BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//New Jersey Education Association - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:New Jersey Education Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.njea.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for New Jersey Education Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T173000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240826T020010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T234507Z UID:154573-1732118400-1732123800@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Middlesex County Education Association ESP Dinner DESCRIPTION:The Middlesex County Education Association (MCEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair in conjunction with their dinner to celebrate educational support professional (ESP)\, our non-teaching staff in Middlesex County. Up to 20 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the MCEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the MCEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-middlesex-county-education-association-esp-dinner-2/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T173000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241025T193009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T234507Z UID:162165-1732118400-1732123800@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Warren County Education Association DESCRIPTION:The Warren County Education Association (WCEA) will host a mini-Member Benefits Fair\, as part of their ESP Eve workshop and celebration dinner for ESP Members. Educational Support Professionals (ESP) are the non-teaching members who perform other essential functions in the school district. Up to 6 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the WCEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the WCEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-warren-county-education-association-3/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T173000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241104T211513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T234508Z UID:163386-1732118400-1732123800@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Long Branch School Employees Association DESCRIPTION:The Long Branch School Employees Association (LBSEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair\, as part of their upcoming meeting and workshop training. Up to 10 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the LBSEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the LBSEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-long-branch-school-employees-association-2/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T173000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240826T020010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241120T234507Z UID:154574-1732120200-1732123800@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Somerset County Education Association – Annual ESP Celebration DESCRIPTION:The Somerset County Education Association (SCEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair with up to 2 exhibitors. This event is in appreciation of educational support professionals (ESP) who perform the essential\, non-teaching functions within a school community. This event is exclusive to SCEA members. Members who wish to attend should contact the SCEA. \n  \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program; Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \n  \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-somerset-county-education-association-annual-esp-celebration/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T160000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240808T151510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T234505Z UID:152560-1732204800-1732204800@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Union County Education Association ESP Dinner DESCRIPTION:The Union County Education Association (UCEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair in conjunction with their dinner to celebrate educational support professional (ESP)\, our non-teaching staff in Union County. Up to 25 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the UCEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the UCEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-union-county-education-association-esp-dinner-2/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T183000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240826T020010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T234507Z UID:154575-1732210200-1732213800@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Burlington County Education Association ESP Dinner DESCRIPTION:The Burlington County Education Association (BCEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair in conjunction with their dinner to celebrate educational support professional (ESP)\, our non-teaching staff in Burlington County. Up to 12 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the BCEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the BCEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-burlington-county-education-association-esp-dinner-2/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T200000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240919T173701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T173701Z UID:157847-1732215600-1732219200@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-21/ CATEGORIES:Pension Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/GettyImages-1223981375-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T183000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241025T193009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T000006Z UID:162166-1732289400-1732300200@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Gloucester County Education Association ESP Retreat DESCRIPTION:The Gloucester County Education Association (GCEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair in conjunction with their overnight conference to celebrate and train educational support professional (ESP)\, our non-teaching staff in Gloucester County. Up to 10 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the GCEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the GCEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-gloucester-county-education-association-esp-retreat-2/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241123T123000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241104T211514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T234508Z UID:163388-1732359600-1732365000@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: NJEA UniServ Central Zone DESCRIPTION:The NJEA UniServ Central Zone invites member benefits partners to exhibit during their upcoming family fun social event for all NJEA members in Mercer\, Middlesex\, Monmouth\, and Ocean counties. \nUp to 20 partners are invited to exhibit. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-njea-uniserv-central-zone/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T173000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240827T010015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T233007Z UID:154674-1732552200-1732555800@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Road to Wellness: Interactive Wellness Strategies DESCRIPTION:The session presents strategies for personal wellness and teaches members how to take care of themselves during stressful times. Participants will have a chance to practice the eight dimensions of personal wellness and learn how to incorporate small\, simple changes into their daily lives in order to promote general well-being. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/road-to-wellness-interactive-wellness-strategies/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Member Benefits,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Maximizing-your-Membership-TA3NwV.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Buonsante":MAILTO:bbuonsante@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T183000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240906T000005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241125T000003Z UID:156310-1732552200-1732559400@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Road to Wellness DESCRIPTION:The session presents strategies for personal wellness and teaches members how to take care of themselves during stressful times. Participants will have a chance to practice the eight dimensions of personal wellness and learn how to incorporate small\, simple changes into their daily lives in order to promote general well-being. