What My Students Learned About Academic Freedom—and What it Means for All of Us

By Julianne Siegfriedt, PhD., Assistant Professor in Sociology and Women & Gender Studies, University of Southern Maine. All views are expressed...

What I Love About School Magazine Cover Contest

MEA is pleased to showcase student artwork from our 9th annual Maine Educator Art Cover Contest. This year’s submissions highlighted what students...

My Hero Works at School Essay Contest

This year, MEA received dozens of submissions for the annual My Hero Works in School essay contest. Each year, it is a highlight for us to read...

Teaching While Scared

Violent student outbursts are putting educators at risk. By: Brenda Álvarez, Senior Writer, NEA...

Editor’s note – Winter 2021

Editor’s note – Winter 2021

Robe O'Clock In the beginning of this pandemic, my loving husband bought me a new robe. This was right around the time when it seemed like everyone...

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...

Collective Bargaining Wins

By: Nate Williams, Collective Bargaining and Research Director Collective bargaining gives educators a voice. Through collective bargaining, MEA...

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