Still no date set for negotiations between Unit 5, teachers' union Jun 27, 2009
Unit Five Education Association members turned down a proposed three-year agreement June 8. Both sides agreed not to reveal details on that vote or contract proposals until an agreement is reached. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Incoming teachers get step increases Some Stafford County teachers are upset because this year's pay freeze doesn't apply to new hires. Jun 27, 2009
"I believe there should be equity, whatever it is," said Stafford Education Association President Jannette Martin ... Martin said education association members throughout the region told her they're not aware of similar pay inequities between returning teachers and new hires. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
More of this story Jun 27, 2009
After passing the legislature, the bill, which was opposed by the Oklahoma Education Association, was vetoed by the governor. Ford said he wants to continue finding ways to empower local schools. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
Uncertainty is Arizona teachers' new reality Jun 26, 2009
More than 7,000 teachers received formal warnings in the spring that they would be laid off, according to the Arizona Education Association ... "In hundreds of districts, they are the largest employers," said John Wright, president of the Arizona Education Association, which represents about 50,000 teachers. (AZCentral -- News)
* Taiwan News Quick Take Jun 25, 2009
The study, conducted by the non-profit Champions Education Association on 9,520 students at junior high schools across the country between August last year and March, showed that the majority of students knew it was wrong to cheat in exams or steal other peoples belongings. However, only 73 percent said they would take action if they caught classmates cheating during exams, while 25 percent said they would ignore the matter. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
* Gender equality in schools scrutinized Jun 25, 2009
I would give the government a B minus because, though gender equality has progressed a little in schools, its not enough, Taiwan Gender Equality Education Association secretary-general Lai Yu-mei () said at a news conference in Taipei yesterday. The law was enacted on June 23, 2004. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Class of 2009 enjoy party Jun 25, 2009
Many thanks to the following: American Legion, Bea Sigma Phi Preceptor Gamma XI, Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Big Town Hero, Bi-Mart, Bing s Kitchen, Bond s Indian Supply, Carl s Jr./Green Burrito, Casey Industrial, Century Fields, Lebanon Education Association, Lebanon Association of Classified Employees, City and Suburban Electric, Coca-Cola Co., Craig Morton DMD, Crockers Cars Inc., Cruise Planners, Dutch Bros. Figaro s Pizza, Finally Together Quilt Shop, Huston-Jost Funeral Home, Kona Koast... (Lebanon Express, OR)
Harsh words over audit letter Jun 25, 2009
Arlington Education Association Vice President Michael Carter said the altered letter was absolutely an attempt to deceive, and said he would bring it up in negotiations with school officials. I was embarrassed to be at Town Meeting, said Curran. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Pluses, minuses seen in Unified proposal Jun 25, 2009
"Unlike Rudy, Dennis Wiser, president of Racine Education Association, isn't as optimistic about Career Connections.Although Wiser saw the program in work at a public school district in Volusia County, Fla., he said he's not certain the program could work in Unified."I saw some positive, and I saw some things that weren't working in Florida. Unified is apparently going ahead, but we don't feel we had much input on the strengths and weaknesses," he said.One concern of Wiser's is the lack of... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
School board approves foreign language grants Jun 25, 2009
An agreement with Grant Wood Area Education Association was renewed that provides a Web-based educational system for special education students. The cost is $5. (Kalona News, IA)
Unions seek bigger role in charter schools Jun 23, 2009
7 million-member National Education Association next week at its annual meeting in San Diego. Weingarten said the charter school movement would expand more rapidly if supporters were more open to collective bargaining. (Sioux City Journal)
Family Fun Shoot a place to learn gun handling, safety Jun 23, 2009
The all-day event sponsored by the North Dakota Hunter Education Association is intended to help anyone 10 years of age and older either learn how to shoot or to hone skills they already have. It will take place at the shooting range near the city s inert land fill located five miles north then one mile west on Highway 20. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
• Minidoka district OKs contract cuts Jun 22, 2009
The reductions were the result of a mutual effort by the district and the Minidoka County Education Association to address the declining number of students enrolled in the district as well as state funding cuts forced by the recession, the release said. Teacher's union co-presidents Helen Wyant and Ernie Martinez said efforts were made to limit adverse impact to student-teacher contact hours and academic achievement. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
