IN THIS EPISODE: 

  1. GPO/WEP Updates: President Hargrove has updates on the status of the GPO/WEP repeal. Tell Congress to push for a vote on the Social Security Fairness Act to Fully Repeal Unfair Social Security Penalties | NEA.  
  1. Register to Vote: The deadline to register or update your voter registration online is October 15th! After that you will need to register in person. Check your voter registration: Make Your Vote Plan Today! – Education Votes (nea.org) 

    Already registered? Request your Absentee Ballot here: Maine Absentee Ballot Request 
     
  2. Pre-Retirement Seminars: Pre-Retirement Seminars start in October and are filling up fast! Register today: Pre-Retirement Seminars – Maine Education Association (maineea.org) 

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Happening in October: 

Celebrate National Higher Education Month

LBGTQ+ Blended Learning Course: Create a more inclusive and equitable learning environment for all students. Registration closes October 11, 2025.  

Learning Hub Webinar: Register to learn more about MEA’s Learning Hub and explore a variety of FREE and flexible professional development opportunities.  

Count ME In!: Everyone Counts contest, a year-long opportunity to celebrate attendance successes. Complete this form every day that your whole class is present for the chance to win a prize. 

MEA Events: Check the MEA Event calendar for upcoming events in your UniServ District.

In Unity,

Jesse Hargrove, President
Maine Education Association