Competing MPS reform bill to be introduced Nov 17, 2009
The Milwaukee Teachers Education Association and the Wisconsin Education Association Council also support the plan. We recognize significant change is necessary, but it is a larger issue of a mere transfer of power, said Mary Bell, president of WEAC. It isn t about making quick change in order to access Race to the Top money from the federal government. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
Cushing to observe American Education Week Nov 16, 2009
The annual theme of Great Public Schools: A Basic Right and Our Responsibility reflects the National Education Association s vision of calling upon Americans to do their part in making public schools great for every child so they can grow and achieve in the 21st century. In celebration of American Education Week, the Cushing staff invites people to visit the Cushing community from 9 to 11 a.m. or 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 16. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Newton South graduate and Lion's Roar editor wins best sports story award Nov 16, 2009
Tom Haskin, last year s editor-in-chief of the Lion s Roar and a 2009 Newton South graduate, won first place in the Sports Story of the Year contest Saturday at the annual convention of the Journalism Education Association and the National Scholastic Press Association in Washington DC.. The award marks Haskin s story, Homophobia Holds On In Athletics, as the best sports story published in a high school newspaper during the 2008-2009 school year, according to English Department Head Brian Baron. (Newton Tab, MA)
Two takes on a free press Nov 15, 2009
A week after Kennedy addressed the private school, Al Leonard, principal of South Pointe High School, was headed to Washington, D.C., to be honored by the Journalism Education Association as the top administrator in the nation. The award is based on Leonard's support of the school newspaper, SPIN (South Pointe in the News). (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Dede Scozzafava Is No GOP Moderate Nov 14, 2009
She also accepted campaign cash from the Longshoreman s, Electrical Workers , and Service Employees unions, and the National Education Association, the notorious teacher s union that just screams NO. to nearly every school-choice initiative. (Human Events Online)
Immediate state budget outlook bleak Nov 14, 2009
The question was placed on the ballot following a petition drive by the Oklahoma Education Association. Hickman said department heads came to the legislature to express their dismay at the possibility of that change. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Student population expected to increase Nov 13, 2009
School officials rely on Middle Cities Education Association to take all their enrollment numbers, birth statistics and economic growth factors to create projections. The company uses three methods to project future enrollment. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
GIC deal for Arlington union officials turns sour Nov 13, 2009
Sullivan blames officials from the Arlington Education Association, AEA the town s largest union, which essentially controls the bargaining table. He said on Thursday, Oct. 29 all union representatives agreed to take the proposal and present it to their full memberships. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Park City board and teachers resort to mediator Nov 12, 2009
The teachers are requesting a level 2 attainment level salary schedule as adopted by Montana Education Association/ American Federation of Teachers (MEA/AFT). The board has refused that request. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
Union contract for Unit 5 teachers approved by school board Nov 12, 2009
Unit Five Education Association members approved the deal Nov. 4, capping a long negotiating process that included the rejection of a tentative agreement in June. The new two-year agreement raises the base salary for teachers 2. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Graduation requirements will be revamped9:57 am | (No comments posted.) Nov 11, 2009
Deb Eisenbiesz, art instructor at Lincoln and Roosevelt Elementary schools, was recognized for being named the S.D. Art Educator of the Year by the S.D. Art Education Association. Longtime assistant football coach Virg Polak was named president of the National High School Coaches Association and Bill Weber has been elected the president of the S.D. High School Coaches Association. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
PCC film "Scripture Cake" to be shown at Palace Pointe Nov 11, 2009
The film has garnered numerous awards including the Broadcast Education Association Festival of Media Arts Award of Excellence and its Award of Special Technical Merit for a feature film; the Accolade competition, honorable mention in the independent feature film category, 2007 Indie Memphis Film Festival; and the George Lindsay Film Festival 2008, feature presentation, second place, feature film. The movie features on-camera performances from a large, diverse cast from across North Carolina,... (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Wis. gov. signs education bills, wants fed dollars Nov 10, 2009