About People Jun 22, 2009
Marcia Thompson of the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, received the 2009 Wisconsin Art Educator of the Year Award from the National Art Education Association. Mabel Grant has received a Lifetime Service Award from English Lutheran Church, where she has been actively involved as a member since 1955. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Ann L. Rifleman Jun 21, 2009
She was a past president of the Mesa Education Association and had also served on many professional national, state and local committees and boards. She was highly regarded as an educator by her peers and administrators as she became known for her high professional ethics. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
School funding myth Jun 21, 2009
The National Education Association Rankings and Estimates Report for 2007-08 states that total federal, state and local revenue receipts for California's public K-12 schools was over $76 billion. That is $12,124 for each of our 6,276,486 students, which ranks California 15th in the U.S.. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Teaching Dads About -- Sh-h-h- -- Sex Jun 21, 2009
When the news of this hit, James Wagoner of the rather universal-sounding "Advocates for Youth" claimed, "The United States can no longer afford to fund failed abstinence-only programs." Not surprisingly, Valerie Huber of the less-ambiguous "National Abstinence Education Association" retorted, "This is certainly not the time to remove any strategy that is going to provide skills for teens to avoid sex.". As you'll see, I believe both sides confer far too much credit on themselves, but when... (Townhall.com)
FLORENCE SAWYER SCHOOL: Retiring science teacher to pursue 'serious hobbies' Jun 20, 2009
He was also active in the Bolton Teachers Association and the Nashoba Regional Education Association, which the Bolton Teachers Association morphed into when the school system became part of a district. Isomaki speaks fondly of his long career. (Bolton Common, MA)
Carter Road site not yet a done deal Jun 19, 2009
Last week, I received a letter from Republican gubernatorial candidate Chris Christie stating that he will not seek the endorsement of the New Jersey Education Association ... The writer is president of the New Jersey Education Association ... The National Education Association, and thus the New Jersey Education Association, naturally think this is a bad idea, since charter schools disturb the status quo. (NJ.com -- Times)
Zelma A. Williams Jun 19, 2009
She was a member of Illinois Retired Teachers Association and the National Education Association. She was a member of St. Mary's Catholic Church where she was a member of the Altar and Rosary Society. (Fort Madison Daily Democrat, IO)
Plans in motion for rural high speed Internet service Jun 19, 2009
There are 26 non-profit members including the National Education Association, Nat-ional Grange, Americans for Tax Re-form and SeniorNet. Recently, the IIA notified media of a report released by the Federal Communications Commission, Report on a Rural Broadband Survey. (Minnesota Farm Guide, MN)
Rainier School District, teachers' union make little progress in contract negotiations Jun 18, 2009
The union s lead negotiator Dot Russell of the Oregon Education Association said teachers have always received pay raises that at least keep up with inflation. In the 16 years I ve bargained, I ve never seen a negative proposal. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Pa. cyber school unionizes Jun 18, 2009
cyber school unionizes. (AP) Teachers at a western Pennsylvania-based cyber charter school have voted to unionize, becoming the first such school to do so in the United States, according to a labor leader. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Oshyn, Inc. Releases a New Whitepaper on The Business Case for Leveraging Open Text Web Solutions Within Higher Education Jun 18, 2009
Headquartered in Los Angeles, and with offices in Baltimore and Quito, Ecuador, Oshyn's growing client list includes Best Buy/Geek Squad (NYSE: BBY), Coca-Cola (NASDAQ: COKE), Electronic Arts (NASDAQ: ERTS), Epson, JDS Uniphase (NASDAQ: JDSU), Lexus, Miramax, National Education Association, Scripps (NYSE: SNI) and Volkswagen. Oshyn, Inc. is partnered with the some of the most respected agencies and technology providers such as Crispin Porter + Bogusky, Microsoft (NYSE: MSFT), Ogilvy r, Open Text... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
PETA questions hunting proposal: Jun 18, 2009
According to the International Hunter Education Association, in one year alone, there were 445 hunting accidents, about 25 percent of which involved children. The association believes these statistics will only get higher as the age at which children are allowed to handle guns is lowered. (Chetek Alert, WI)
Oregon Senate is set to harpoon ORCA educational program (June 17) Jun 17, 2009