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/road-to-wellness/ 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:20241203T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T183000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240906T000006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T234504Z UID:156311-1733243400-1733250600@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Using SEL to See and Connect Beyond Disruptive Behaviors DESCRIPTION:Years following the return to the classroom after the Covid-19 shutdowns\, educators across the country are still struggling with the aftermath of the pandemic. One of the major concerns facing teachers\, counselors and administrators alike is student behavior. SEL continues to be one of the most powerful tools to effectively address behavioral challenges and prepare students for life inside and outside of the classroom. The question for many is “With so many different aspects of SEL\, where should my focus be in order to reduce disruptive behaviors within the school community?” \nThis interactive session will provide insight and understanding into disruptive behaviors; identify three specific SEL areas to promote positive behavior; and highlight best practices to develop the skills and climate for students to regulate themselves. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/using-sel-to-see-and-connect-beyond-disruptive-behaviors/ 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:20241204T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241204T160000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241025T201509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T000009Z UID:162175-1733320800-1733328000@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: NJEA Aspiring Educators @ Kean University/Ocean County Community College DESCRIPTION:The NJEA Aspiring Educators Association at Kean University /Ocean County Community College will host a Member Benefits Fair for current and prospective association members\, as part of their upcoming meeting. Up to 5 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to current and prospective members of the NJEA Aspiring Educators Association. Members who wish to attend should contact NJEA Membership at (609) 599-4561. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-njea-aspiring-educators-kean-university-ocean-county-community-college/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T163000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241104T211514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T224507Z UID:163389-1733841000-1733848200@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Essex County College Faculty Association DESCRIPTION:The Essex County College Faculty Association (ECCFA) and other bargaining units will host a Member Benefits Fair for association members. Up to 20 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the ECCFA. Members who wish to attend should contact the ECCFA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-essex-county-college-faculty-association/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T173000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240918T234504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T004504Z UID:157757-1733846400-1733851800@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Community of Practice Power Hour DESCRIPTION:“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.” \n–  Etienne Wenger \nDeanne Martini and Brenda Martin-Lee\nTitle: Educator-Centric Social-Emotional Learning Community of Practice (SEL COP) \nDescription: In the modern educational landscape\, educators play a pivotal role in fostering students’ social-emotional development. This Educator-Centric Social-Emotional Learning Community of Practice will provide a dedicated platform for educators to collaborate\, share insights\, and enhance their practices in social-emotional learning (SEL). \nLearn more about the NJEA PDII Community of Practice here URL:https://www.njea.org/event/community-of-practice-power-hour/ CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Community-of-Practice-Power-Hour-CA6l49.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T190000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241104T211514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T224508Z UID:163390-1733846400-1733857200@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Camden Education Association DESCRIPTION:The Camden Education Association (CEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair with up to 20 exhibitors at an upcoming social event. This event is exclusive to Camden Education Association members. Members who wish to attend should contact the CEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-camden-education-association-2/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T170000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241126T233012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T234509Z UID:165934-1733929200-1733936400@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Township of Ocean Education Association DESCRIPTION:The Township of Ocean Education Association (TOEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair as part of an upcoming holiday party. Up to 5 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the TOEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the TOEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-township-of-ocean-education-association-2/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T173000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240918T234507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T000004Z UID:157759-1733932800-1733938200@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Community of Practice Power Hour DESCRIPTION:“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.” \n–  Etienne Wenger \nMichael Mason and Brian Janik\nTitle: Leaning into AI \nDescription: This interactive conversation dives into the transformative potential of AI in education. Explore ethics & impact\, discover powerful learning tools & strategies\, and gain the confidence to integrate AI effectively. Share your own favorite AI tools\, strategies\, and questions to foster a collaborative learning environment! \nLearn more about the NJEA PDII Community of Practice here URL:https://www.njea.org/event/community-of-practice-power-hour-2/ CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Community-of-Practice-Power-Hour-CA6l49.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T173000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240916T171511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T000008Z UID:157440-1734019200-1734024600@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Union County Education Association Ugly Sweater Event DESCRIPTION:The Union County Education Association (UCEA) will host a mini-Member Benefits Fair as part of upcoming Ugly Sweater social event.  Up to 6 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the UCEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the UCEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-union-county-education-association-ugly-sweater-event/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T173000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240918T234507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T000004Z UID:157760-1734019200-1734024600@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Community of Practice Power Hour DESCRIPTION:“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.” \n–  Etienne Wenger \n  \nKatherine Burke and Pamela Koharchik\nTitle: Thriving\, Not Just Surviving: Strategies for Educators During Challenging Times \nDescription: The education landscape is ever-changing\, and navigating difficult times can be draining. This highly interactive community equips educators with practical tools and strategies to foster resilience\, manage stress\, and cultivate a positive classroom environment even amidst challenges. \nLearn more about the NJEA PDII Community of Practice here URL:https://www.njea.org/event/community-of-practice-power-hour-3/ CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Community-of-Practice-Power-Hour-CA6l49.