By: Andrew Mason, MEA Legal Counsel As the pandemic continues and educators are faced with new and difficult challenges in our schools and communities, MEA knows its members need the most up-to-date information regarding your legal rights in certain situations. There...
Career Earnings BA 20-21 As part of MEA’s continued commitment to educate its members on issues that impact their work and life, MEA’s Director of Collective Bargaining and Research compiled the follow data regarding salaries, in particular, career earnings in Maine....
Navigating a difficult year where norms need reteaching The last time a 7th grader had a full, normal school year they were in 4th grade. Current 2nd graders have never had a “normal” school year. The return to full-time, in-person learning has been a struggle for...
Curriculum, particularly in subjects such as History and English Language Arts, naturally touches upon topics including race and diversity that are to be taught in an age- appropriate manner. Students must have the tools to understand and investigate different...
As COVID cases rise, and the stress of the pandemic continues, many teachers, education support professionals, faculty, principals and administrators have received letters, complaints, or been harassed by parents or vocal community members. For the sake of our...
Increasing power and leadership skills among the membership Building strong local associations with an organizing culture is key to our Union’s success. A culture of organizing is one that promotes deep member engagement, leadership development, and collective action....
