As I reflect on the 2025–2026 academic year, I am immensely proud of the momentum and impact NJACTE has achieved together. From launching the inaugural New Jersey Conference for Educator Preparation in partnership with the NJDOE to expanding our advocacy presence through Washington Week—where our NJ delegation continued to grow in both number and influence—we have strengthened […]
Each year, the New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE) offers the Governor’s Educator of the Year program to honor the hardworking teachers and educational services professionals for their dedication to students, and to the profession. In turn, NJACTE welcomes the distinguished teacher chosen to speak at a monthly membership meeting and invites them to share their […]
Several members of the NJACTE Executive Committee had the opportunity to attend the AACTE Virtual State Leaders Institute, held on November 7, 2025. This online gathering for leaders of education preparation organizations was an opportunity to discuss policies and developments in teacher education and to learn and grow as leaders. Dr. Punya Mishra, Director of […]