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NJEA Convention - As many as 75,000 people attend the largest
educational gathering of its kind anywhere in the world. New Jersey teachers and education support professionals gather in Atlantic City to participate in seminars, workshops, and programs conducted by leading national experts.

Spotlight - Top presenters attending this year's include neurokinesiologist Jean Blaydes Madigan. She will explain the importance of movement in the learning process by teaching academics kinesthetically. And Jamie Vollmer, president of the Great Midwestern Ice Cream Company, works to strengthen community support for public schools and build professional pride among educators.

Professional Development - New Jersey school employees can choose from over 250 seminars addressing topics from discipline to school safety during the 148th annual NJEA Convention.

Award of Excellence - Bob Hartman is this year's recipient of the NJEA Award for Excellence. He graduated from Marlboro Central School and Freehold Regional High School. He is a television producer, reporter, anchor and news director.