The Wisconsin Education Association Council, the state's powerful teacher's union, supported the measure because it maintains the state's prohibition on test scores factoring into teacher retention decisions. The Wisconsin Association of School Boards, on the other hand, opposed the bill precisely because the scores could not be used when deciding whether to keep teachers. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Study favors options in sex education Nov 7, 2009
If you compare the statistical significance of outcome measures related to sexual activity and sexual intiation the data is better for the abstinence education program than the comprehensive program, said Valerie Huber, of the National Abstinence Education Association. Copyright 2009 Globe Newspaper Company. (Boston Globe)
Union contract for Unit 5 teachers up for school board vote Nov 7, 2009
Unit Five Education Association members approved the deal on Nov. 4, capping a long negotiating process that included rejection of a previous contract offer in June ... Mahrt, formerly vice president of the union, took the top spot when Jonathan Butler accepted a field staff job with the Illinois Education Association earlier this week. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Cha-Cha Slide Nov 6, 2009
Bowie recently recorded high standardized testing scores with the Texas Education Association and as a result of the success the school held a block party in front of the campus main building Thursday night. Money raised from the block party goes toward the new attraction. (Odessa American, TX)
Donald Roger Petrie Nov 6, 2009
Donald was a trustee and member of St. John Lutheran Church, 49-year member of the Elks Moose Club, and a member of the National Education Association. He was the director of Special Olympics, a Boy Scout Leader, and received numerous awards as a principal and teacher. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Pending legal battles play key role in School Committee's vote to appeal Nov 5, 2009
Michael Carta, Arlington Education Association vice president, said Coughlin should be sent back to work so he can support his family. Neither the district s chief financial officer nor its director of payroll could say what the district would owe in back pay to Coughlin if the arbitration is upheld. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Harper named IAEA award winner Nov 5, 2009
VERNON HILLS ; The Illinois Art Education Association has named Amber Harper of Leepertown CCSD 175 the 2009 Art Administrator of the Year. This award recognizes the exemplary contributions, service and achievements of one outstanding IAEA member annually. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Committee actions impact school district budgets Nov 4, 2009
Ken Decaria, a former teacher and legislator who now is government relations director for the Wyoming Education Association, said he doesn't believe the committee is looking at no increase going forward. "I think they're looking at the big picture," he said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Obama uses money to urge school changes Nov 4, 2009
"Despite growing evidence to the contrary, it appears the administration has decided that charter schools are the only answer to what ails America's public schools," the National Education Association, the largest teachers' union, said in comments submitted to the Education Department. The NEA added: "We should not continue the unhealthy focus on standardized tests as the primary evidence of student success.". (MSNBC -- Politics)
Wis. teachers couldn't be fired over test scores Nov 3, 2009
The teachers union opposes using student test results to discipline teachers, said Mary Bell, president of the Wisconsin Education Association Council. The goal of the bill as it currently stands, as well as the Race to the Top program, is to find ways to improve teachers' performance, not punish them, she said after Monday's hearing. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Reports: Federal stimulus sends $1.8 billion to Oregon Nov 1, 2009
We think its great news for Oregons economy, said Becca Uhberlau, spokeswoman for the Oregon Education Association, the statewide teachers union. The Oregon share of the stimulus money is also being used to repave hundreds of miles of roads, clear brush from fire-prone forests and dredge shipping lanes in the states harbors. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Town Council accepts downtown grant, honors teacher of year Oct 30, 2009
She is also involved in strategic planning with the Board of Education and is a member of the Connecticut Education Association, the National Education Association, and the Parent-Teacher Association. In the past, she's received the William P. Ward Humanitarian Award and the Louis A. Pillsbury Certificate of Achievement in Economic Education. (Newington Town Crier, CT)
Former technology teacher wins arbitration hearing against Arlington Public Schools Oct 30, 2009
The teachers union has split the tab for American Arbitration Association fees, but Coughlin has paid for his legal representation himself, according to Arlington Education Association President Ron Colosi. History of the case. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Teachers agree to zero pay increase Oct 30, 2009
School board chairman Catherine Albin said, "When I spoke to Ms. Feranec (the teacher's union president) yesterday evening, I expressed my appreciation and great gratitude to her for what this bargaining unit has done ... in recognizing the challenges we are facing economically here in the Fairfield school system and in the Town of Fairfield. I truly, truly want to express our appreciation for their ratifying this contract." Albin added that she hoped that "the members of the community will also... (Fairfield Minuteman, CT)
