Heart of the Matter Summit
February 24, 2026
9am-3pm
NJPSA Conference Center
12 Centre Drive, Monroe Township (Middlesex County), New Jersey 08831
Call for Proposals
This summit will bring together educators and leaders from across New Jersey to explore practices that nurture belonging, equity, and emotional safety in our schools. We are seeking engaging, meaningful sessions that inspire reflection, spark collaboration, and provide practical strategies that support environments where every student and adult feels seen, valued, and supported.
We welcome proposals that highlight:
Whole Child & Whole Educator approaches
Social-emotional learning & mental health supports
Culturally responsive and trauma-informed practices
Leadership that cultivates inclusion & belonging
Restorative and relationship-centered school cultures
Innovations in student and staff well-being
Submission Deadline
November 30, 2025