The Fight for the Future of Lordstown — Town Hall Jan. 24th
General Motors wants to shut down GM Lordstown. What happens to our schools if our town’s tax base shrinks and its population dwindles? Educators are fighting back. Join the Fight for the future of Lordstown Town Hall Thursday, Jan. 24th at 6 p.m.
Blog | The School Report Card Sham
By Kevin Griffin of the @DublinEA, and the Central OEA Vice President | The state report cards have been around for several years. HB 70.... The real victims are our students.
Convening to Stop Over-Testing — Jan. 26th
Governor Mike DeWine has said he wants to fight for what’s best for Ohio’s children and is on the record in support of reducing state testing requirements. With a new governor and legislature now preparing for budget and education policy changes, now is the time to make our voices heard. All concerned OEA members are welcome. If you plan to attend, please RSVP.
Fighting for Quality Public Education for All!
From Oakland to Los Angeles, educators are dedicated to providing the quality public education every child deserves, regardless of their zip code. Educators will not stop until their students have the resources they need to succeed,
Nominate an Outstanding Teacher for ODE’s Newest Professional Recognition
In collaboration with the Ohio Department of Education (ODE), Ohio’s TORCH recognition honors five extraordinary teachers annually by celebrating their efforts to model strong character and a heart for their students, colleagues and community.
NEOEA Leadership Summit — Jan. 29th
Often, when serving in leadership roles, sometimes you’re the windshield, sometimes you’re the bug. Join the region’s local leaders for the annual NEOEA Leadership Summit at the Mentor Schools' Paradigm Center, 6465 Center Street, Mentor, OH. Admission is free but registration is required as seating is limited.
OEA on the Issues | OEA Legislative Scorecard | Find My Ohio Legislators
Protect Your Students. Protect Your Contract. Protect Your Profession.
Stop Forcing Taxpayers to Subsidize Failing Charter Schools
According to The Columbus Dispatch, 87% of the students attending charter schools in Ohio are in a charter school that is graded D or F by the state. Despite that sorry record, they continue to drain needed resources from local public schools. Join educators, administrators and parents across Ohio in urging state lawmakers to change the way in which charter schools are funded so that local taxpayers no longer have to foot any part of the bill.
Invest In Our Public Schools
Opportunity is the cornerstone of public education. As educators, we believe that every student deserves the opportunity to learn and grow through a great public school. Educating all of Ohio students is the best investment we can make in our future — and nothing is more important. That’s why we’re committed to investing in educational opportunities for every Ohio student.
Legislative Watch
OEA LEGISLATIVE WATCH — Extending Alt. Graduation Pathways | Restoration of OPERS Credit for DD Employees | Proposed HJR 19 Constitutional amendment making it more difficult to pass amendments met with sharp criticism as an attack on direct democracy.
2018-2019 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.
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.
Mark the Date! Download the 2018-2019 Master Calendar
2018-2019 Master Calendar (Revised: January 10, 2019)
Central Committees
The Fight for the Future of Lordstown — Town Hall Jan. 24th
OEA Committees
All Committee Weekend
Convening to Stop Over-Testing — Jan. 26th
NEOEA Leadership Summit — Jan. 29th
Area 4 Meeting
Area 5 Meeting
Area 2 Meeting
Area 1 Meeting
Additional Events
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
Advocacy & Organizing Inst. — Feb. 7-9th
Advocacy & Organizing Inst. — Feb. 7-9th
The 2019 OEA Advocacy and Organizing Institute features 30 different learning opportunities, many of them for the first time, on a broad range of topics including: Traditional Bargaining, as well as, Outside the Box: Ideas and Strategies for a 21st Century Union Movement.
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!
OEA Awards & Scholarships
OEA Awards & Scholarships
Awards & Scholarships | OEA is pleased to celebrate, honor, and reward the outstanding work of our members and local affiliates who have made special contributions to the improvement of public education.
Ohio Schools — December 2018
Ohio Schools — December 2018
In addition to receiving print editions of OEA’s OhioSchools Magazine at home, you can access them online. Moved recently? Contact the OEA Member Hotline (1-844-OEA-Info) to update your address.
2019 School Breakfast Challenge
2019 School Breakfast Challenge
Schools that demonstrate a collaborative best practice to create, enhance or expand school breakfast are encouraged to apply for the Champions of Breakfast Award. Applications will become available January 2019 at OhioSchoolBreakfastChallenge.com.
