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Protect your vote
If we are unable to change Ohio’s gerrymandered electoral districts, your vote won’t make a difference.
FAST Act will help schools
Ohio could receive more than $900 million in federal funding to modernize and repair its schools if Congress passes Fix America’s Schools Today (FAST) Act.
Major victory upholds workers' rights
On Nov. 8, we made history. Thanks to you, we soundly defeated Issue 2 and brought to a halt the current Ohio administration’s attempts to discredit and destroy many years of work to develop a strong, ...
Don't wait to vote
Absentee and early in-person voting has begun. CEA will be mailing absentee ballot applications to your building, along with the addresses of several county boards of elections. Click on the link abov ...
The countdown has started
Now is the time to spread the word as often as you can to friends, family and others who need to know why the repeal of SB5/Issue 2 is so important.
Vote now
Did you know that you can vote early? Click on the link above to learn the important times, dates and deadlines.
Vote NO on Issue 2 and do it now
Even if long lines are a thing of the past, you could still be prevented from voting on Election Day by some unforeseen circumstance.
Get out the vote and vote NO on Issue 2
Would you ever forgive yourself if you were prevented from voting on Election Day and awoke the next morning, only to find that Issue 2 passed by one vote?
"No" is the way to go
We need to encourage our friends, family and associates to vote NO when they see 2. Click on the link above for some easy-to-use strategies.
Vote early, vote NO on Issue 2
You never know what could happen on Election Day, and it is important not to lose one single vote to repeal Senate Bill 5 by voting NO on Issue 2. Click on the link above for early voting resources.
Teachers for Better Schools
As you start rolling out your lesson plans, please don't forget to enroll in the organization that puts you at the front lines of education policies. Click on the link above for more information about ...
HB 194 could stop SB 5 repeal
Your help is needed in repealing HB 194, the Voter Suppression Bill. If we fail, this law could stop the SB 5 repeal.
Here's how we can repeal SB 5
We all know that SB 5 (Issue #2 on our ballot) is unfair, unsafe and hurts us all. But we can't assume everyone knows this. Click on the link above for more information.
We need you at the ballot
The Ohio General election is coming. We urge you to make sure you are properly registered to vote. Click on the link above for an important checklist.
No deal, only repeal
Recently, members of the Columbus Education Association contacted us seeking answers about OEA's alleged involvement in an Issue 2 (repeal SB 5) compromise attempt. Click the link above for more infor ...
Short Takes: CEA calendar survey, building evaluation results and SB 5 petitions
Click on the link above for important updates about the CEA calendar survey, building evaluation results and SB 5 petition signatures.
Less than 90 days to repeal Senate Bill 5
Mark your calendar for June 30. That's the deadline for collecting signatures to repeal Senate Bill 5. We need your help.
Calamity day bill to become law
Make them see red
Every Thursday, from now until the November election, we ask that you wear red. Click the link above to learn why.
Petition down payment made
On Sunday, Apr. 3, hundreds of Columbus Education Association members converged on the OEA Headquarters building in downtown Columbus with one thing in mind--lex talionis
Have you joined TBS?
Right now, TBS is raising money for the petition drive against S.B. 5. The more TBS support we have, the more effectively this committee can advocate for you.
Want to fight back? Join TBS
Members are calling the CEA office asking why we are not running ads on TV and radio. Click on the link above to learn what you can do to help.
Fighting back: TBS
Learn how YOU can stay informed and help CEA make a real impact on state policy by clicking the link above.
S.B. 5: Our next steps
Many people are talking about a referendum on Senate Bill 5. Click on the link above to learn about the next steps we will take together to fight S.B. 5.
S.B. 5 passes Senate, goes to House
One vote could have stopped S.B. 5 in committee; one vote could have stopped it on the Senate floor. Click on the link above to read more.
Protect your bargaining rights
We need every single member to get involved to stop S.B. 5. Click on the link above to see how you can help.
S.B. 5 introduced into Ohio Senate
Your rights, benefits and salary contained within the Master Agreement are under attack by state legislators. Click on the link above to join the fight against Senate Bill 5.
CEA S.B. 5 town hall meeting
On Sunday, Feb. 20, Columbus Education Association members and friends packed the OEA Media Center for CEA's Senate Bill 5 (S.B. 5) Town Hall Meeting. Click on the link above to learn more.
You are the CEA: Stop S.B. 5
As your union, CEA is aggressively opposing S.B. 5 in every way we can. Now more than ever, your voice needs to be heard. Click on the link above to learn what you can do to stop S.B. 5.
