Pre-Retirement Seminar - Session 5
2026-01-27 17:00 - 18:15 (America/New_York) | ME
Winter Pre-Retirement Seminar

Pre-Retirement Seminar – Session 5

This session will be held on two evenings from 5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. via Zoom.
• Tuesday, January 27, 2026 – Presentation by MEA Benefits Trust.
• Wednesday, January 28, 2026 – Presentations by MEA-Retired and MainePERS
The link to access the Zoom meeting, along with the materials from MEA-Retired, MEA Benefits Trust, and MainePERS will be emailed to the email address used during registration. This email will be sent the day before your session. The meeting link will be used for both nights of your session.
Please be aware that there have been instances where the Zoom link and materials have been sent to a junk/spam folder. We ask that you check these folders.
If you receive a notice that you need a ticket to attend the meeting, please disregard. You DO NOT need a ticket to attend the meeting.

UD 11 Dangerous Behavior Meeting
2026-01-28 16:30 - 19:00 | Dysart’s Restaurant Broadway, 1110 Broadway, Bangor, ME, 04401, United States
Join us for an important training on Maine’s Dangerous Behavior and Prevention Law.

Dine & Discuss
2026-02-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Jimmy the Greek’s, 215 Saco Ave, Old Orchard Beach, ME, 04064, United States
REGISTER HERE
JOIN US FOR CONVERSATION WITH YOUR LEGISLATORS Key leaders from the Maine House & Senate will be joining us for dinner and discussion around the topics that are important to educators. We’ll spend some time brainstorming questions that you’d like to ask legislators, then during dinner you’ll be seated with those that represent the towns in your school district.

District 8 Governance Networking Meeting!
2026-02-10 16:30 - 18:30 | T&B Celebration Center, 414 Madison Avenue, Skowhegan, ME, 04976, United States
Join your fellow MEA members for a Governance Networking Opportunity! You will meet other local leaders and your MEA Board members.

Pre-Retirement Seminar - Session 6
2026-02-10 17:00 - 18:15 | ME
Winter Pre-Retirement Seminar

Pre-Retirement Seminar – Session 6

This session will be held on two evenings from 5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m. via Zoom.
• Tuesday, February 10, 2026 – Presentation by MEA Benefits Trust.
• Wednesday, February 11, 2026 – Presentations by MEA-Retired and MainePERS
The link to access the Zoom meeting, along with the materials from MEA-Retired, MEA Benefits Trust, and MainePERS will be emailed to the email address used during registration. This email will be sent the day before your session. The meeting link will be used for both nights of your session.
Please be aware that there have been instances where the Zoom link and materials have been sent to a junk/spam folder. We ask that you check these folders.
If you receive a notice that you need a ticket to attend the meeting, please disregard. You DO NOT need a ticket to attend the meeting.

MEA Together As One Winter Conference - Bangor
2026-02-21 08:15 - 15:30 | United Technologies Center Region 4, 200 Hogan Rd., Bangor, ME, 04401, United States
REGISTER
Come Learn with Us!
MEA’s Together as One Winter Conference offers the perfect FREE opportunity for members to connect with union colleagues from across the state and enhance their skills as educators, leaders, and change-makers.
Take advantage of this valuable opportunity to learn, grow, and connect with your union colleagues.

Keeping Disruptive Students Engaged: Examining the Need for Targeted Classroom Management Training
2026-02-25 16:00 - 17:30 | Virtual via Zoom
Teachers often encounter disruptive behaviors, which can escalate into more severe behavior if classroom management strategies are not employed. This session will discuss the ongoing behavior crisis in schools, and participants will leave with practical, evidence-based classroom management strategies they can implement immediately.

Committee Day - February 28th
2026-02-28 09:00 - 14:00 | MEA HQ, 35 Community Drive, Augusta, ME, 04330, United States
REGISTER HERE
Welcome to the registration site for MEA Committee Day on February 28th, 2026!
SPECIAL NOTE: Committee Chairs and Board Liaisons have a meeting scheduled with President Jesse Hargrove at 8:30 am at MEA Headquarters.
Lunch will be served. Accommodations are available at the Maine Evergreen, Augusta, for those members who live more than 90 miles from the MEA Augusta Office. Rooms are double-occupancy. You will be asked on the registration form if you need accommodations for Friday, February 27th.
Due to deadlines with our caterer and hotel, the registration deadline for Committee Day is Friday, February 13th, 2026.
We’ll see you soon!

