8 Little-Known Vacation Deals for Teachers
by NEA Member Benefits Key takeaways There are several ways that teachers and other school employees can obtain discounts and savings on vacations.Student-oriented travel discount programs are open to school employees.Public school employees can utilize the government...
8 Smart Things to Do During Your Summer Break
by NEA Member Benefits During the school year, you’re laser-focused on your students and your responsibilities at school. But come summertime, you finally have a chance to focus on you. Whether you want to tackle a big home project or reassess your finances, jet off...Educator Voice Academies
The Educator Voice Academies are focused on establishing (or re-establishing, in some cases) the knowledge base and needed supports for our state affiliates and their teams, engaging in the strategic priority work around educator voice. We’re working to support...
Enter for a chance to win $50,000 from Sprint
Sprint would like to Thank all of Maine’s educators for a job well done. From Sprint: Without you and your employees, our communities would not have what we need to function day to day. We know the job is sometimes thankless, but we thank you for your hard...Local Constitution and Bylaws
When is the last time your local amended its association’s constitution and bylaws? Might some updates be needed? In recent conversations in several locals, it has come to light that some locals may need to review their governance documents and propose...Memorial for Fallen Educators
The National Teachers Hall of Fame’s National Memorial to Fallen Educators received the official designation by Congress in April 2018 as a national memorial. NEA President Lily Eskelsen Garcia reported to MEA they are seeking donations for an additional portion of...Teaching Students in Trauma
MEA President Grace Leavitt, Janet Kuech, Board Director for District L, and Carrie Foster, President-elect of Portland EA attended a recent NEA Convening on Trauma. The work the group completed is being compiled and the final report will be out soon. MEA President...OPPORTUNITY: Leaders for Just Schools
MEA is looking for members to attend the NEA Program, Leaders for Just Schools in San Diego this August. Are you interested in working for equal and just schools for all students? This opportunity is for you! There is still time for MEA to submit the names of others...Opioid Prevention Work
MEA’s President, Grace Leavitt, was asked by Governor Mills to sit on a special Opioid Prevention Work Group and is seeking information from members to help the work group create ways to support students in need. This group is tasked with evaluating existing...
