A message from NJEA

While our union is made up of members with diverse views and perspectives, as educators we all want what’s best for our students. The video below reaffirms our commitment to…

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NJEA statement on federal agents in public schools

NJEA’s officers, President Sean Spiller, Vice President Steve Beatty and Secretary-Treasurer Petal Robertson issued this statement on federal agents in public schools: “President Trump’s declared intention to send federal agents…

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NJEA: We will always stand with students

NJEA’s officers, President Sean Spiller, Vice President Steve Beatty and Secretary-Treasurer Petal Robertson issued this statement reaffirming NJEA’s commitment to its justice-centered values in light of statements and actions by the…

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NJEA Statement on State of the State

NJEA’s officers, President Sean M. Spiller, Vice President Steve Beatty and Secretary-Treasurer Petal Robertson, released this statement following Gov. Phil Murphy’s 2025 State of the State address this afternoon: “As…

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Big news: Pension Justice bills introduced

Following months of member organizing by NJEA members across the state, NJEA’s top-priority pension bills have been introduced in the Assembly and Senate.

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An agent of change for students 

Meet 2024-25 NJ State Teacher of the Year Stefanie Lachenauer was one of those children who knew they would grow up to be a teacher. The oldest of three sisters,…

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Read more about the article NJEA statement on Secretary of Education nominee
As the children head to the bus for the field trip, the safety equipment on the bus keeps them safe from cars.

NJEA statement on Secretary of Education nominee

NJEA’s officers, President Sean Spiller, Vice President Steve Beatty and Secretary-Treasurer Petal Roberson released this statement following news reports that President-elect Trump has chosen former professional wrestling executive Linda McMahon…

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Read more about the article Wildfires and air quality: Guidance and resources for schools
Bushfires in tropical forest release carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions and other greenhouse gases (GHG) that contribute to climate change.

Wildfires and air quality: Guidance and resources for schools

Wildfires are burning in many locations across New Jersey and drought conditions make it likely that more could begin. Smoke from wildfires can severely impact air quality, creating unhealthy conditions,…

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NJEA celebrates members who stepped up to run and lead

While most of the attention was focused on federal races, last Tuesday's election saw at least 230 NJEA members on ballots across New Jersey. They were running for offices from…

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