VBlog | The Value of Membership
OEA Pres. Scott DiMauro: "Many thanks to each of you for your efforts in ensuring we have a successful start to the 2019-20 school year...at this exciting time of new beginnings, I wish you the very best for a great year. Thank you for all you do for our fellow educators and the students we serve!"
ONE Back-at-School Bash, Zanesville — Sept. 10th
Early-Career Educators (0-10 years experience) in the Zanesville area are invited to join @OHNewEducators / Ohio's New Educators for a night of celebration and fun for a Back-at-School Bash at @Da_Barn, Tues., Sept. 10th from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
ICYMI: OEA Pres. DiMauro Discusses School Safety on Spectrum News
OEA President Scott DiMauro appeared on the Spectrum Cable Network’s program InFocus with Mike Kallmeyer August18, 2019, speaking to the issue of school safety, the risks of an active shooter as well as the types of training currently in place and what’s needed for staff and students.
OEA Legal Services — Protecting Your Rights
The high cost of hiring an attorney to protect employment rights should not be a deterrent to an OEA member. Each year, the OEA-NEA Legal Services Program provides paid legal representation to members who are forced to take legal action in a matter relating to their job.
NEA ESP Leadership Institute Applications Available
The NEA is excited to announce the launch of its ESP Leadership Institute to train Educational Support Professionals members to become even more effective leaders in their associations. The deadline to apply is midnight, Sept. 13, 2019.
OEA on the Issues | OEA Legislative Scorecard | Find My Ohio Legislators
Protect Your Students. Protect Your Contract. Protect Your Profession.
Urge your Sen. to Oppose Voucher Provisions in the Sub. Budget Bill (HB 166)
The Senate’s substitute bill includes several provisions related to the EdChoice voucher program that serve to expand the eligibility, availability, and cost of vouchers. OEA opposes these changes. OEA believes these funds would be better applied to the approximately 90% of students who attend Ohio’s local public schools.
Urge the Conference Committee to Keep HB 154 Language in the State Budget Bill
This is our last chance to advocate for the inclusion of the House-passed HB 154 ADC language in the state budget bill. TAKE ACTION by adapting the sample letter provided.
Urge Your Legislators to Get Graduation Right
The Senate-passed budget bill (House Bill 166) includes new long-term graduation requirements based on a plan put forward by Ohio Excels. OEA opposes this plan as currently written as it has an overly rigid reliance on high-stakes testing. Take Action with this sample to tell your legislators to get graduation right for Ohio’s students.
OEA/NEA MEMBER-ONLY BENEFITS
Your OEA membership is there to support you in the important, life-changing work that you’re doing. Visit OEA ACCESS to unlock even more dining, travel, auto, retail, and recreational discounts.
2019-2020 OEA Member Resource Guide
Thank you for your membership, your voice, and your commitment to education. As an OEA member you have access to an array of benefits and services at the local, state and national levels.
2019-2020 Treasurer’s Workshop Dates
The workshops are designed for new Local Treasurers as well as experienced treasurers who want a refresher. Other local officers are also welcome attend. OEA Treasurer Mark Hill will facilitate the workshops
Interested in Educators Extended Liability Coverage?
The intent of OEA/NEA Educators Employment Liability (ELL) program is to protect members — whether classroom teachers or support professionals — from personal financial liability for most incidents arising out of their educational employment activities or duties. Complete and return this form by Sept. 20th.
Month-at-Glance — Featured Events
OEA Master Calendar
- 2018-2019 Master Calendar (Revised: Feb. 28, 2019)
- 2019-2020 Online Master Calendar — (How to submit and use the calendar portal.)
2019-2020 Online Master Calendar
Bargaining Boot Camp — Sept 6-7th —Independence
OEA Day w/Cincinnati Reds — Sept. 8th
ONE Back-at-School Bash, Zanesville — Sept. 10th
SEOEA Fall Workshop Series — Oct. 5th
NEOEA Pres. +2 Negotiations Conf — Oct. 11th
Bargaining Boot Camp — Dayton — Oct. 18-19th
National School Bus Safety Week — Oct. 21-25
Bargaining Boot Camp — Salt Fork
Additional Events
NEOEA Pres. +2 Negotiations Conf — Oct. 11th
NEOEA Pres. +2 Negotiations Conf — Oct. 11th
NEOEA will present its annual Presidents Plus Two Negotiations Conference at Barberton High School, Barberton, OH. Participating locals are encouraged to send entire bargaining teams and negotiating committees.
OEA Boot Camps — Sept-Nov. 2019
OEA Boot Camps — Sept-Nov. 2019
The OEA Bargaining Boot Camps will provide local-specific financial analysis, health insurance, and contract language assessments.
OEA #RedForEd T-Shirts!
OEA #RedForEd T-Shirts!
Order a custom OEA #RedForED t-shirt today. Only $15.00 | We’re calling on all Ohio educators and support professionals to wear red every Wednesday!
SEOEA Fall Workshop Series — Oct. 5th
SEOEA Fall Workshop Series — Oct. 5th
The Southeast Ohio Education Association (SEOEA) will host its annual Fall Workshop series October 5 at LaRosa’s Pizza, 966 East Main Street, Jackson, OH. Workshop Topics Include: • The “New” OTES — by OEA Education Consultant Ellen Adoranetto …
OEA Day w/Cincinnati Reds — Sept. 8th
OEA Day w/Cincinnati Reds — Sept. 8th
The Cincinnati Reds are proud to invite OEA members, as well as their family and friends, to the Great American Ball Park for Educator Appreciation Day, Sunday, September 8, 2019 at 1:10 p.m., as they take on the Arizona Diamondbacks.
