View photos taken on Monday, July 6
Yesterday was day three of the 2026 NEA RA, and the first half Day of Learning. View the photos taken here.
NEA PAC fundraising incentives for Tuesday, July 7
Let’s make the last day of the RA count and secure our spot at the top contributor to NEA’s Political Action Fund. The goal of NEA PAC is to support elected officials who uphold America’s values and commitment to liberty and justice for all. Stop by the PAC table to help us maintain our goal by making a donation and to join our giveaway . Here are today’s incentives
- NJEA portable charger – $25 donation
- NJEA portable fan – $15 donation
- NJEA wine tumbler – $25 donation
- Travel organizer – $15 donation
- NJEA jacket (small blue & white from Orlando) – $25 donation
Donate to NEA PAC: Get customized backpack
Nicole Backlund, a delegate from Mercer County and art teacher is doing her part to help us raise money for NEA PAC. She’s adding customized art to NJEA NEA RA 26 backpacks. If you’re interested in having artwork added to your backpack, all you need to do is make a $5 donation to PAC (if a Mercer County delegate) or $10 donation (all other New Jersey delegates). If interested, you can find Nicole in the Mercer County delegation area. View some of the artwork that has been done here.
Higher Ed elects first-time delegates to the NEA-RA
Four first-time delegates from Higher Ed stepped up to attend the 2026 NEA RA. They are: Akil Khalfani (Essex County College), Cheryl Garwood (Atlantic Cape Community College), Michelle Perkins (Atlantic Cape Community College), and Paul (Crawley (Union College of Union County). They are joined by returning delegate, Victor Stolberg (Essex County College). While attending his first RA, Akil decided to run for NEA Resolutions to represent for Higher Ed and won. Congratulations, Akil!