Summer 2025 From MEA’s Executive Director – Rachelle Bristol
Where were you on May 17th & 18th?No, this isn’t an interrogation, I promise.At the MEA RA you say? Awesome! It was good to see you there!For those of you who didn’t answer that way…. We missed you and hope you consider joining us next year.What is the MEA RA or...
President’s Letter – Summer 2025 “The Power of We”
In March, I stood with parents, students, school committee members, and educators standing in front of Deering High, Rowe Elementary, and Presumpscot Schools during their locally organized “walk-ins” in support of public schools. Weeks later, I joined educators and...
Slowing Down This Summer
It’s been a busy and inspiring—if a little rainy—spring here at the Maine Education Association. From national trainings in Washington, D.C. with President Hargrove (and a surprise catch-up with Giovanna on the flight home,) to the energy and unity of our MEA...
Supporting Educator Mental Health
Maine educators face burnout and mental health challenges; Aspire365 offers free, in-home support services. It’s no secret: teaching and working in schools has become more demanding than ever. Maine educators are juggling more responsibilities with fewer...
Leg Session Wrap Up
Dear MEA Members,When the Maine State Legislature officially convened in January, MEA was ready with an ambitious program to protect and promote public education – these priorities were rooted in the hopes, goals, and needs of MEA members across the state. Despite a...
Rocking Professional Development: Lewiston EA Builds Power Through Art, Activism, and Community
When Nes Griffin, Jaye Rich, and Krista St. Cyr of the Lewiston Education Association (LEA) discovered they could apply for an MEA Professional Development Grant to support a local event, they saw more than just funding—they saw an opportunity to build union power,...
“My Hero Works in School” Essay Contest
This year, MEA received dozens of submissions for the annual “My Hero Works in School” essay contest. Every year it is special to read, from students’ perspectives, the wonderful impact that Maine educators have on their lives each and every day. This year’s “My...
Statement from MEA President Jesse Hargrove on the Legislature’s passage of Budget
“There is no question, this was a challenging budget year, but the Maine Education Association applauds the Maine Legislature for passing Part Two of the biennial budget this evening. This budget makes meaningful investments in education, healthcare, food security,...
Student Success Starts with Supporting Faculty
Bangor— Wearing red shirts printed with the message “Student Success Starts with Supporting Faculty,” members of the Community College Faculty Association (CCFA) gathered Wednesday, June 11th to make one point clear: when faculty are supported, students thrive. ...