Oregon teachers renew legal fight with Sizemore Oct 30, 2009
In the suit filed Thursday, the Oregon Education Association and American Federation of Teachers-Oregon name Sizemore and Nevada millionaire Loren Parks, a contributor to conservative causes ... Greg Hartman, attorney for the Oregon Education Association, said a hearing is set for Dec. 21 on trying to resolve how much foundation money Sizemore must repay. (Longview Daily News, WA)
* The battle lines are drawn Oct 30, 2009
Taipei Times - archives. Enter your search terms. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Teachers upset with newsletter Oct 30, 2009
The current contract with Chambersburg Area Education Association (CAEA) expires at the end of the current school year. Benjamin Chambers Elementary School physical education teacher Mark Shoap said teachers received a different version of the newsletter earlier in the day. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Town Council candidates Q & A Oct 30, 2009
Martin H. Walsh (D) Employer: Glastonbury Board of Education Education (high school and college): Georgetown University Law Center, Washington D.C.-J.D.; Lyndon State College, Lyndonville, VT-B.A. ; North Country Union High School, Newport, VT-Diploma Military service: Military Policeman, United States Army 1978-1981 Civic and professional associations: Connecticut Education Association, U.N.I.C.O. (application pending) Political experience: Two Terms on Town Council (2005-2009); Board of... (Wethersfield Post, CT)
The 'Party of No' Oct 29, 2009
I am the Longview Education Association president and an English teacher at Mark Morris High School. As a teacher, union organizer and citizen, I am concerned about Initiative 1033. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Penn Hills hits a wall in teacher negotiations Oct 29, 2009
The Penn Hills Education Association, the union representing the district's 410 teachers, responded with a press release that criticized the district for taking the negotiations public ... Butch Santicola, of the Pennsylvania State Education Association, said the current rate of contribution is "one of the highest" in Allegheny County. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Pregnant model on Teen Vogue cover Oct 29, 2009
Teen parenting isn t glamorous, even if you are a teen model, said Valerie Huber, executive director of the National Abstinence Education Association. A message left by The Associated Press at Dunn s New York City agency was not immediately returned. (KHOU.com, TX)
Roger Wyatt (597) Oct 28, 2009
He was a member of the Arkansas Education Association, the Arkansas Retired Teachers Association and the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Mr. Wyatt was preceded in death by three brothers, Samuel Sammy Wyatt, Robert Buddy Wyatt and Herbert Wyatt; two sisters, Ruby Wyatt Campbell and Nancy Wyatt. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Jack E. Gindlesperger (7) Oct 28, 2009
Mr. Gindlesperger was a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 10-5; Pennsylvania State Education Association; National Education Association; Superior Teachers Bowling League; Arrowhead Golf Course; and Pikeville Sportsmen's Association. Surviving in addition to his wife and mother are three sisters: Joyce Miller, Hooversville; Janet wife of Bruce Weirich, Boswell; and Joan Gindlesperger, Palm Beach Gardens, Fla. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Coughlin wins arbitration Oct 28, 2009
Town Counsel Juliana Rice and Arlington Education Association President Ron Colosi both said they had not seen the decision, but Colosi had a brief comment, saying This is expected. Staff Writer Nicole Laskowski contributed to this report. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Stafford needs Crowley on the School Board Oct 28, 2009
During Ms. Crowley's tenure, I was even more involved in school governance and funding as president of the Stafford Education Association. Ms. Crowley was unwavering in her mission to do the right thing, no matter the political backlash. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Arlington teacher wins case v. town Oct 28, 2009
Ron Colosi, Jr., president of the Arlington Education Association, said the teachers he spoke to yesterday were ecstatic over the news and that he is not surprised at the outcome. We ve said it over and over and over, said Colosi. (Boston Globe)
Teacher of year helps math add up Oct 28, 2009
" Ms. Switala has nearly a page of contributions she has made toward professional development as well as nearly another page of professional development activities. She is treasurer and a negotiating team member of the Pine-Richland Education Association. This year's AP Calculus BC class has only eight students, the same number as two years ago, when all earned 5s, the top score on the AP exam. Most of her students earn 4s and 5s. Geoff hopes his class will repeat that feat. When Ms. Switala... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The wisdom of two education giants Oct 27, 2009
