--- title: PreCon2026 description: Join the NJ LMC PreCon 2026 in Atlantic City to strengthen partnerships, enhance skills, and collaborate with diverse educational teams for a successful year ahead. image: https://lmcpartnerships.org/hubfs/PRecon%202024%20ballroom%20(2).jpg --- [Skip to content](https://lmcpartnerships.org/precon2026#main-content) [![NJLMC-Logo_Horiz](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hubfs/Artwork/NJLMC-Logo_Horiz.png "NJLMC-Logo_Horiz")](https://lmcpartnerships.org?hsLang=en) - [About](https://lmcpartnerships.org/about) - [Events](https://lmcpartnerships.org/lmc-events) - [PreCon 2026](https://lmcpartnerships.org/precon2026) - [Well-Being Study Enrollment](https://lmcpartnerships.org/et-study) - [Stories](https://lmcpartnerships.org/blog) - [Resources](https://22126916.hs-sites.com/blog/tag/toolkit) # PreCon 2026 November 3-5, Atlantic City ## About The New Jersey Labor Management Collaborative cordially invites district teams to join us for the NJ LMC PreCon 2026. Join colleagues from across the region as we continue to build resilient communities of practice that serve to sustain our collaborative partnerships. Previous PreCons have helped attendee teams grow closer together, develop new skills, and create action plans for the year ahead and this year promises to be no different! Districts are invited to bring diverse teams of 2-15 people and must include **one representative from your union and one representative from management at a minimum.** Districts are strongly encouraged to bring representatives from each of the following educational partner groups: - Local union president or designee; - Superintendent or designee; - School principal or other school-based administrator. - School Board members. The NJ Labor Management Collaborative will provide rooms and registration free of charge to NJ district teams. Participants will have the option to reserve a room for Thursday at an additional cost through the [convention website](https://njeaconvention.njea.org/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--4poWOUsp1uV4V3a7_MBryKHNdgC0oxgKwCkZPDklkJVL-xQWuXt1-BWVMSlEyDdwnPNcc). Transportation between the hotel and convention center also provided.   ## Registration ### New Jersey Teams #### Free (Hotel Included) - **Designate a member of your team to complete the registration form.** - Using a computer (not a smartphone), please download the form and complete it. - Return the completed form to Janet Bush - Janet@LMCPartnerships.org - Each team must have, at a minimum, one representative from labor and one representative from management. - Return complete forms by October 23rd. [Download Registration Form](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Dc-801R0YavuYZw-wtUfQgdV8_STeiMyTQA_vKnSOD0/copy?usp=sharing&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--4poWOUsp1uV4V3a7_MBryKHNdgC0oxgKwCkZPDklkJVL-xQWuXt1-BWVMSlEyDdwnPNcc) ### Teams from Out of State #### Free - Follow the Link below to register. - Hotel accommodations are available upon registration. - Out of State attendees are encouraged to attend as Labor-Management teams.       [Register Here](https://cvent.me/ValBo8) ## Past PreCons - ![IMG_0552](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_0552.jpg?width=4032&height=3024&name=IMG_0552.jpg) Hover message - ![labor-management-collaborative_53344662106_o](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Events/labor-management-collaborative_53344662106_o.jpg?width=5428&height=3512&name=labor-management-collaborative_53344662106_o.jpg) Hover message - ![IMG_0598](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/IMG_0598.jpg?width=4032&height=3024&name=IMG_0598.jpg) Hover message - ![PXL_20231108_211346385.MP](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Events/PXL_20231108_211346385.MP.jpg?width=610&height=459&name=PXL_20231108_211346385.MP.jpg) Hover message - ![labor-management-collaborative_53345116445_o (1)](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Events/labor-management-collaborative_53345116445_o%20(1).jpg?width=5257&height=2815&name=labor-management-collaborative_53345116445_o%20(1).jpg) Hover message - ![PXL_20231108_211353734.MP](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Events/PXL_20231108_211353734.MP.jpg?width=610&height=459&name=PXL_20231108_211353734.MP.jpg) Hover