The sponsorship text of this bill states that it was introduced at the request of Confederation of Oregon School Administrators, American Federation of Teachers-Oregon, Oregon School Employees Association, Oregon Education Association. SB 767 represents nothing more than a power grab by the teacher unions that undermines freedom of choice for Oregonians. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Rainier School District, teachers' union continue contract talks Jun 17, 2009
Negotiations between the Rainier School District and the Rainier Education Association will continue Tuesday in an attempt to bridge the mile-wide gap between what the two sides are proposing for a three-year contract. The union s initial proposal, made May 14, is asking for a 3. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Harwich High School Graduation Awards 2009 Jun 17, 2009
Harwich Education Association $1,000. Harold McKenna Memorial Scholarship $500. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
Washoe County names new school superintendent Jun 17, 2009
Board members say Morrison's current co-workers describe him as "brilliant... a visionary... beloved and kind." Ken Buhrman, president of the Washoe Education Association, said he was impressed by Morrison during his interview in Reno. "When he came here and interviewed, he was very dynamic, and he spoke as a leader would speak, and a person who is very well-acquainted with the issues of education," said Buhrman. (KRNV.com, NV)
District ratifies contract Jun 17, 2009
POCATELLO -- The District 25 school board ratified the negotiated agreement between the Pocatello Education Association and the Board of Trustees unanimously Tuesday evening. The agreement provides for a 1 percent salary decrease across the board, removal of two days from the school calendar and a freeze on early retirement for one year. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
NASHOBA: Budget cuts force layoffs Jun 16, 2009
Stephen Cullinane, president of the Nashoba Regional Education Association, was unavailable for comment at press time. Burke said that while he believes the layoffs will have a dramatic effect on education at the schools, there really isn t an alternative. (Bolton Common, MA)
Budget vote is Tuesday, June 16Voters to face $60.96 million budget;mill rate to decrease but tax obligations to increase Jun 16, 2009
While the Board of Education initially projected it may have to layoff teachers, successful negotiations with the Watertown Education Association [teacher's union] eliminated the need to lose teachers. Bargaining with the teacher's union only came with the guarantee from the Board of Education to not layoff any teachers; savings from concessions totaled $689,099. (Town Times, CT)
Salute to a great boyo - with no doubting Thomases Jun 16, 2009
Ken Pearson, an engineer, feeling an absence of culture in his life, attended Workers Education Association lectures and met Dr Christie, who introduced him to Thomas. Mr Pearson does have a Welsh connection: a forebear who lived on the border of Wales and England stole a sheep, for which he was transported to Van Diemens Land. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Mason City, Hampton bands to perform Jun 16, 2009
She has been president of the Osage Education Association and has served as chairperson of the Osage School Transformation Team ... Hoeppner is a member of Iowa State Education Association, National Education Association, International Double Reed Society, and the Wisconsin Young Band Directors Association. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Nashoba School Committee discusses budget troubles Jun 16, 2009
In a press release, Nashoba Regional Education Association President Stephen Cullinane said, The final revenue figures from the state are not yet known. Once they are, it is the School Committee that will ultimately decide how to balance the budget. (Bolton Common, MA)
Awards and plans of CHS graduates Jun 16, 2009
Jenna Miller: University of Puget Sound; UPS Music Scholarship, Peter and Barbara Hutton Scholarship, Greater Albany Education Association Scholarship, first-place state solo bass clarinetist, OSAA Activity Scholar, National Honor Society, John Philip Sousa Award, Richard Davis Kessler Memorial Award. Ryan Miller: Oregon State University. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
School district gets $4.3M in funds Jun 16, 2009
Nancy Iarossi, president of the Santa Maria Elementary Education Association, urged the board to use SFSF to hire back as many teachers as possible. The closest we can get to the students is through the teachers, Iarossi said. (Santa Maria Times)
1Kansas Teacher Claims Conservative Views Led to Loss of Job» Jun 16, 2009
Kansas National Education Association Director Bruce Lindskog could not be reached for comment. David Cunningham, director of human resources for the school district, declined to discuss Latham's allegations in detail. (Fox News)
Robert Morley Jun 16, 2009
He was president of Michigan Education Association and a member of the American Legion. He was on the board of the United Methodist Church in Lincoln Park and Chetek, holding several positions. (Chetek Alert, WI)
BOE votes to reduce staff to cut budget Jun 16, 2009
