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...
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...
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...
Fall 22, Maine Educator Online, Member's Only
Resolve that this is a brand-new school year. While some COVID-19 protocols may remain, you have the chance to start over, and it’s up to you to help make the most of it. Leave the last year and a half behind and focus on the future. Make the best of what lies ahead....
Fall 22, Member's Only, News
Four years ago, I wrote my first “President’s Letter” for the Maine Educator. Back then, there was no way to have predicted what was to come. While I was certainly excited about the position I had recently been elected to, I admit that mostly I missed the excitement...
Member's Only, News, President's Message
The weather may be cooling down, but candidates’ races are heating up! I sometimes get questions from members asking why MEA endorses candidates. I know our members are really busy with all you do each day for our students, but just about everything that you are doing...
