NJSACC Celebrates Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Pride Month. You Can Too. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Pride Month celebrates the contributions Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Americans have made to American history, society, and culture. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Pride Month Resources 15 Books on LGBTQ History for Kids…
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2025 NJ Summer EBT Program This Outreach Toolkit, created in partnership between Hunger Free New Jersey and the NJ Office of the Food Security Advocate, includes informational content designed to raise awareness of the Summer EBT program and ensure that more children have access to nutritious meals during the summer months. Find Out More Here
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Brick by Brick: A Leader’s Guide to Building SEL in Schools Dear SEL4NJ Colleague: The New Jersey Department of Education (NJDOE), in collaboration with the Social Emotional and Character Development Lab at Rutgers University looks forward to the release of an upcoming online course, Brick by Brick: A Leader’s Guide to Building SEL in Schools. This asynchronous course includes…
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NJSACC Highlights Professional Deidre Johnson For Shining in The Field! Deidre JohnsonDirector of Youth Services21st CCLC, FFC, Ironbound After School, CBVI,Summer Arts and Recreation & Summer Plus Program writes: “When working in afterschool, it has always been my goal to provide my students with a new experience; introducing creative programming and elevating the standards of…
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🌩️ NJSACC Represents New Jersey With FORCE at NAA25 (a photo essay) NJSACC has proudly been the state’s national affiliate to the National AfterSchool Association (NAA), The National AfterSchool Association’s 2025 Convention (NAA25) brought together afterschool professionals from across the country to explore new ideas, build connections, and inspire innovation in the field. With the theme…
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Governor Murphy’s Final Black History Month celebration at Drumthwacket On February 10, Governor Phil and First Lady Tammy Murphy hosted their final Black History Month Program at Drumthwacket, and NJSACC was truly honored to be invited. This administration has made significant strides in addressing issues that disproportionately affect multiple communities, both independently and collectively. Thank you…
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NJSACC Celebrates Greek-American Heritage Month. You can too. NJSACC celebrates the culture, accomplishments and experiences of Greek people during Greek-American Heritage Month in March. SOME GREEK-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH RESOURCES: Ancient Greek Toys: All You Need To Know Kids Cooking Activities: Study Greek Cooking Lesson Plan: It Came From Greek Mythology (6th-12th grades) Teacher Planet’s Mythology: Lessons,…
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Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Centers-Cohort 17, 18, 19, 20-Continuation Purpose: It is the intent of the 21st CCLC Program to provide opportunities for communities to establish or expand activities in community learning centers that: increase academic enrichment, including providing tutorial services to help students, particularly students who attend low-performing schools, to meet…
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🚀 The Flight Crew aims to uplift young voices in STEM from across the nation The STEM Next Opportunity Fund has just launched the application process for its fourth Flight Crew cohort. The Flight Crew aims to uplift young voices in STEM from across the nation to inspire their peers and demonstrate that STEM is…
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The New Jersey Departments of Education and Human Services Share Resources on Immigrant Students and Families 1. Office of New Americans: Community Support ResourcesNJDHS’ Office of New Americans has developed Know-Your-Rights materials for immigrants and refugees and organizations/businesses who serve them. Resources are available in English and Spanish. Other languages will be available soon. https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/njnewamericans/newcomers/rights/ 2. School-Related State and Federal Requirements Pertaining to Immigrant Students and…
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