Many were also concerned about budgetary concessions from the teacher's union, the Fairfield Education Association, which had not yet been negotiated. John Mitola and other board members stated their desire to see teachers take a one-day furlough, a mandatory unpaid leave of absence, which would shave around $350,000 from the budget. (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
What does 'p' in music mean? Twenty percent of US students know. Jun 16, 2009
That could be indicative of "a larger awareness ... about the breadth of arts curriculum," says Barry Shauck, president of the National Art Education Association in Reston, Va. "As a result of the reflection they do ... their own work becomes that much richer.". (Christian Science Monitor)
LHS scholarships and awards Jun 16, 2009
Lebanon Education Association Scholarships, 750 each: Hannah Suing, and Casey Nelson. Lebanon Association of Classified Employees Scholarships, 500: Bridget Saether, and Joseph Hill. (Lebanon Express, OR)
Elmer J. Van Dyke Jun 6, 2009
Elmer was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, Paw Paw for 57 years, Michigan Education Association, Michigan Association of School Administrators, LakeView Hospital Board, Paw Paw Library Board, Kiwanis Club of Paw Paw, and the Saturday morning breakfast group. He was an avid Tiger fan, U of M supporter, enjoyed playing golf, talking on the phone, and keeping up with the activities and interest of his children and their children. (The Herald-Palladium)
Kudos to Middle School artists Jun 6, 2009
These designs by Celine Uhl, left, and Edward Schultz will soon be appearing on decals distributed by the Iowa State Education Association ... Ogden Middle School eighth graders Edward Schultz and Celine Uhl were winners in the Iowa State Education Association 2009 Design a Decal Competition. (Ogden Reporter, IA)
East Pennsboro teachers reiterate fact-finder rejection Jun 5, 2009
The East Pennsboro Education Association again rejected a fact-finder's report in the renegotiation of their contracts. The teachers' unanimous decision means they and district representatives will return to bargaining this summer. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
AEA 267 bargaining groups reach pacts Jun 5, 2009
Not yet reached is a pact with the AEA s largest bargaining group, the Education Association. The 579-member group includes teachers, media specialists, therapists, psychologists, social workers and others with titles such as consultant, coordinator or specialist. (Waterloo Courier, IO)
Teachers' union says no to more salary concessionsCounty school budget committee votes on budget Friday Jun 4, 2009
Negotiations between the school district and the Klamath County Education Association ended Tuesday with a letter from the union announcing plans to withdraw from discussions. Without concessions, school officials say up to 50 teachers would lose their jobs. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Hingham High awards and scholarships Jun 4, 2009
Hingham Education Association In Memory of Paul Kelly: Thomas Fiascone and Sarah Krumholz ... Plymouth County Education Association Scholarship: Bailey Millerd and Katherine Perdisatt. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Science camp a hit with kids Jun 4, 2009
Sponsors of the Science Summer Camp Spectacular include the Wickenburg PTA, Tri-Point, Bear Cat, Sharon Lohranz, Rancho de los Caballeros, Carolyn and Walt McDonald, The Wickenburg Education Association, Wickenburg Desert Stagers, Hose Power USA, and individual Rotary Club members. In addition, supplies were donated by Squash Blossom Nursery, Bashas , Safeway, Sundance Pizza, Wickenburg Welding and Mike Forbrook. (Wickenburg Sun, AZ)
Union: Compensation, insurance key issues in rejected Unit 5 deal Jun 4, 2009
NORMAL -- Compensation and insurance are among reasons that a tentative agreement was turned down by the Unit 5 Education Association, union officials say. . (The Pantagraph newspaper)
CMS-West hosts art competition Jun 4, 2009
VASE is sponsored by the Texas Art Education Association, said Bev Beesley, CMS-West art teacher. Coppell has always hosted the regional event, Beesley said. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
School Board Votes to Outsource Bus Services Jun 3, 2009
Jim Ward, with the Missouri National Education Association (MNEA) which represents the employees, voiced concerns that the national trend was to not outsource school transportation and that the employees live in the community. "We would ask that you look at (other) cost-saving methods," he said. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Fremont School Board gives teachers last offer Jun 3, 2009
About 30 teachers had joined their Fremont Education Association representatives in the sixth "meet and confer" session with the board on Monday night to work out an agreement on salaries and budget cuts ... At the negotiation session Monday, the regional Idaho Education Association director, Peggy Park, reiterated the teachers' union interpretation. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Lake Mills High School seniors receive scholarships Jun 3, 2009
