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Implicit Bias, Equity, New Jersey Leadership Academy
Investigations, and the Law Series 6, Cohort 8 at Egg Harbor
Jan. 23, 2020; 9 am - 3 pm at FEA (PSEL Standards 3, 4, 5, 10 and Teacher
Presenters: David Nash, Esq., LEGAL ONE Leader Domain IV, V, and VI)
Director; Rebecca Gold, Retired Director of
Human Resources; Joanne Sung, Assistant LEADing for an Equitable System of
Superintendent, North Plainfield School Teaching and Learning
District; Cynthia Assini, K-12 Supervisor Sponsored by NJPSA/FEA and NJASA
of Social Studies/Gifted and Talented, Target Audience: K-12 Administrators and
Hillsborough Township Public Schools Teacher Leaders; Teams Encouraged
Fee: $150 Fee: $450 for all three sessions
Conducting a comprehensive investigation
incorporating key elements of an investigation Who among us would not agree that every child
plan. Topics to be discussed include: essen- has the right to equitable learning opportuni-
tial facts, keys to success, identifying issues, ties in his/her school and classrooms? Creating
gathering information, special considerations, such a system, a system that focuses on equity,
conducting interviews, confidentiality, and doc- requires a combination of an intentional plan
umentation. Participants will also learn about for establishing a rich and inclusive learning
best practices related to enhancing cultural environment, a set of expectations that guides
competency and celebrating student diversity. the sound implementation of that plan, and
ongoing and deep conversations with stake-
holders. Educational leaders across our nation
The Connected Action Roadmap: are being called to recalibrate their compass to
A Systemic Process for Strengthening ensure that every learner has access to rich ex-
periences with diverse opportunities to devel-
Teaching, Leading, and Learning op the knowledge and skills that show mastery
(PSEL Standards 4, 7, and 10) of their learning. In these schools and districts,
Jan. 27, 2020; 9 am - 3 pm at FEA a laser-like focus is placed on empowering
Presenters: Emil Carafa, Coordinator of each student to be successful.
Professional Learning, FEA; Vicki Duff, Participants in NJLA 6 will engage in activities
Coordinator of Professional Learning, FEA; and dialogue with a community of learners
Dr. Donna McInerney, CEO of FEA to consider strategies and actions to build
Fee: $149 a system in which equity for all students is
viewed through the lens of:
Improving student learning and strengthening
teacher practice require a systemic and sustain- • A system for standards-based curriculum
able process, driven by the collaborative work design and implementation in which
of PLCs and shared leadership. The Connected educators collectively develop and
Action Roadmap (CAR) provides a coherent implement curricular and cross-curricular
approach to curriculum, instruction, assessment, units of study that provide access to rich
and school climate that builds a common lan- diverse learning opportunities;
guage and understanding and shifts the focus • An environment that supports and
of educators from compliance and programs to strengthens a belief system that focuses
process and effective practices. Supported by on the integration of social and emotional
the NJ Department of Education and the lead- learning into all facets of school life; and
ing educational organizations across the state, • The development of formative assessments
the CAR framework was recently used by teams that drive the instructional cycle, improve
of educators throughout New Jersey working student outcomes, and increase each child’s
with the NJDOE to develop K-12 ELA and Math potential for taking ownership in mastering
instructional units with common student learning their learning goals.
objectives derived from the NJ Student Learning Participants will come together over the following
Standards. These resources, when combined with three days:
the CAR conversations, offer a powerful toolkit
for PLCs to develop a shared understanding of Session 1: Rethinking Curriculum: The Journey
the standards, strengthen teacher practice, and Toward a More Equitable Curriculum (PSEL 3, 4
improve student learning outcomes. and Teacher Leader Domain IV)
Jan. 27, 2020; 9 am - 1 pm (includes lunch)
Bullying Law Update and the Session 2: Social and Emotional Learning:
Embedding SEL in the Daily Fabric of School Life
Role of the ABS (PSEL 3 and 5 and Teacher Leader Domain VI)
Jan. 27, 2020; 9 am - 3 pm at FEA Mar. 3, 2020; 9 am - 1 pm (includes lunch)
Presenter: David Nash, Esq., LEGAL ONE Session 3: Formative Assessment: The Real
Director Driver of Instruction (PSEL 3, 4, and 10 and
Fee: $150 Teacher Leader Domain V)
This session will include a review of the latest HIB Apr. 2, 2020; 9 am - 1 pm (includes lunch)
case law, as well as a review of recently approved
regulatory changes and guidance from the How to Investigate HIB Claims
USDOE and NJDOE. Participants will also learn
about the critical role of the ABS in addressing Jan. 28, 2020; 9 am - 3 pm at FEA
school climate, and receive a model template and Presenters: Sandra L. Jacques, Esq., LEGAL
samples for developing meaningful action plans ONE Supervisor of Legal Research and
for school safety/climate teams. Content Development; Adam Drew, CEO,
Three Corners Law Enforcement
Fee: $150
This workshop will provide participants with
practical information and skills for implementing
the HIB investigation requirements in the Anti-

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