Degrees Not Debt: Student Loan Debt Relief
2026-05-11 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
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.
Join us to see if you qualify for programs such as:
– Teacher Loan Forgiveness (TLF)
– Teacher Loan Cancellation (TLC)
– Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Participants 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.
After 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.

Degrees Not Debt: Student Loan Debt Relief
2026-05-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual
This webinar will no longer be offered at 7pm. Please register for it at 5pm. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Communities of Practice Connect: Lead & Learn: A Community for Educator Leaders
2026-05-12 16:00 - 17:30
“Communities of Practice are groups of people who share a common concern, set of problems, or passion about a topic, and deepen their knowledge and expertise in this area by interacting on an ongoing basis.”
– Etienne Wenger
Brenda Martin-Lee, Christine Candarella, Deidre Varga, Estefania Rios, Hillary Raszka, Jonathan Ayer, Johanna Amaro
Are you a teacher who inspires others and helps move education forward? Whether your role is formal or informal, if you’re someone who supports colleagues, shares expertise, and works to strengthen teaching and learning—this community is for you.
You might be an instructional coach, PLC facilitator, I&RS team member, mentor, cooperating teacher, or someone who simply steps up to lead from the classroom. Whatever your title, you’re playing a vital role in shaping practice and influencing positive change.
This community of practice is your space to connect with fellow educator-leaders, exchange ideas, celebrate wins, navigate challenges, and grow together. Join us to collaborate, reflect, and energize your work alongside others who share your passion for impact.
Learn more about the NJEA PDII Community of Practice here.

AI to Support Inclusion for Students with Learning Differences
2026-05-12 16:30 - 18:30
This session explores how AI can support inclusive practices by assisting with IEP documentation, accommodations, and differentiated instruction. Emphasis is placed on equity and accessibility, and how AI tools can help all educators deliver on that promise.

Summer Savings & Car-Buying Tips
2026-05-13 16:30 - 17:30 | Virtual
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.

Pension Webinar
2026-05-13 19:00 - 20:00
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.

Pension Webinar

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2026 NJTESOL/NJBE Spring Conference
2026-05-19 - 2026-05-20 | Hyatt Regency New Brunswick, 2 Albany St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901, NJ
The in-person conference will take place at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in New Brunswick on May 19-21. You can register for one, two or all three  days. The conference will feature three keynote speakers: Dr. Elsa Cárdenas-Hagan, Dr. Sharroky Hollie, and Dr. Margarita Machado-Casas.
In addition, you’ll select from many presentations approved for the continuing education requirement, network with your colleagues, and obtain the latest information on state and national initiatives. You can also meet with representatives at the sponsors’ and exhibitors’ booths to find the latest and greatest teaching tools. You can earn professional development hours throughout the day.
The Video Library Conference is a select collection of presentations you will have access to view starting on May 27 using our conference platform. There is no set schedule, and you will be able to view the workshops from May 27 to Aug. 20. By using your unique login, your hours will be tracked so that you can earn professional development hours. Please note that the select collection of presentations will not include the keynotes or special invited guest speakers.
Presentation topics will include Advocacy, Social Justice, and Policy; Supporting Newcomers, SLIFEs and Refugees; Family and Community Engagement; Dual Identified/Special Populations; Early Learning and Family Practices; Social Emotional Learning; Content-Integrated Approaches; Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking; Technology; Language Assessment; Program Administration and Evaluation
Registration and more information
Registration includes one free year of membership.
Visit njtesol-njbe.org/spring-conference for more information and to register.
For other conference questions, email Caia Schlessinger, conference coordinator, at conference-coordinator@njtesol-njbe.org.

What You Should Know About 403(b) Retirement Plans
2026-05-27 16:30 - 17:30 | Virtual
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.
