss how real science is done on a research vessel. This will be followed by a Q&A session where students can ask any questions they have about ocean & environmental sciences\, research methods\, and life onboard the ship.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/ship-to-shore-with-scientists-at-sea-6/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PDII-Virtual-hqom8X.tmp_-NO2qxO.tmp_-EwaSxl.tmp_-fCxjKo.tmp_-wQuzZf.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250616T113000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250512T234016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T234016Z
UID:185797-1750069800-1750073400@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Educators’ Ship-to-Shore Session with Scientists at Sea!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live video call with scientists studying ocean chemistry aboard a research vessel in the North Atlantic Ocean (Labrador Sea). During the session\, scientists will give a tour of the ship\, discuss how science is done on a research vessel\, and share their science journeys. This will be followed by a Q&A session where teachers can ask any questions they have about science concepts\, research methods\, and how to support students who are interested in earth and environmental sciences. \n 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/educators-ship-to-shore-session-with-scientists-at-sea-5/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PDII-Virtual-hqom8X.tmp_-NO2qxO.tmp_-EwaSxl.tmp_-fCxjKo.tmp_-wQuzZf.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250512T234016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T234016Z
UID:185799-1750251600-1750255200@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Educators’ Ship-to-Shore Session with Scientists at Sea!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a live video call with scientists studying ocean chemistry aboard a research vessel in the North Atlantic Ocean (Labrador Sea). During the session\, scientists will give a tour of the ship\, discuss how science is done on a research vessel\, and share their science journeys. This will be followed by a Q&A session where teachers can ask any questions they have about science concepts\, research methods\, and how to support students who are interested in earth and environmental sciences. \n 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/educators-ship-to-shore-session-with-scientists-at-sea-6/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/PDII-Virtual-hqom8X.tmp_-NO2qxO.tmp_-EwaSxl.tmp_-fCxjKo.tmp_-wQuzZf.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250328T172647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250718T172613Z
UID:180798-1755111600-1755115200@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Pension Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Participants follow along with their own retirement estimate as the presenter discusses the various retirement options\, retiree health benefits\, and the important steps to retirement. Webinars are held in a small group format. \n\n\n	\n	\n\n		Pension Webinar\n\n		\n		\n			Download File
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/pension-webinar-28/
CATEGORIES:Pension Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/retirement.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250908T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250804T000018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T000005Z
UID:196569-1757349000-1757356200@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Irrigating Books Deserts
DESCRIPTION:BookSmiles (a 501(c)(3) nonprofit) promotes literacy and the joy of reading by giving books to children throughout Philadelphia and NJ. They provide students and younger siblings with high-quality new or gently used books\, laying the groundwork for academic success. Educators – especially those who represent Title I schools – receive books for classroom libraries\, students to keep at home\, and pop-up book fairs. Their motto is: “We irrigate book deserts!”
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/irrigating-books-deserts-4/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PDII-Virtual-hqom8X.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250804T000019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T234521Z
UID:196570-1757435400-1757442600@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:AI in Action: Enhancing Student Learning Through Artificial Intelligence 
DESCRIPTION:This session explores how students can use AI tools responsibly\, with a focus on academic integrity\, safety\, and critical thinking. Participants will examine real classroom examples and discuss ethical concerns around equity and misuse.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/ai-in-action-enhancing-student-learning-through-artificial-intelligence/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PDII-Virtual-hqom8X.tmp_.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T180000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250729T190008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T233005Z
UID:196009-1757955600-1757959200@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Degrees Not Debt: Student Loan Debt Relief
DESCRIPTION:This free NJEA webinar is meant for members who have federal student loan debt and want to know more about their options. Members will learn about loan consolidation\, different repayment options and public service loan forgiveness programs. As a public service employee\, you may qualify for a program that can significantly reduce or completely eliminate your federal student loan debt. \nJoin us to see if you qualify for programs such as:\n– Teacher Loan Forgiveness (TLF)\n– Teacher Loan Cancellation (TLC)\n– Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) \nParticipants will be introduced to free student loan debt relief resources. Following the presentation\, members will be guided to a new member benefit program that allows members to connect directly to nationally-accredited student loan counselors to assist them in making or implementing student loan debt solutions. \nAfter the presentation portion\, members may ask questions. Webinars are held in a small group format. These webinars are typically given after school throughout the year.\n \n 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/degrees-not-debt-student-loan-debt-relief-65/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:DND Webinars,Member Benefits,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250729T190010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T233008Z
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SUMMARY:Degrees Not Debt: Student Loan Debt Relief
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will no longer be offered at 7pm. Please register for it at 5pm. We apologize for any inconvenience.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/degrees-not-debt-student-loan-debt-relief-66/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:DND Webinars,Member Benefits,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250729T194509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T233006Z
UID:196018-1758126600-1758130200@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:What You Should Know About 403(b) Retirement Plans
DESCRIPTION:Representatives from the NEA Retirement Program will present basic information on supplemental retirement savings accounts\, including how to evaluate a plan and its fee structures. \n 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/what-you-should-know-about-403b-retirement-plans-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Benefits,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Buonsante":MAILTO:bbuonsante@njea.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250804T000020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T000021Z
