Check out your Portland photos from July 4
You’ve made it to day three of the NEA RA. View yesterday’s photos here.
NJEA statement on President Trump’s Landmark Bill
The majority Republican Congress delivered the president his tax bill, which is historic for the harm it will cause. While the president celebrated signing this bill on July 4, NJEA officers are providing a reality check of how this legislation will hurt New Jersey students, schools, and communities. Read their statement here.
NEA Resolutions Committee election results
Congratulations to those elected at the 2025 NEA RA to serve on this year’s NEA Resolutions Committee: James Frazier (Union), Henry Goodhue (Somerset), Tonya Scott-Cole (Union), April Brown (Camden), Chrissy Kosar (Gloucester), Ted Graham (Passaic), Jaclyn Headlam (Essex), Christal White (Essex), and Jeremias Salinas (Middlesex).
NJEA member wins big on the NEA RA floor
Congratulations to Agueda Porras from Mercer County! She won $2,500 at yesterday’s NEA RA.
PAC incentives – July 5
Thank you to everyone who made a donation before, during, and after yesterday’s state caucus. We challenged you to raise $500 to see NJEA NJEA Deputy Executive Denise Graff-Policastro lead our NJEA Executive Director Kevin Kelleher in performing the chicken dance. You exceeded our expectation and Kevin kept his promise. Continue to donate to NEA PAC to help New Jersey maintain our status as the number one fundraising state. Here are today’s incentives:
- Umbrella – $15
- Accessory pouch – $25
- Dominoes – $15
- Bottle sling – $25
- Bracelet – $25
- BINGO – $5
- GOAT Selfie Challenge – $10
Take selfies with the GOATS
There’s still time to take part in the fun! Make a $10 donation to NEA PAC to participate in the GOAT Selfie Challenge. Visit the PAC table to make your donation and receive the instructions. Then share your images with Angel Boose by 3 p.m. to be included in the final selfie contest slideshow.
PCA recognizes NJEA Consultants
The Professional Consultant Association (PCA) would like to recognize all of the NJEA Consultants who are serving as delegates at this year’s RA. While consultants are part-time NJEA staff, they are also local, county, and state leaders who tirelessly advocate for the members they represent. They hope each of you enjoyed the PCA Reception they hosted on Tuesday, July 2 at the Xport Rooftop Lounge to show you their appreciation.
Meet 2025 NEA Teacher of the Year
Pennsylvania’s Ashlie Crosson is the 2025 NEA Teacher of the Year. Read her July 4 address to the NEA RA delegation here.