The longtime policy critic and former analyst for the National Education Association said of President Bush s No Child Left Behind, If 2000 was the year that testing went crazy, 2001 was the year it went stark raving mad. What say we take a moment to consider a few of the personal qualities that standardized tests do not measure: creativity, critical thinking, resilience, motivation, persistence, humor, reliability, enthusiasm, civic-mindedness, self-awareness, self-discipline, empathy,... (Boston Globe)
* FEATURE: Environmental vacations grow in popularity Oct 27, 2009
Last summer, the association collaborated with the Taiwan Marine Environmental Education Association and Academia Sinicas Biodiversity Research Center to protect a new habitat: coral reefs. The group enlisted volunteer divers to work with local communities in northeastern Taiwan, on Green Island (q) and Orchid Island, Penghu Countys Siaoliouciou (p[y) and Shanyuan Beach in Taitung County to check on the conditions of reefs in those areas and collect data to gain a better understanding... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Pay raises not yet part of Flagler school talks Oct 27, 2009
Brandon Champion, Flagler Education Association president, said in a phone interview last week that attaining long-awaited step increases and a pay raise is the priority for his membership ... This year, it's been "tough" for district officials and union representatives statewide to agree on raises and step increases because of the lingering effects of the economic downturn, said Mark Pudlow, spokesman for the Florida Education Association, a statewide teachers union. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
A+ for teachers' house-call program Oct 26, 2009
High marks should go to the foundation for the National Education Association for giving money to support this program, and to the teachers who are spending their free evenings with the families of school children. No news is good news. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
White House is right to stand by Jennings Oct 26, 2009
He has been recognized for his excellence, earning awards from the prestigious National Association of Secondary School Principals and the National Education Association. These organizations have both released statements in support of Jennings. (Herald Online, SC -- Opinion)
Reform the way we pay our teachers Oct 24, 2009
It is time for the National Education Association to be proactive on the issue of performance pay and create a model incentive program that can form the basis of future contract negotiations ... The New Jersey Education Association needs to understand this reality and create a bold new initiative to reinvent teacher pay schemes and reinvigorate the classroom through a performance pay model that will earn the respect and support of New Jersey's citizens. (NJ.com -- Times)
Gerald Bracey, fierce critic of education policy; at 69 Oct 24, 2009
His bosses at the National Education Association, where he was a senior policy analyst, told him he was being too entrepreneurial, and he resigned. The last annual Bracey Report, formerly known as the Rotten Apple Awards, will be published soon, fellow critic Susan Ohanian said. (Boston Globe)
Group Walks For Education, Health Care Oct 24, 2009
In 2008, the National Education Association ranked Florida 50th in the nation in funding education. In response, Chiles wants to walk about 600 miles because he said, "The whole dynamic has to change, and for the dynamic to change from the business as usual in Tallahassee, we've got to get one in 20 Floridians, which is about one million people, to engage.". (News4Jax.com, FL)
Vote 'no' on I-1033 Oct 23, 2009
As a retired teacher and president of the Kelso Education Association, I urge a no vote on I-1033. In 1992 Colorado became the only state in the nation to impose a revenue limit like the one in I-1033. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Teachers union to back Capuano Oct 23, 2009
Capuano, a six-term congressman and former mayor of Somerville, has a voting record that earned a 96 percent rating by the National Education Association, of which the MTA is the state affiliate, and he voted for more than $100 billion in education and state aid under the two-year economic recovery bill, the MTA said in its announcement ... The political action committee of the union s umbrella organization, the National Education Association, also voted to back Capuano. (Boston Globe)
Gov. Granholm vetoes some extra funds K-12 funds Oct 21, 2009
Michigan Education Association President Iris Salters said the 54 million Granholm vetoed from the school aid budget and the threat of more cuts to come shows the state needs to change how it pays for education and other services. "We have a chronic budget problem, and cuts aren't making it go away," Salters said in a release. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Braswell, Wieland vie in Spotsy Oct 20, 2009
Occupation: Insurance agent Education: B.A. in political science (magna cum laude) from Virginia State University; graduate, U.S. Army Command and General Staff College Military: U.S. Army captain, 1983-93, honorable discharge Community activities: Director of Christian education and Sunday school teacher, Beulah Baptist Church, Woodford Honors: Endorsed by Spotsylvania Citizens Roundtable and Spotsylvania Education Association Most-important issues: Restoration of activity buses, competitive... (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Beshear appoints education strategy panel Oct 20, 2009