CEA's S.B. 5 Action Center
Legislative update
In the aftermath of the 2010 elections, significant challenges to Ohio's public school employee unions lie ahead. Click on the link above for more information.
State of the Association
CEA President Rhonda Johnson delivered the annual State of the Association message to delegates at the first Legislative Assembly of the year. Click on the link above to learn more.
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We are one. We are everywhere.
Today, Apr. 4, on the job, in our schools and in our communities, we will remind our elected officials that workers' rights are human rights and those rights will not be destroyed.
Topics: General, News, Newsroom
Turning the clock back three decades
When this issue of The Voice went to press, Senate Bill 5 was on its way to the governor to sign into law. Click on the link above for the latest update on S.B. 5.
Topics: General, News
Thanks for putting books in children's hands
The Columbus Education Association's Reach Out and Read book campaign ended on March 11. Click on the link above to learn more about this charitable campaign.
Topics: Charitable Campaigns, General, News, Newsroom
Governor delivers budget
On Mar. 15, Gov. John Kasich delivered his $55.5 billion, two-year budget plan. The plan claims to increase aid for public education. The reality, according to the Ohio Education Association, is much ...
Topics: General, News, Political Action, Teachers for Better Schools (TBS)
LA attendance biggest ever
Congratulations! We've set a record for attendance at our CEA Legislative Assembly (LA). Click on the link above to see the long list of schools/units that were represented.
Topics: Board of Governors, General, Legislative Assembly, News
Celebrate women's contributions
March is National Women's History Month. This year's theme is "Our History is Our Strength." Click on the link above for more information.
Topics: General, News, Newsroom
Congratulations to the winners
Click on the link above to see the election results for CEA Governors and OEA and NEA delegates.
Topics: Capital District, District 1, District 11, District 4, District 5, General, Middle School Governor-at-Large, NEA RA, National Education Association, News, OEA RA, Ohio Education Association
Know your Governor
Topics: Board of Governors, District 11, General, News
Intergenerational mentoring
Retired teachers have a wealth of knowledge. Click on the link above to learn how you can help the next generation by becoming an OEA-R Intergenerational Mentor.
Topics: CEA - Retired, General, News, Newsroom
You CAN fight back
With your bargaining rights on the state chopping block, there IS something you can do right now. You can sign up to join Teachers for Better Schools (TBS). Click on the link above to learn how to joi ...
Topics: General, News, Political Action, Teachers for Better Schools (TBS)
Teachers for Better Schools: Make your voice heard
Like it or not, it is elected leaders who decide our fate. Senate Bill 5 will weaken the voice of educators and weaken our participation in the political process. Now more than ever, it is important t ...
Topics: General, News, Political Endorsements, Teachers for Better Schools (TBS)
If you must take extended leave, take note
Article 702 of our Master Agreement outlines our negotiated policy on extended leaves. Click on the link above for more information.
Topics: General, Master Agreement, News
CEA members pack OEA for town hall meeting
Hundreds of CEA members attended CEA's Town Hall meeting about S.B. 5. Click on the link to see pictures of the event.
Topics: General, News, Political Action
Give and you could win
If you donate three new books to CEA's Reach Out and Read Book Campaign, you are eligible to enter the drawing for a NookColor. Click on the link above for more information.
Topics: CEA Calendar, Charitable Campaigns, General, News, Newsroom
Bargaining update
Click on the link above to learn about the latest bargaining news from CEA.
Topics: General, Negotiations, News
S.B. 5: Next steps
Currently, S.B. 5 is undergoing consideration in the Ohio House and may be sent to the Governor for his signature. But the fight is not over. We are making plans now to take the issue of collective ba ...
Topics: General, News, Political Action
Governor's message to Ohioans
Despite the protests that have been almost continuous since discussion began on Senate Bill 5, our new Governor, delivering his State of the State address on Tuesday, talked mainly, in rambling and un ...
Topics: General, News, Political Action
Bargaining update
At the special meeting of the Legislative Assembly held on Thursday, Mar. 3, faculty representatives made amendments to our bargaining priorities and voted on the recommendations. Click on the link ab ...
Topics: General, Master Agreement, Negotiations, News
Participate in the annual staff survey
The Master Agreement provides for a district-wide evaluation of each school by the CEA membership. Click on the link above to learn how you can evaluate your work location.
Topics: CEA Calendar, General, News, Staff Survey
Retiring tutor?
For tutors to be eligible for super severance pay, you must notify CCS of your retirement by Friday, Mar. 1. Click on the link above to learn more.
Topics: Compensation, General, Master Agreement, News
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