NJSBA’s Virtual Workshop 2020, taking place from Oct. 20 through Oct. 22, will feature three days of sessions running concurrently over multiple tracks, compelling keynote presentations, special events, and a live exhibit hall. More information will be available in the coming weeks. Share your insights and experiences with more than 8,000 education professionals across the state from the comfort of your home.
“The Virtual Workshop will present an opportunity for board members and educational leaders to experience first-rate online professional development,” said Dr. Lawrence S. Feinsod, NJSBA executive director. “It underscores the importance of using technology in education today and mirrors what our school districts have been doing with their students during the school closures. I urge New Jersey’s educational leaders to submit program proposals to share their expertise, and to make plans now to participate in what will be a unique learning experience.”
Given the extreme impact, COVID-19 has had on education in New Jersey, several categories have been added to address successes and obstacles in relation to the current health crisis. Be a storyteller and share lessons learned, challenges overcome, and the successful best practices districts have adopted.
This year’s change to an online venue will require innovation and a shift in style and method of presentation. All sessions will be held on our online conference platform, which will allow presenters to upload materials, chat with session attendees, and host an unlimited number of people in each session. All sessions will be recorded and accessible to conference registrants via the conference platform after the show.
To ensure that the style and format work for a virtual audience, it is vital to “see” presenters in action as part of the evaluation for acceptance. Please provide a two- to five- minute video presenting a summary of program content. This video can be uploaded to Vimeo, YouTube, or any online video hosting site, with the URL, shared on the completed Program Proposal Form.
Please note the following guidelines when shaping your proposal:
- Each session requires an individual proposal submission.
- All presenters must be listed. The number of presenters listed cannot exceed three.
- The presenter title format on the agenda will be Full Name, Title, Organization.
- Include a two- to five-minute video of your presentation.
All program submissions will receive equal consideration. The deadline for receiving completed forms has been extended to Monday, Aug. 17, 2020, by 5 P.M. Those submitting proposals will be notified of the Association’s decision via email by late August.
The NJSBA will assist approved program presenters over the upcoming months to ensure programs are prepared for the “virtual world,” and the Association will help you get comfortable with the virtual conference platform. Submit a Virtual Program Proposal Today.