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SUMMARY:Violence in the Workplace
DESCRIPTION:Violence against school staff—particularly incidents involving students—is a growing concern. This workshop will empower your local Health & Safety Committee to respond effectively\, advocate for safer working conditions\, and ensure members understand their rights and protections. Learn how to strengthen your committee\, support impacted staff\, and push for policies that create a safer school environment.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/violence-in-the-workplace/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T085133
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SUMMARY:Communities of Practice Connect: Thriving\, Not Just Surviving: Strategies for Educators During Challenging Times
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 \nKatherine Burke and Pamela Koharchik \nThe education landscape is constantly evolving\, and navigating challenging times can be exhausting. This highly interactive community provides educators with practical tools and strategies to build resilience\, manage stress\, and create a positive classroom environment even in the face of obstacles. \nLearn more about the NJEA PDII Community of Practice here.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/communities-of-practice-connect-thriving-not-just-surviving-strategies-for-educators-during-challenging-times-session-3/
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T085133
CREATED:20250715T165453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T165453Z
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SUMMARY:Communities of Practice Connect: Leaning into AI
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  \nThis 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://learning.njea.org/event/communities-of-practice-connect-leaning-into-ai-session-3/
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T085133
CREATED:20250715T191757Z
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SUMMARY:Communities of Practice Connect: The Anxious Generation Book Club
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  \nDescription: Join us for a thought-provoking book club exploring The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. This powerful read unpacks how today’s digital world is reshaping childhood—and what that means for the students we teach. Together\, we’ll discuss the rise in youth anxiety\, the impact of screen time\, and what educators can do to foster connection\, resilience\, and well-being in and beyond the classroom. Whether you’re new to the topic or already deep in the conversation\, this is a chance to reflect\, share\, and grow with fellow educators. Let’s explore how we can better support this generation—together. \nLearn more about the NJEA PDII Community of Practice here.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/communities-of-practice-connect-the-anxious-generation-book-club-session-3/
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T173000
DTSTAMP:20260607T085133
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SUMMARY:Communities of Practice Connect: Lead & Learn: A Community for Educator Leaders\, Session 3
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 \nBrenda Martin-Lee\, Christine Candarella\, Deidre Varga\, Estefania Rios\, Hillary Raszka\, Jonathan Ayer\, Johanna Amaro \nAre 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. \nYou 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. \nThis 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. \nLearn more about the NJEA PDII Community of Practice here.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/communities-of-practice-connect-lead-learn-a-community-for-educator-leaders-session-3-4/
CATEGORIES:Community of Practice,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T190000
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SUMMARY:The Power of the Page: Exploring Book Banks and Literacy Equity
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging session that takes you behind the scenes of a book bank and explores how these initiatives support literacy and equity in education. Educators will learn how book banks operate—from sourcing and sorting books to distribution logistics—and how they can connect students and families with free\, high-quality reading materials. Participants will also have the opportunity to select books to take back to their classrooms\, schools\, or communities. Leave inspired with practical ideas to promote reading and support access to books for all learners.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/the-power-of-the-page-exploring-book-banks-and-literacy-equity/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T183000
DTSTAMP:20260607T085133
CREATED:20250807T192658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250807T192658Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to AI for ESPs
DESCRIPTION:This session is designed for ESPs and provides an entry point to AI by exploring ChatGPT and other tools that are relevant to their roles. Throughout the workshop\, participants will have the opportunity to ask questions\, collaborate with their peers\, and engage in hands-on activities to deepen their understanding of artificial intelligence (AI).
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/intro-to-ai-for-esps/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T183000
DTSTAMP:20260607T085133
CREATED:20250731T162545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T155947Z
UID:121816-1768494600-1768501800@learning.njea.org
SUMMARY:NJEA Konscious Educators Virtual Training Series - Understanding Personal Triggers & Building Emotional Resilience (Part 4)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a six-part immersive experience designed to empower NJEA educators with mindfulness\, emotional intelligence\, and heart-centered leadership tools to reduce stress\, deepen connections and enhance teaching impact. Each session included energizing activities\, guided practices\, community connection\, and knowledge sharing—creating an engaging and supportive space for reflection\, learning\, and growth. \nGreat educators lead with authenticity and self-awareness. This session dives into True North — a guiding framework for reflection\, emotional growth\, and self-discovery
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/njea-konscious-educators-virtual-training-series-a-six-part-journey-of-embodiment-transformation-and-awakening-4/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T193000
DTSTAMP:20260607T085133
CREATED:20250801T004629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T004831Z
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SUMMARY:Designing Pluralistic Social Studies Curricula with Generative AI
DESCRIPTION:This interactive professional development workshop empowers educators with the knowledge and tools to leverage Generative AI—such as ChatGPT and Gemini—for designing inclusive\, equitable K–12 social studies curricula. Rooted in pluralistic pedagogy\, the session explores how AI can assist in generating historically accurate\, standards-aligned content that highlights the voices and contributions of Black\, Asian American\, Indigenous\, Latinx\, and other historically marginalized communities. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of how AI-assisted instruction works\, including the rationale behind prompt engineering and effective strategies for designing prompts that yield high-quality\, inclusive responses. The session also covers strategies to guard against potential biases in AI-generated content\, as such biases can often be amplified by the internet-sourced training data used to develop these models. Through hands-on activities and collaborative discussions\, educators will learn how to integrate AI thoughtfully into their lesson planning process—enhancing instructional design\, supporting student engagement\, and encouraging critical inquiry into U.S. history from multiple perspectives. By the end of the workshop\, participants will walk away with concrete tools\, sample prompts\, and adaptable strategies for incorporating AI into the development of high-quality\, pluralistic social studies lessons that reflect the richness and diversity of American experiences. \nPresenters: Dr. Ying Lu & Dr. Kim Pinckney.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/designing-pluralistic-social-studies-curricula-with-generative-ai/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T085133
CREATED:20251212T192522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T150623Z
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SUMMARY:The XYZs of Retirement for ESPs
DESCRIPTION:Understand retirement planning through PERS. Learn about pensions\, benefits\, timelines\, and options to prepare confidently—whether retirement is near or far.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/the-xyzs-of-retirement-for-esps/
LOCATION:Virtual – Zoom
CATEGORIES:ESPAN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260126T183000
DTSTAMP:20260607T085133
CREATED:20250808T232230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T232230Z
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SUMMARY:Survivors’ perspectives on Human Trafficking and Its Impact on Our Schools
DESCRIPTION:This survivor-led presentation will cover the realities of sex and labor trafficking in our state and the risks to school-age children. Online exploitation and the myths of trafficking will be explored\, with real-life scenarios provided to illustrate what teachers might encounter in the classroom. The session will also include guidance on how teachers can raise awareness among their students using free online lesson plans offered by the NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking\, which conform to NJ Learning Standards.
URL:https://learning.njea.org/event/survivors-perspectives-on-human-trafficking-and-its-impact-on-our-schools-2/
CATEGORIES:Statewide Virtual Series,Webinars
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