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Eskelsen Garcia Unveils ‘Rabble Rousers’
NEA’s new president, Lily Eskelsen García, is more talented than many members know. Not only was she a teacher of the year in Utah and an accomplished folk singer, she also recently authored the book, “Rabble Rousers.” García’s husband, Alberto, illustrated the book, and the two of them autographed copies on Sept. 19 at the…
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Getting Rid of Offensive Sports Mascot Names
Juneau is a long ways from Washington D.C., but that doesn’t mean that what happens in the nation’s capital isn’t important—even when it comes to sports. Jacqueline Pata is offended by the name of the Washington football team and the misuse of the Native American culture in many other sports mascots. “It’s about respect,” said…
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NEA Gets Political with Ads
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…
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Lily’s First Meeting
Lily Eskelsen García opened her first board meeting as NEA president on Sept. 19 with the simple words of the association’s preamble and mission. “We, the members of the National Education Association of the United States, are the voice of education professionals. Our work is fundamental to the nation, and we accept the profound trust…
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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.
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February 26, 2011
NEA Resolutions wearing red to support Wisconsin!
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National Delegate
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National Education Association President Dennis Van Roekel
I had the opportunity to meet with Dennis Van Roekel on a number of occasions, and ihave found him to be very open and engaging. It is important to continue talking with the NEA on what is happening here in Virginia and in our classrooms. In the time of “Education Reform”, we must make sure…
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I have had the opportunity to work with the VEA leadership on a wide variety of issues. I can be seen here working with VEA President Meg Gruber to determine what questions to ask Senator Tim Kaine. It is critical to ask the hard questions of our legislators and get real commitments to our students…