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Better Bargaining-Contract Must-Haves

Better Bargaining-Contract Must-Haves

Fall 22, Features, Maine Educator Online, Member's Only, News

While every contract and negotiation session is different, here are three basic elements that should be included in every contract to make sure all members are treated fairly. MEA believes the following items must be included and/or never removed as language in ALL...
Violence in Schools and What MEA is Doing to Protect Educators

Violence in Schools and What MEA is Doing to Protect Educators

Fall 22, Features, Maine Educator Online, Member's Only, News

The pandemic not only impacted how educators teach students, but also greatly impacted the way children and parents behave in our schools-and in some cases-not for the better. Our educators have seen these impacts in the form of verbal and physical violence. Your...
THE UNION ADVANTAGE-HOW TO TALK TO PEOPLE ABOUT MEMBERSHIP AND JOINING

THE UNION ADVANTAGE-HOW TO TALK TO PEOPLE ABOUT MEMBERSHIP AND JOINING

Fall 22, Features, Maine Educator Online, Member's Only, News

Asking someone to join the union seems like a difficult task, but when you know what to say, the “ask” isn’t difficult at all. Research shows people WILL join, if they’re asked. Below are some easy answers to the common questions potential members ask. MEA encourages...
MEA Launches Media Campaign to Thank Educators

MEA Launches Media Campaign to Thank Educators

Features, Maine Educator Online, News, Summer 22, Thank You

MEA Launches Media Campaign to Thank Educators Thanks2You our students made it through The Maine Education Association understands how much each of our educators have been through this year and is continually working to share your efforts with the public to ensure it...
2022 MEA Representative Assembly

2022 MEA Representative Assembly

Features, Maine Educator Online, News, Representative Assembly, Summer 22

The MEA held its annual Representative Assembly (RA) in May. The MEA RA is the largest democratic body of the association, made up of educators elected by their local associations to represent their district. At this year’s MEA RA members: Set the course of work for...
COLLATERAL DAMAGE: EFFECTS OF THE PANDEMIC ON HIGHER EDUCATION SALARIES

COLLATERAL DAMAGE: EFFECTS OF THE PANDEMIC ON HIGHER EDUCATION SALARIES

Features, Maine Educator Online, News, Summer 22

It is now cheaper to buy a home in Connecticut than it is in Maine. The news is good for the value of your property, but not as good when you consider your salary and purchasing power. The effects of the pandemic on all Mainers is real, and for faculty and staff in...
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Phone: 207-774-6133 or 1-800-750-8801
Fax: (207) 774-9786

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