UID:196571-1758126600-1758133800@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:The NJ Law Against Discrimination and its Protections for LGBTQIA+ Students 
DESCRIPTION:In recent years\, there have been widespread efforts to introduce policies that would limit the civil rights of LGBTQIA+ students. In this session\, participants will learn how these policies might adversely impact LGBTQIA+ youth. Participants will also receive practical guidance\, based on the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination\, for responding to current issues\, including changes to names or pronouns\, inclusive books and curricula\, visual pride displays\, and access to bathrooms and locker rooms based on gender identity. 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/the-nj-law-against-discrimination-and-its-protections-for-lgbtqia-students/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250808T234507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250810T000021Z
UID:197118-1758126600-1758133800@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:The NJ Law Against Discrimination and its Protections for LGBTQIA+ Students 
DESCRIPTION:In recent years\, there have been widespread efforts to introduce policies that would limit the civil rights of LGBTQIA+ students. In this session\, participants will learn how these policies might adversely impact LGBTQIA+ youth. Participants will also receive practical guidance\, based on the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination\, for responding to current issues\, including changes to names or pronouns\, inclusive books and curricula\, visual pride displays\, and access to bathrooms and locker rooms based on gender identity. 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/the-nj-law-against-discrimination-and-its-protections-for-lgbtqia-students-2/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T200000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250729T194510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T233010Z
UID:196019-1758135600-1758139200@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Ways to Pay for College: FAFSA 101
DESCRIPTION:NJEA Members Register Here:\n\nMembers of the Public Register Here:\n \nVisions Federal Credit Union\, the NJ Higher Assistance Authority & NJEA invite high school students and their families to a FREE zoom workshop. The FAFSA–Free Application for Federal Student Aid — is a necessary first step in determining financial aid opportunities for college\, including eligibility for FREE tuition through a Community College Opportunity Grant. If you’re a parent of a high school student or a new or returning student in need of a refresher on the financial aid process\, join Yanela Tejada\, from Visions Federal Credit Union\, as she reviews the process and timelines of the FAFSA application and helps you to prepare for your financial aid journey. You will leave this session with helpful tools and resources to help you complete the FAFSA form and pay for college with confidence!
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/ways-to-pay-for-college-fafsa-101-9/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Member Benefits,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Buonsante":MAILTO:bbuonsante@njea.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250804T000021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T000005Z
UID:196572-1758817800-1758825000@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Certification 101: A Panel for Novice Educators
DESCRIPTION:If you’re just starting out as a teacher in New Jersey\, figuring out the certification process can feel overwhelming. Featuring a panel of experts\, this webinar will break it all down! We’ll walk you through the different types of certificates and endorsements\, how to apply through NJEdCert\, and how to move from provisional to standard certification. You’ll also get tips on timelines\, avoiding common mistakes\, and where to find support.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/certification-101-a-panel-for-novice-educators/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T183000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250804T000021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T234507Z
UID:196573-1759163400-1759170600@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Teaching English Literacy Skills to SLIFE Students
DESCRIPTION:Many Multilingual Learners come to U.S. schools with gaps in formal education\, making literacy development especially challenging. This workshop offers practical strategies to support these students in building foundational literacy skills while learning English. Educators will explore tools for scaffolding instruction\, creating inclusive environments\, and addressing the unique needs of students with limited or interrupted education.
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/teaching-english-literacy-skills-to-slife-students/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250812T202950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T204132Z
UID:197532-1759168800-1759172400@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Back to School Know Your Rights Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This session will offer a comprehensive overview of students’ rights in schools under the LAD\, highlighting protected categories\, which include actual or perceived race\, religion\, national origin\, gender\, sexual orientation\, gender identity or expression\, disability (visible & non-visible)\, among others. At the end of the presentation\, attendees should gain a better understanding of protections afforded to all in school settings under the NJ LAD and how to file a complaint with DCR’s online complaint portal NJBIAS. \nThe New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) is the state agency charged with enforcing New Jersey’s civil rights laws\, including the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJ LAD)\, the New Jersey Family Leave Act (NJFLA)\, and the Fair Chance in Housing Act (NJ FCHA). The mission of DCR is to prevent\, eliminate\, and remedy discrimination and bias-based harassment in employment\, housing\, and places of public accommodation throughout New Jersey. \n \nPresenters\, Kai Durant (she/her) and Angela Campos (she/her)\, are Community Relations Specialists in DCR’s Community Relations Unit (CRU). They engage audiences across the state with “Know Your Rights” presentations\, anti-bias webinars\, and direct outreach activities empowering community members with information regarding their civil rights under the state’s anti-discrimination laws\, and how the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights protects all New Jerseyans. \n 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/back-to-school-know-your-rights-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T012105
CREATED:20250731T143017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T173519Z
UID:196206-1759336200-1759339800@www.njea.org
SUMMARY:Cost-Cutters: How Your NJEA Member Benefits Save You Money
DESCRIPTION:  \nLet NJEA/NEA Member Benefits help you do more and spend less. Our webinar will show you how our Member Benefits Partners and programs can help cut costs and save you money. \n 
URL:https://www.njea.org/event/cost-cutters-how-your-njea-member-benefits-save-you-money/
LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org
CATEGORIES:Member Benefits,Webinars
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ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Buonsante":MAILTO:bbuonsante@njea.org
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