NEA has produced more than a half dozen national political ads this season supporting candidates friendly to education and attacking politicians who are not. According to Executive Director John Stocks, the ads are part of a very intentional move by the organization to engage more directly in politics. “We made a conscience effort to lift our members’ voices up,” he said. “Lily has said that we can’t have the circumstance
Political Action
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September 1, 2013
Super Week
Thank you Virginia, for a wonderful Super Week. I am so sorry that you were not able to come Sarah, but a HUGE thank you for for setting up all the appointments you did. The legislative assistants were very sorry to hear about your fall and wish you well. Your contacts were great! Stephanie Terezon and I were able to keep most of the appointments, and we dropped in on
April 15, 2013
Thank you!!
Thank you so much to everyone for all the help, support, and encouragement that led to my election! I am looking forward to fulfilling my role as the NEA Director for Virginia.
March 12, 2013
Communication
It is no secret that we are facing significant obstacles and trying economic times both in our jobs and in our association. We cannot be afraid to ask the hard questions, but we also need to listen and find viable solutions. We must establish a climate of respect for all.
March 12, 2013
Advocacy
We must raise public awareness of the real learning that goes on everyday in our classrooms, and move the discussion away from test scores as the measure of achievement. We must hold elected officials accountable to give our students and teachers the resources and tools they need to be successful. And we must join together to stop the dismantling of public education.
March 3, 2013
Full Funding for Education
It is important to let our elected officials know that public education deserves full funding. I have organized number of creative events to help the public and elected official understand that education cuts have hurt employees and our students.
January 26, 2013
York Education Association
I am here with York Education Association members during a meeting with Delegate Brenda Pogge in my classroom. As chair of the Colonial PAC I coordinate meetings and talk regularly with our State Delegates and State Senators. I have invited legislators into my room to put a face on mandated education policies and their impact on students, teachers, and schools. Pictured L-R Carol, Mary Pat Gallagher, Delegate Brenda Pogge, Same
