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SUMMARY:Decoding Intersectionality in Education: Identity\, Power\, and Collective Action
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides educators with a practical framework for understanding intersectionality in education. Participants explore how identity\, power\, and oppression shape school experiences\, examine dominant and colonial narratives\, and consider decolonizing approaches. The session concludes with strategies for moving from awareness to action through solidarity\, coalition‑building\, and collective advocacy for educational justice. \nPresented by NJEA & Forty Four Training and Consulting.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/decoding-intersectionality-in-education-identity-power-and-collective-action/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Teacher Leadership and the Teacher Leader Academy
DESCRIPTION:A teacher leader is someone who maintains their teaching role while also providing instructional leadership in their school community. Teacher leaders hold various titles and roles: instructional coach\, professional development expert\, school-community liaison\, mentor\, lead teacher\, and more. Teacher leadership is an evolving field\, and so new roles and titles are established by different schools and districts all the time. Join us for an overview of the Teacher Leader Academy and the benefits of being a teacher leader. \nPresented by NJEA PDII Staff. \n 
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/teacher-leadership-and-the-teacher-leader-academy-3/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Part 2-We Will Never Stop Teaching Black History
DESCRIPTION:Overview: This follow-up session moves from understanding to action. We will focus on: \n*   Designing lessons and units that center African American history authentically\n*   Using hip-hop\, primary sources\, and inquiry-based learning to deepen student engagement\n*   Navigating resistance\, policy challenges\, and community dynamics\n*   Building sustainable practices that ensure this work continues beyond a single lesson or month \nParticipants will actively begin drafting or refining instructional plans they can immediately implement in their classrooms. \nPresented by  NJEA Members:  Sundjata Sekou\, Talena Lachelle Queen\, Muneerah Higgs and Sari Alburtus
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/part-2-we-will-never-stop-teaching-black-history/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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SUMMARY:Ace the Interview! Tips and Strategies for All Educators
DESCRIPTION:This dynamic workshop helps educators feel prepared\, confident\, and empowered for the interview process. Whether you’re launching your career or exploring a new professional chapter\, you’ll gain insider insight into what to expect and learn practical\, confidence‑building strategies to showcase your strengths and tell your story effectively. Open to all NJEA and NJAEA members. \nPresented by NJEA & NJ Aspiring Educators Association.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/ace-the-interview-tips-and-strategies-for-all-educators/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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