All in for Ohio Kids responds to Gov. DeWine’s proposed budget
Public Education Supporters Respond to Governor DeWine’s Proposed Biennial Budget
Student Debt Relief
On January 10, 2023 the Department of Education released a proposed regulation that delivers on the plan President Biden announced in August to provide millions of borrowers with more affordable monthly student loan payments
Annual Student Art Contest
Ohio Schools Magazine is looking for some creative cover ideas... and students' thoughts on what makes their school great! Deadline to submit, March 1, 2023.
Legislative Watch – December 16, 2022
HJR 6 Does Not Advance in Lame Duck; Anti-Honesty in Education Censorship Bills Fail to Pass in 134th Ohio General Assembly ; Efforts to Gut State Board of Education Fails on House Floor; Ohio General Assembly Approves Spending Bill; HB 554 - Expired Educator Licenses Can Be Immediately Renewed for At Least Two Years ; Legislature Passes Bill that Limits Voting Rights; Bill to Repeal Retention Under TGRG Not Enacted; HB 509 – School Psychologist Licenses Moved from ODE to State Board of Psychology
OEA reflects on final days of Lame Duck
Ohio Education Association reflects on the final days of Lame Duck, looks forward to working with lawmakers to support public education and educators in new session
Legislative Watch – December 9, 2022
OEA Testifies Against HJR 6; Senate Passes Bill Shifting Education to Governor; Ohio Senate Committee Replaces Trans Sports Gender Exam with Birth Certificate Requirement
Legislative Watch – December 2, 2022
OEA Opposes Proposal to Require Supermajority for Citizen-Led Initiatives; OEA Cautions Against Rush to Restructure Education Governance in Lame Duck Session
December 2022 OEA Retirement Systems Update
Report to the OEA Board of Directors — the State Teachers Retirement System, the School Employees Retirement System, & the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System.
Take Action to Protect the Will of the People
Democracy in Ohio is facing a new attack with the constitutional amendment proposed by Secretary of State Frank LaRose and State Representative Brian Stewart (R-Ashville). House Joint Resolution 6 (HJR 6) would make it much harder to pass citizen-initiated constitutional amendments in our state by requiring a supermajority of 60% of the vote.
Cleveland Cavaliers Educator Appreciation Games
Join the Cavaliers for an Educator Appreciation Night on Feb 11, 2023 against the Bulls with exclusive fan experiences and offers. Special group discounted tickets to several other games are available throughout the season.
Celebrate Ohio’s exceptional educators. Nominate an educator in your community today!
Ohio’s educators make a difference in their students’ lives every day. From classroom teachers to paraeducators, professors, bus drivers, school secretaries, custodians, and more, Ohio’s public school employees have dedicated their lives to serving our kids and making our schools great. Help recognize an Education Champion by nominating a special educator!
Public Sector Employment and Political Activism: Using Your Voice While Protecting Your Job
The First Amendment protects all citizens of the United States by limiting the government’s ability to abridge freedom of speech. However, when the government is also a person’s employer things can become a bit more complicated.
OEA Congratulates 2022 National Teacher of the Year Kurt Russell
Oberlin High School teacher Kurt Russell has been named the 2022 National Teacher of the Year by the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO). Russell had been in the running for this prestigious honor after being selected as the 2022 Ohio Teacher of the Year.
OEA denounces House Bill 616
Ohio Education Association denounces House Bill 616, vows to continue fight to ensure students have freedom to learn and thrive
OEA condemns latest version of House Bill 327
Ohio Education Association condemns latest version of House Bill 327, vows to continue fight to give Ohio’s children an honest education
Putting Education First – Messaging Guidance for Local Leaders
This content is for OEA members only.
OEA on the Issues | OEA Legislative Scorecard | Find My Ohio Legislators
Protect Your Students. Protect Your Contract. Protect Your Profession.
Protect Honesty in Education – Oppose HB 322 and HB 327
GUIDE FOR SUBMITTING COMMITTEE TESTIMONY OPPOSING HB 322 AND HB 327
Urge Ohio Redistricting Commission to Adopt Fair Maps
Last week, the Ohio Supreme Court rejected highly partisan maps for the state legislature and sent the Ohio Redistricting Commission back to the drawing board. The Court gave the Redistricting Commission just 10 days to agree on new maps that adhere to the Constitution. Please make your voice heard and insist upon fair legislative maps, time is of the essence!
Local Report Card Changes – Your Educator Voice is Needed
House Bill 82 provided many reforms to the Local Report Card. This bill also required the Ohio State Board of Education to update certain rules by March 31. The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) is now accepting public comments about the proposed changes to these rules. OEA encourages members to access the ODE website and provide educator feedback about the proposed changes to the Local Report Card rules. The deadline to submit comments is February 9.
Unite to oppose House Bill 327
Let’s unite to oppose House Bill 327 – legislation that would force educators to whitewash our history and distract from the real issues facing Ohio’s schools!
OEA 175th Anniversary Video
Since 1847, the Ohio Education Association has been proud to lead the way for great public schools for every child. As OEA marks its 175th anniversary, members and leaders have been sharing their memories from the last several decades of …
Public Sector Employment and Political Activism: Using Your Voice While Protecting Your Job
The First Amendment protects all citizens of the United States by limiting the government’s ability to abridge freedom of speech. However, when the government is also a person’s employer things can become a bit more complicated.
Help end student retention under the Third Grade Reading Guarantee
House Bill 497 - Help end student retention under the Third Grade Reading Guarantee
Take Action to Protect the Will of the People
Democracy in Ohio is facing a new attack with the constitutional amendment proposed by Secretary of State Frank LaRose and State Representative Brian Stewart (R-Ashville). House Joint Resolution 6 (HJR 6) would make it much harder to pass citizen-initiated constitutional amendments in our state by requiring a supermajority of 60% of the vote.
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.
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.
Wellness Issues and Resources
There is currently an increased need to provide OEA members with information and resource offerings in relation to stress/wellness. This is a roundup of resources to support student and staff mental health.
EdPro Connect
Ohio Education Association’s Education Professional Connection (EdPro Connect) provides background and resources on the most current topics in public education. Each EdPro Connect entry features insights from OEA professionals as well as links to additional resources
Month-at-Glance — Featured Events
OEA Master Calendar
- Online Master Calendar — (How to submit and use the calendar portal.)
Additional Events
February – March 2023 Ohio Schools
February – March 2023 Ohio Schools
COVER STORY: Finding a voice – Union involvement empowers Ohio’s Education Support Professionals. FEATURE: Family Ties part II – As the number of students pursuing education declines, and districts throughout the state find it increasingly difficult to fill positions, a …
Cleveland Cavaliers Educator Appreciation Games
Cleveland Cavaliers Educator Appreciation Games
Join the Cavaliers for an Educator Appreciation Night on Feb 11, 2023 against the Bulls with exclusive fan experiences and offers. Special group discounted tickets to several other games are available throughout the season.
Ohio Educational Foundation
Ohio Educational Foundation
“To support causes related to advancing and supporting education professionals and public-school students in Ohio.” — Mission Statement, Ohio Educational Foundation
Celebrate Ohio’s exceptional educators. Nominate an educator in your community today!
Celebrate Ohio’s exceptional educators. Nominate an educator in your community today!
Ohio’s educators make a difference in their students’ lives every day. From classroom teachers to paraeducators, professors, bus drivers, school secretaries, custodians, and more, Ohio’s public school employees have dedicated their lives to serving our kids and making our schools great. Help recognize an Education Champion by nominating a special educator!