UD 2 and UD 3 Governance Networking Meeting
2026-03-04 17:00 - 18:30 | MEA South Portland Office, 29 Christopher Toppi Drive, South Portland, ME, 04106, United States
REGISTER HERE
Join your fellow MEA members for a Governance Networking Opportunity! You will meet other local leaders and your MEA Board members. Members of the MEA Board of Directors will provide updates regarding the work, including the new Join Now program and other big things happening at the MEA Board level on your behalf. This will be an opportunity to learn, share, and elevate your Association together!

CANCELLED! UD 11 Bargaining Training
2026-03-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Dysart’s Restaurant Broadway, 1110 Broadway, Bangor, ME, 04401, United States
This bargaining training is designed to get you up and ready quickly in order to begin bargaining in the fall.

How To Handle Dangerous Behavior
2026-03-11 16:30 - 19:30 | Helen’s Restaurant, 111 Main Street, Machias, ME, 04654, United States
Learn more about the Dangerous Behavior Prevention and Intervention Law – Protections, Protocols, and Accountability.

Committee Day - March 14th
2026-03-14 09:00 - 14:00 | MEA HQ, 35 Community Drive, Augusta, ME, 04330, United States
REGISTER HERE
Welcome to the registration site for MEA Committee Day on March 14th, 2026!
SPECIAL NOTE: Committee Chairs and Board Liaisons have a meeting scheduled with President Jesse Hargrove at 8:30 am at MEA Headquarters.
Lunch will be served. Accommodations are available at the Maine Evergreen, Augusta, for those members who live more than 90 miles from the MEA Augusta Office. Rooms are double-occupancy. You will be asked on the registration form if you need accommodations for Friday, March 13th.
Due to deadlines with our caterer and hotel, the registration deadline for Committee Day is Friday, February 27th, 2026.
We’ll see you soon!

UD 11 Governance Meeting
2026-03-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Pat’s Pizza, 1 Main Road, Holden, ME, 04429, United States
UD 11 Governance Meeting is a casual in-person chat to sort out key governance stuff together.

UD 11 Governance Meeting
Join us for the UD 11 Governance Meeting, an in-person gathering where key decisions are made and ideas come to life. It’s the perfect chance to connect, collaborate, and contribute to the future of UD 11. Don’t miss out on being part of the conversation and making your voice heard!

UD 11 Governance Meeting
2026-03-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Pat’s Pizza, 1 Main Road, Holden, ME, 04429, United States

UniServ District 1 Governance Networking Meeting!
2026-03-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Duffy’s Tavern & Grill, 4 Main St., Kennebunk, 04043, United States

UD 4 & UD 6 Governance Networking Meeting (Spring 2026)
2026-04-07 16:30 - 18:30 | Foreside Tavern & Side Bar, 270 U.S. 1, Falmouth, ME, 04105, United States
REGISTER HERE
Take part in this opportunity to meet other Local leaders and your MEA Board members so that you may learn, share and evaluate your Association together!

UD 4 & UD 5 Governance Networking Meeting (Spring 2026)
2026-04-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Montsweag Restaurant, 942 U.S. 1, Woolwich, ME, 04579, United States

Early Career Educators Virtual Conference
2026-04-11 09:30 - 12:30 | ME
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MEA is excited to invite you to our 3rd Annual Virtual Early Career Educators Conference! This dynamic professional learning experience is open to MEA members and those who are not yet members who have been in the profession for 10 years or less.
Although the conference is virtual, you can expect plenty of opportunities for connection and movement, including chair yoga, as well as chances to win prizes! We can’t wait to learn and connect with you.

UniServ Districts 6 & 14 Spring Governance Networking Meeting
2026-04-13 17:30 - 19:30 | Auburn Middle School, 38 Falcon Drive, Auburn, ME, 04210, United States

UD 4 & UD 5 Advocacy Training
2026-04-14 16:00 - 19:30 | Montsweag Restaurant, 942 U.S. 1, Woolwich, ME, 04579, United States
REGISTER HERE
Learn the skills that will enable you to advocate for members and help strengthen local union power.

UniServ District 9 Spring Governance Networking Meeting!
2026-04-15 16:30 - 19:00 | Sweet Cheeks Diner, 214 US-1, Bucksport, ME, 04416, United States
REGISTER HERE
Join your fellow MEA members for a Governance Networking Opportunity! You will meet other local leaders and your MEA Board members. Members of the MEA Board of Directors will provide updates regarding the work, including the new Join Now program and other big things happening at the MEA Board level on your behalf. This will be an opportunity to learn, share, and elevate your Association together. Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Time: 4:30 – 7:00 PM Location: Sweet Cheeks Diner 214 US-1 Bucksport, ME 04416 Registration closes Wednesday, April 8th at 5 p.m. *Dinner will be provided, and mileage will be reimbursed

UniServ District 7 Spring Governance Networking Meeting
2026-04-15 16:30 - 19:00 | Margaritas Mexican Restaurant, 390 Western Avenue, Augusta, ME, 04330, United States
REGISTER HERE
Join your fellow MEA members for a Governance Networking Opportunity! You will meet other local leaders and your MEA Board members. Members of the MEA Board of Directors will provide updates regarding the work, including the new Join Now program and other big things happening at the MEA Board level on your behalf. This will be an opportunity to learn, share, and elevate your Association together! Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026 Time: 4:30 – 7:00 PM Location: Margaritas Mexican Restaurant 390 Western Ave.Augusta, ME 04330 Registration closes Wednesday, April 8th at 5 p.m. *Dinner will be provided, and mileage will be reimbursed.

UD 1, 2, 3 and 4 Advocacy Training
2026-04-15 17:00 - 19:30 | Bruno’s Restaurant & Tavern, 33 Allen Avenue, Portland, ME, 04103, United States
REGISTER HERE
Advocacy is the foundation of union activism. Come explore what advocacy is and the many types of advocacy locals engage as you learn the nuts and bolts of grievance handling.

MTSS for Adults: Embodied Awareness, Focus and Self-Talk
2026-04-30 08:00 - 13:00 | Cross Insurance Center, 515 Main St, Bangor, ME, 04401, United States
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Join renowned educator, researcher, and author Dr. Lori Desautels for an immersive half‑day session designed to strengthen the emotional, social, and physiological well‑being of the adults who support children and youth. This session centers on the foundational components of MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) for adults, helping school teams understand how the state of the adult nervous system shapes climates, relationships, and outcomes.
This learning experience explores the mindsets, practices, and nervous‑system states that drive our feelings and behaviors— whether they create safety and ease or lead to dysregulation in environments where adults and children struggle to feel grounded.
Because emotions and stress are contagious, adults who understand and monitor their own nervous system states can learn actionable strategies that: prevent escalation, reduce power struggles, strengthen relationships, and build greater curiosity, reflection, and resilience.
Workshop Flyer
DETAILS:
$75.00 per participant
Who Should Attend: Support staff, teachers, specialists, admin, etc.
Registration Deadline is April 16, 2026

Committee Day - May 9th
2026-05-09 09:00 - 13:00 | MEA HQ, 35 Community Drive, Augusta, ME, 04330, United States
REGISTER HERE
Welcome to the registration site for MEA Committee Day on May 9th, 2026!
SPECIAL NOTE: Committee Chairs and Board Liaisons have a meeting scheduled with President Jesse Hargrove at 8:30 am at MEA Headquarters.
Lunch will be served. Accommodations are available at the Maine Evergreen, Augusta, for those members who live more than 90 miles from the MEA Augusta Office. Rooms are double-occupancy. You will be asked on the registration form if you need accommodations for Friday, May 8th.
Due to deadlines with our caterer and hotel, the registration deadline for Committee Day is Thursday, April 23rd 2026.
We’ll see you soon!

UD 10 + UD 11 Building Rep Training
2026-05-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Dysart’s Restaurant Broadway, 1110 Broadway, Bangor, ME, 04401, United States
REGISTER HERE
Building Reps are the foundation of an effective union and this training will provide the fundamental knowledge and leadership skills you need to support and represent your fellow members.

98th MEA Representative Assembly
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-17 | Sable Oaks, 200 Sable Oaks Drive, South Portland, 04106, United States
When: May 15, 16 & 17
Location: Portland Sheraton at Sable Oaks, 200 Sable Oaks Drive, South Portland, ME 04106

MEA Summer Camp 2026
2026-07-27 - 2026-07-28 | USM – Portland, 88 Bedford Street, Portland, ME, 04103, United States
MEA Summer Camp offers the perfect FREE opportunity for members to connect with union colleagues from across the state and to enhance their skills as educators, leaders, and change-makers.
