ATLANTIC CITY — Cape May County teachers are among tens of thousands of New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) members from across the state who plan to attend the 153rd annual NJEA Convention Nov. 8-9.
That means two days off from school for pupils, which translates into a four-day mini-vacation for some who plan brief get-aways while the weather remains fair.
The NJEA convention, recognized as the largest educational gathering of its kind anywhere in the world, draws teachers and educational support professionals who participate in over 300 seminars, workshops, and programs.
“This year’s convention promises to be one of the best ever, with all the great features from the past along with exciting new additions,” said NJEA President Joyce Powell in a release.
“Among this year’s most exciting offerings is a series of six spotlight presentations by experts in a variety of educational fields, and includes one designed especially for educational support professionals (ESP). This online career development training program is being offered through NJEA’s partnership with Thomas Edison State College.”
In addition to the seminars and programs designed to meet members’ state-mandated, 100-hour professional development requirement, convention-goers take advantage of the Convention Center’s huge exhibit area, featuring more than 700 vendors and exhibitors.
Other highlight events include a panel of State Board of Education members and the Celebration of Excellence, as well as concerts by the All-State Jazz Ensemble and the All-State Chorus and Orchestra.
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