Creating Responsible Digital Citizens
By: Andrew Kozlowsky NEA MEMBER, ADVANCED Placement U.S. History and Modern World History Teacher So much of student’s lives are wrapped up in digital platforms, whether it’s for school or more often in their personal lives, children and teenagers are influenced by...
Student Behaviors & Conflict Resolution
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...
Four Principles for Using SEL in the Classroom
Try these creative ways to work social and emotional learning into your lessons. By: James Paterson, edited by Giovanna Bechard Continuing to focus on student mental health is necessary as we work through the third school year during a pandemic. Adjustments to...
Inclusive Books at Hermon High School
The Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) at Hermon High School received a grant from MEA’s Human and Civil Rights & Social Justice Committee. With that funding, the GSA club audited the library’s LGBTQIA+ books and ordered books to be more inclusive of the LGBTQIA+...
What You Need to Know About Educators’ Rights and the First Amendment
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...
Handling Parent and Community Hostility
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...
Inclusive Books at Hermon High School
The Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) at Hermon High School received a grant from MEA’s Human and Civil Rights & Social Justice Committee. With that funding, the GSA club audited the library’s LGBTQIA+ books and ordered books to be more inclusive of the LGBTQIA+...
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...
Building Stronger Local Associations
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....
From MEA’s Executive Director Rachelle Johnson – Winter 2021
It’s That Time of Year It is only natural at the end of anything, particularly a calendar year, to take stock of what you have accomplished and what lies ahead. Given the trying times we still find ourselves in, this is especially true this year. For me personally, a...
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...
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