Katherine Walsh, daughter of Tim and Linda Walsh, was awarded a 1,000 Wisconsin Masonic Foundation Scholarship, a 500 Lake Mills Education Association Scholarship, a 1,000 Gary Vanderheiden Memorial Scholarship and a 1,000 Mari E. Nahn Memorial Scholarship. She also received a St. Norbert Presidential Scholarship worth 36,000 for a total of 39,500 in awards. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Philomath schools, teachers talking Jun 3, 2009
The Board of Trustees of Philomath School District 17J and the Philomath Education Association, which represents teachers, began negotiations on May 26 for a successor agreement to the 2007-09 collective bargaining agreement. The two groups will meet again today from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Philomath High School library. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Editorial: Budget leaves Lebanon schools a mess Jun 3, 2009
For example, Interim Superintendent George Lanning sent a letter to the presidents of the two district employee unions the Lebanon Education Association (teachers and other certified personnel) and Lebanon Association of Classified Employees (most others, including school aides, secretaries, cooks and bus drivers) asking them to consider accepting a two-day reduction in pay during the 2008-09 school year ... Out of the 225 members of the Lebanon Education Association, 161 members were... (Lebanon Express, OR)
Lodi High School awards (2) Jun 2, 2009
Lodi Education Association ScholarshipJenna Bryant 1,000Chloe Comporato 500Lauren Meehleis 500Jordan Rodriguez 1,000Benjamin Stoakes 1,000. Lodi Garden ClubJessie Kong 500. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Teachers, school board approve contract Jun 2, 2009
The agreement, which is effective July 1, was ratified Sunday by the La Crosse Education Association, the bargaining unit that represents La Crosse teachers. I commend our teachers for moving forward and settling on a 3. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Unified cited for violating state special education laws Jun 2, 2009
In response to a complaint filed by the Racine Education Association, a teachers' union, state officials concluded the district improperly required Individualized Education Program teams to submit evaluation reports for approval and overruled determinations; failed to include parents when determining whether additional testing for such students is needed; and failed to timely evaluate children for special education services. Elliot Weiman, a state school administration consultant, said most of... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Westford Education Association to hold retirement celebration Jun 1, 2009
The Westford Education Association will hold its annual retirement celebration on June 15 at the Westford Regency from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.. Tickets can be purchased for $30 by e-mailing Karen McKenna at kmckenna@westfordk12. (Westford Eagle, MA)
Bonita “Bonnie” Caldaroni (4) Jun 1, 2009
She is a past member of the Somerset Area Education Association, Pa. State Teachers Association and the National Education Association. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Tall ship going up in Milwaukee Jun 1, 2009
A few businessmen in love with old-fashioned sailing ships founded the Wisconsin Lake Schooner Education Association to start the project in 1990 ... "These are all little things you can't just go to Menards and buy," said Carrie O'Malley, director of operations for the Wisconsin Lake Schooner Education Association. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Several problems with Kelso School District donation May 31, 2009
Also on May 18, the district was bound by a bargaining agreement with the Kelso Education Association which contained the clause, It is recognized that individuals or groups may wish to donate funds for all or part of a program to be reduced, modified or eliminated. The District will not accept any donation restricted to the support of a particular sub-function. (Longview Daily News, WA)
PAUL N. KOPPITZ - 86 - Alva May 31, 2009
He was a member of the Alva First Christian Church, Alva Golf and Country Club, Black Wing Post of the V.F.W., Alva Elks Lodge, Oklahoma Education Association, Disabled American Veterans, American Quarter Horse Association, and American Hereford Association. Mr. Koppitz was preceded in death by his wife Georgiana on September 6, 1981; a daughter Rinda on December 12, 1998; his parents; a sister, Margaret Haraughty; a brother, Burr, and an infant brother, John. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Obituaries for Saturday, May 30, 2009 May 30, 2009
During her teaching career and after retirement, she was very active in several organizations including: Delta Kappa Gamma, Pi Lambda Theta, Kappa Delta Pi, Association for Childhood Education, National Council for the Social Studies, National Education Association, Iowa and Minnesota Education Associations, Winona State Faculty Association, Inter Faculty Organization of the Minnesota State University System, Minnesota and International Reading Associations, American Association of University... (Winona Daily News, MN)
