Together As One Conference: Join Us in Machias!
MEA Members,We’re excited to invite you to Together as One – Machias, a full day of professional learning designed to inspire, connect, and equip educators with tools to meet today’s challenges and opportunities in education.REGISTER HERE📍 Location: University of...
Thomas College Faculty Vote to Unionize with Maine Education Association
Waterville, Maine—On Tuesday, a majority of faculty at Thomas College voted to unionize with the Maine Education Association (MEA), marking a significant step forward in their efforts to strengthen faculty voice and collaboration. With this vote, Thomas College...
Under the Dome Updates: 9/23/2025
Dear MEA Members – Although the Legislature is not in session, the staff and member leaders of the MEA remain hard at work as we continue to move an agenda to protect and improve public education in our state. Be on the lookout...
Episode 23: The Hargrove Herald 9/17/25
WATCH HERE Happy September! On Labor Day, I joined fellow labor leaders, educators, and community members in Waterville to celebrate the strength of our communities—especially our public schools. Click the video above to hear my speech and learn how MEA continues to...
Save Maine Absentee Voting
Coming to your ballot in November: “Do you want to change Maine election laws to eliminate two days of absentee voting, prohibit requests for absentee ballots by phone or family members, end ongoing absentee voter status for seniors and people with disabilities, ban...
MEA Reacts to Supreme Court Ruling: Decision Deepens Harm to Maine’s Public Schools
July 15, 2025 Augusta— Maine Education Association (MEA) President Jesse Hargrove released the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s action today: “The U.S. Department of Education plays a vital role in supporting public schools across...
MEA Delegates Convene for 97th Representative Assembly
Maine Education Association members gathered in Portland in May for the 97th Annual MEA Representative Assembly. As MEA’s largest governing body, delegates gather from every county in Maine, representing MEA locals from across the state. Each year, they meet to set...
ESP of the Year – Deb Ladner
Oxford Hills EA Secretary named Joan McGovern ESP of the Year For many students, staff, and families at Oxford Hills Comprehensive High School, the day begins with a familiar smile and a warm greeting from Deb Ladner, the school’s front office secretary. Long before...
Maine Educator Magazine Cover Contest
The MEA is pleased to showcase student artwork during its eighth annual Maine Educator Art Cover Contest. MEA believes in celebrating the successes of our students and members, and this cover contest gives the Union that opportunity. Congratulations to all the...
