Register for the NJEA Legislative Conference – 2/18/2017 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. 

• This year’s conference will feature five breakouts organized by issues important to you and public education. Legislators will engage in discussions focused on the following issues:

  Federal – Join key members of Congress in a critical conversation about the Trump administration’s plans for public education. Learn how New Jersey’s congressional delegation plans to deal with the new leadership in Washington.

  Health Benefits – The cost of health benefits is an ongoing discussion. Come hear legislators’ thoughts on how to contain health care costs, address the issues caused by Chapter 78, and preserve health benefits for retirees.

  Pensions – Learn about the latest policies impacting your pensions, how they are funded and proposals for ensuring their long-term solvency.

  School Funding – Participate in a discussion on state aid, the School Funding Reform Act (SFRA), and the impact of charter schools on school district finances.

  Urban Education and Privatization – Join a conversation about state takeover districts and return to local control, issues facing urban communities, the challenges facing students and educators, and the privatization of public education and jobs.

  Join us to hear directly from elected officials about these critical issues.

  Don’t miss out. Register now. The registration deadline is Jan. 31. 

Winter Leadership Conferences  – Strengthening advocacy 3/24 – 3/25/2017

• Seminar Topics:

  • Presidents’ Roundtable
  • Legal Issues Affecting School Employees
  • Preparing for Negotiations–Collective Bargaining
  • Grieve, Don’t Gripe—Contract Enforcement
  • AR—Key to a Strong Organization
  • Bargaining Health Benefits
  • Effective Political Advocacy Through Your Legislative Action Team
  • Take Back Your Paycheck
  • Advocating Through Social Media – Tools and Best Practices
  • Organizing Your Local
  • Getting the Most From ESSA for Your Members
  • Principles of Leadership Development for Association Leaders

  Detailed workshop descriptions and registration form

2017 Legislative Dinners