message - ![DSC09958 (1)](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Events/DSC09958%20(1).jpg?width=1153&height=667&name=DSC09958%20(1).jpg) Hover message ## Partners ![CA LMI Long](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Artwork/CALMI/CA%20LMI%20Long.png?width=352&height=182&name=CA%20LMI%20Long.png) ![ET_Logo-Color](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/School%20logos/ET_Logo-Color.png?width=4167&height=983&name=ET_Logo-Color.png) ![NEA logo](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/School%20logos/NEA%20logo.png?width=900&height=675&name=NEA%20logo.png) ![CEC Logo - Edited - Edited](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/School%20logos/CEC%20Logo%20-%20Edited%20-%20Edited.png?width=352&height=129&name=CEC%20Logo%20-%20Edited%20-%20Edited.png) ## Agenda Tuesday, November 3rd - Check-in: 4PM at the Golden Nugget - Welcome Reception: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the [Golden Nugget Hotel in Atlantic City](https://maps.app.goo.gl/4GEx7jQeB9vSAkXo7?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--4poWOUsp1uV4V3a7_MBryKHNdgC0oxgKwCkZPDklkJVL-xQWuXt1-BWVMSlEyDdwnPNcc). - Hors D'Oeuvres and refreshments served Wednesday, November 4th - Program: 8 AM until 5 PM The Golden Nugget Hotel Conference Center - Breakfast, Lunch, and Refreshments Served. - Teams are encouraged to organize team dinners. Thursday, November 5th - Breakfast Voucher for Golden Nugget - Program: 7:30 AM to 9:15 AM at the Atlantic City Convention Center All Pre-Convention attendees are invited to attend the NJEA Annual Convention as our honored guests on November 5th and 6th, starting with the opening keynote by America Ferrera. Learn more about convention [here.](https://njeaconvention.njea.org/?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--4poWOUsp1uV4V3a7_MBryKHNdgC0oxgKwCkZPDklkJVL-xQWuXt1-BWVMSlEyDdwnPNcc) ![GN pic](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Used%20Misc/GN%20pic.jpeg?width=1380&height=1380&name=GN%20pic.jpeg "GN pic") ## Location ###### Golden Nugget Atlantic City Hotel, Casino, and Marina 600 Huron Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401 [Map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/4GEx7jQeB9vSAkXo7?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--4poWOUsp1uV4V3a7_MBryKHNdgC0oxgKwCkZPDklkJVL-xQWuXt1-BWVMSlEyDdwnPNcc)   ![NJLMC-Icon](https://lmcpartnerships.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Artwork/NJLMC-Icon.png?width=150&name=NJLMC-Icon.png "NJLMC-Icon") ## Our Support The New Jersey Labor Management Collaborative, an initiative dedicated to fostering productive relationships between labor and management in New Jersey’s educational system, thrives through the robust support of the National Education Association (NEA). This partnership exemplifies NEA’s commitment to enhancing educational environments not only in New Jersey but across the nation.  The NEA, as part of the National Labor Management Partnership (NLMP), a coalition of the national organizations of the nation’s educators, is cultivating a dynamic ecosystem of support that empowers districts to implement collaborative strategies effectively. Through providing crucial resources, expertise and ongoing consultation, the NLMP nurtures a sense of collective efficacy between labor and management, driving improvements in teaching conditions and student outcomes.  This collaborative approach has shown tangible benefits, leading to more cohesive school communities and a better educational experience for all stakeholders. By backing initiatives like the New Jersey Labor Management Collaborative, NEA demonstrates its dedication to fostering a culture of cooperation and mutual respect within the education sector, paving the way for sustained success and innovation.  For more information about NEA’s role in labor management collaboration, visit *[nea.org/collaboration](http://nea.org/collaboration?utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--a-CPUORCZmYNlfJr6IpE0I6PEKpkZhY8CGgoIise9UFZFz9whESs4JsWV1Zx7htCChMvz).  *   The New Jersey Labor Management Collaborative 172 W. State St. Trenton, NJ 08608   Copyright © 2025