A tradition of learning, connection and inspiration

Every November, NJEA members from across the state gather in Atlantic City for a tradition more than a century strong: the NJEA Convention. It’s a chance to step away from…

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Living Lessons of Freedom

South Jersey Underground Railroad history comes alive in Triumphant Third Grade by Tamar LaSure-Owens On Thursday, Sept. 25, my Triumphant Third Graders had the honor of welcoming Linda Shockley, President…

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Reflections on the World Peace Game

by Carolyn Thompson, NJEA PDII staff The World Peace Game is a hands-on political simulation that gives players the opportunity to explore the connectedness of the global community through the…

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ACCESS model uses talking circles to strengthen community

by Louis Guglielmo Inside classrooms across New Jersey, a quiet transformation is taking place. Students are rearranging desks, teachers are sitting shoulder to shoulder with their students, and ancient practices…

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NJEA Consortium unveils macro-curriculum

Drs. Chrissi Miles and Kim Pinckney  The NJEA Consortium has published its macro-curriculum, a comprehensive framework created to help educators develop inclusive, peer-reviewed resources. Launched in June 2025, it is…

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NJEA Consortium and PINE announce partnership

Equipping educators to support neurodivergent learners across New Jersey The NJEA Consortium and the Program for Inclusion and Neurodiversity Education (PINE)have officially entered into a partnership to provide professional development…

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Shaping the future through inclusive pedagogy

Meet the NJEA Consortium Design Team Ambassadors  Imagine classrooms across New Jersey where every student not only learns but truly sees themselves and others reflected in the curriculum. This powerful…

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Using Music to Move Minds and Change the World

Thursday, Oct. 16, 4-6 p.m. Location: New Jersey Hall of Fame at American DreamCourt G, Level 31 American Dream Way Unit G349East Rutherford Join the New Jersey Hall of Fame…

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NJEA Consortium Phase I Repository of Resources available now

We are so excited to share these curated resources with you. To access the Phase I rollout, please follow these steps: Access the portal via this website: njeaportal.learnupon.com/users/sign_in You will…

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What new NJ teachers need to know about certification

Starting your teaching journey? Don’t miss these certification essentials  If you’re a new educator in New Jersey, understanding the certification process is essential for a successful start. Here are five…

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