Mary Ann Blankenship, executive director, Kentucky Education Association. Karen Cash, teacher, Louisville. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Crew abandons burning ship near Funter Bay Oct 20, 2009
Worthington had recently taken a class through the Alaska Marine Safety Education Association, "which very possibly saved our lives," he said. "I'd suggest that to anybody that's on a boat. Had a lot to do with our survival," he said. (Juneau Empire)
Freshman queen, Ranger king and queen announced Oct 18, 2009
She also is a member of Alpha Sigma Alpha, the Student Government Association (SGA), President s Leadership Class, Oklahoma Broadcast Education Association (OBEA) and the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ). She is the daughter of John and Karen Mitchell. (Alva Review Courier, OK)
Teachers Give O'Malley Early Endorsement Oct 18, 2009
O'Malley was to speak Saturday to the Maryland State Education Association during its annual conference in Ocean City. On Friday, representatives from the 71,000-member group voted overwhelmingly to endorse O'Malley. (ABC 7 News, DC)
NICHOLAS D. KRISTOF: Democrats and schools Oct 18, 2009
The National Education Association has announced an initiative to improve teaching in high-poverty high schools, and the American Federation of Teachers is experimenting with teacher evaluation that includes student performance data. Neither initiative reflects sufficient urgency. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Shorter class periods test Flagler students, teachers Oct 17, 2009
Students aren't the only ones struggling to adapt, said Brandon Champion, president of the Flagler County Education Association. "The biggest thing is that there are a lot of teachers here who have never taught under any schedule but block," said Champion, a history teacher at Flagler Palm Coast. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Election Focus: Baker looks to oust Weber from Longview council Oct 16, 2009
Member of Longview Community Church, Southwest Washington Symphony, Longview Education Association, Longview Early Edition Rotary Club, Lower Columbia CAP board. Ray Baker. (Longview Daily News, WA)
The Chalkboard Oct 16, 2009
Farm-Based Education Association ... Most recently she has worked with international education associations and parent groups in Australia, Borneo, Canada, England, Ethiopia, France, India, Kenya, the Philippines, Nepal, New Zealand, Scotland, South Africa, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tanzania, Thailand, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates. (Hamilton Wenham Chronicle, MA)
Zambia: Government On Collision Course With Civil Society Oct 15, 2009
The organisations involved in the campaign include Transparency International Zambia, Non-Governmental Organization Co-ordinating Council (NGOCC), Zambia Civic Education Association (ZCEA), Anti-Poverty Apathy, Jesuit Centre for Theological Reflection (JCTR) and Women for Change (WfC). Lameck Mangani, the Home Affairs minister, has accused the 17 civil society organisations of conniving with some donors, particularly the British government, in order to bring President Banda's government down. (allAfrica.com)
Child-care, health providers to fight fee hike Oct 15, 2009
"Twenty dollars to you might not be that big of a deal. But $20 to someone who's trying to decide whether they can afford milk this week, that's a totally different story," said Josh Glider, who oversees after-school programs for the Kyrene School District and is president of the Arizona Community Education Association. "We serve families that need these programs, but not everyone is in a financial situation where they can take on another couple of bucks.". (AZCentral -- News)
Malice in wonderland Oct 14, 2009
This teachable moment was arranged by Bill Haney, leader of a group called the 912 Project Burlington County, who drummed up support with this call to action: "We have to rally with the largest possible number of people to protest the indoctrination of our school children. Let's rescue our children from the socialist agenda of the (National Education Association) and the Obama administration.". The charges of this heinous mind control sprang from a little song the children performed in honor of... (NJ.com -- Times)
Michigan: Stimulus saves or creates 19,500 jobs Oct 14, 2009
"The blow would have been much worse had that money not been there," said Doug Pratt, a spokesman for the Michigan Education Association, the state's largest teachers union. As of Sept. 30, Michigan had spent about 620 million of the 3. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
'Instruction drives construction' Oct 14, 2009
The models are "straw designs," according to Doreen McGlade, committee member and president of the Natrona County Education Association. "At this point, we put in the things we want and have the flexibility of adding or removing design elements," she said. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Charlevoix schools teacher contract 'settled' Oct 14, 2009
I m glad we have the contract settled because I think that is a huge step forward, said Charlevoix Education Association president and Charlevoix High School government teacher Annmarie Conway. Obviously the financial issues are always going to be there, but I think if we can put a plan together. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