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241212T190000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240913T003012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T000007Z UID:157061-1734022800-1734030000@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Atlantic County Council of Education Associations DESCRIPTION:The Atlantic County Council of Education Associations (ACCEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair as part of their holiday celebration and social. Up to 15 partners are invited to exhibit. Round\, tall top tables are available at this venue. This event is exclusive to members of the ACCEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the ACCEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-atlantic-county-council-of-education-associations-4/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240808T151511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T231506Z UID:152561-1734116400-1734116400@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Cape May County Education Association DESCRIPTION:The Cape May County Education Association (CMCEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair. Up to 15 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the CMCEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the CMCEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-cape-may-county-education-association-2/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T180000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241126T233012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T230011Z UID:165935-1734364800-1734372000@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Plainfield Education Association DESCRIPTION:The Plainfield Education Association (PEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair during their general membership meeting and holiday gathering. Up to 4 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the PEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the PEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-plainfield-education-association-3/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T183000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240918T234507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T234504Z UID:157761-1734366600-1734373800@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Incorporating Census Data in Classrooms to Teach Community Diversity and Foster Culturally Responsive Pedagogy DESCRIPTION:New Jersey has the second-highest percentage of foreign-born residents in the U.S. and is the fifth most diverse state. Nearly half of its youth live in multilingual households\, enriching our classrooms. \nThis workshop helps teachers use census data to create culturally responsive teaching strategies. Participants will learn to integrate demographic data into lessons\, making education more relevant and inclusive. It includes examples for elementary and middle school students and introduces K-12 tools and lesson plans to address systemic issues and create engaging lessons. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/incorporating-census-data-in-classrooms-to-teach-community-diversity-and-foster-culturally-responsive-pedagogy/ 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:20241216T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T200000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241126T233013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T230011Z UID:165936-1734373800-1734379200@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Passaic Maintenance\, Custodians\, Cafeteria Association DESCRIPTION:The Passaic Maintenance\, Custodians\, Cafeteria Association will host a Member Benefits Fair for association members. Up to 8 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the Association. Members who wish to attend should contact the Passaic Maintenance\, Custodians\, Cafeteria Association. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-passaic-maintenance-custodians-cafeteria-association-2/ LOCATION:mbfairs@njea.org CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="NJEA Member Benefits Fairs":MAILTO:mbfairs@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T200000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20240919T173821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T173821Z UID:157849-1734634800-1734638400@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-22/ CATEGORIES:Pension Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/GettyImages-1223981375-scaled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T173000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241011T000006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T000018Z UID:160455-1736352000-1736357400@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Community of Practice Power Hour DESCRIPTION:“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.” \n–  Etienne Wenger \nMichael Mason and Brian Janik\nTitle: Leaning into AI \nDescription: This interactive conversation dives into the transformative potential of AI in education. Explore ethics & impact\, discover powerful learning tools & strategies\, and gain the confidence to integrate AI effectively. Share your own favorite AI tools\, strategies\, and questions to foster a collaborative learning environment! \nLearn more about the NJEA PDII Community of Practice here URL:https://www.njea.org/event/community-of-practice-power-hour-4/ CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Community-of-Practice-Power-Hour-CA6l49.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T180000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241010T001511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T234509Z UID:160335-1736355600-1736359200@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Travel Planning with NJEA/NEA Member Benefits DESCRIPTION:Learn about special discounts for educators to help you plan your next vacation. This webinar will explain the steps to obtain the educator-specific discounts and provide resources for all of your travel planning. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/travel-planning-with-njea-nea-member-benefits/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Member Benefits,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Maximizing-your-Membership-TA3NwV.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Buonsante":MAILTO:bbuonsante@njea.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T190000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241126T233013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T234508Z UID:165937-1736355600-1736362800@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Member Benefits Fair: Mercer County Education Association DESCRIPTION:The Mercer County Education Association (MCEA) will host a Member Benefits Fair. Up to 25 partners are invited to exhibit. This event is exclusive to members of the MCEA. Members who wish to attend should contact the MCEA. \nExhibitors must be part of the NJEA Member Discount Program. Partners should confirm attendance with ljones@njea.org. \nTo join the NJEA Member Discount Program\, apply here. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/member-benefits-fair-mercer-county-education-association/ CATEGORIES:MB-Fairs,Member Benefits ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Member-Benefits-Fair-s6Ufjw.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250108T200000 DTSTAMP:20260612T053802 CREATED:20241010T001512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250108T234513Z UID:160336-1736362800-1736366400@www.njea.org SUMMARY:Travel Planning with NJEA/NEA Member Benefits DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nLearn about special discounts for educators to help you plan your next vacation. This webinar will explain the steps to obtain the educator-specific discounts and provide resources for all of your travel planning. URL:https://www.njea.org/event/travel-planning-with-njea-nea-member-benefits-2/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Member Benefits,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.njea.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Maximizing-your-Membership-TA3NwV.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Beth Buonsante":MAILTO:bbuonsante@njea.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR