Editor’s Note – Fall 2021: Starting in Quarantine and the Stuff that Helps
As I sit to write this, I have an elementary aged son who is already in quarantine due to exposure at school. We didn’t even make it a full week. It’s a hard to swallow set-back. I think a lot of folks thought this year would be better (and there’s still time) but...
Read Across America – Fall 2021 Recommended Books
Fall 2021 - Create Change Encourage students to envision the world as the kind of place they want it to be with books that help them recognize their power to make a difference. Elementary Change Sings: A Children's Anthem By Amanda Gorman & Illustrated by Loren...
Grants & Opportunities – Fall 2021
MEA and our affiliate partners offer members many opportunities that help provide additional support for your work and your students. MEA encourages you to take advantage of as many of the offerings as possible. MEA Grants Lambert Political Action Grant FMI: Awards...
Collective Bargaining Wins
By: Nate Williams, Collective Bargaining and Research Director Collective bargaining gives educators a voice. Through collective bargaining, MEA members negotiate for more than their own economic security. They are also securing vital resources to help their students...
From MEA’s Executive Director – Rachelle Johnson
It’s All About Perspective So, it’s been a minute since we last chatted. A lot has happened. The summer has come and gone, and now there is a crispness to the morning air. Schools have reopened, and we all are dealing with the ongoing stress and complications of a new...
President’s Letter – Fall 2021
For many, this season is their favorite. Despite the shortening daylight hours, the weather is beautiful—crisp mornings, blue skies, still warm afternoons with sun making the changing leaves glow even brighter. For us in education, this time of year is full of...
2021-2022 Membership Guide
MEA Advocacy Pays Off
MEA stands up for members, ensuring that our voice, values, and priorities are heard & respected both in the workplace & at the statehouse. MEA is continually working for better pay and benefits for members and advocating for policies and investments that...
Challenging Bias and Harassment in Our Schools
Challenging Bias and Harassment in Our SchoolsHaving conversations about identity—including potentially uncomfortable topics like race, religion, and sexual orientation—may not be something you feel like you know how to do, but starting the conversation is important...
Pandemic Lessons Learned
Q & A with the Maine County Teachers of the Year From handwashing tips to better grading practices, to ways to support students who weren’t present, the County Teachers of the Year shared their best ideas with Maine Educator to help make...
Editor’s Note – Fall 2021: Starting in Quarantine and the Stuff that Helps
As I sit to write this, I have an elementary aged son who is already in quarantine due to exposure at school. We didn’t even make it a full week. It’s a hard to swallow set-back. I think a lot of folks thought this year would be better (and there’s still time) but...
Collective Bargaining Wins
By: Nate Williams, Collective Bargaining and Research Director Collective bargaining gives educators a voice. Through collective bargaining, MEA members negotiate for more than their own economic security. They are also securing vital resources to help their students...
From MEA’s Executive Director – Rachelle Johnson
It’s All About Perspective So, it’s been a minute since we last chatted. A lot has happened. The summer has come and gone, and now there is a crispness to the morning air. Schools have reopened, and we all are dealing with the ongoing stress and complications of a new...
President’s Letter – Fall 2021
For many, this season is their favorite. Despite the shortening daylight hours, the weather is beautiful—crisp mornings, blue skies, still warm afternoons with sun making the changing leaves glow even brighter. For us in education, this time of year is full of...
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