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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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Your pay info: now online
Beginning in April, employees will be able to access their pay statements and other pay-related information, such as leave requests and certifications, online.
Topics: Compensation, General, Insurance Programs, LPDC/IPDP, Licensure & Certification, News
You’ve come a long way
It’s easy to forget the days when women did not have a voice. They endured harsh working conditions. They were denied a higher education. They were not given a voice in politics.
Topics: General, News
Know your CEA Governor
The CEA Constitution and Bylaws designate the Board of Governors (BOG) as the Associations executive arm. This week’s Voice features Kevin Jackson, Governor of District 5.
Topics: Board of Governors, District 5, General, News
Testing with integrity
On Feb. 7, the Board approved changes to two policies which address test integrity and the use of technology by students.
Topics: General, News
STRS update
Senate Republican leaders now say they expect to act before summer break on plans to address long-term solvency issues of the STRS pension plan.
Topics: Compensation, General, Member Benefits, News
2012 211 calendar and staff reductions
Click on the link above for more information about this year's 211 calendar.
Topics: General, Master Agreement, News
Buildings need real input
CCS administrators are seeing the need for a laser focus on literacy. We applaud the decision to focus on the Common Core State Standards in reading and math and on instructional coaching support.
Topics: General, News, Professional Development
CEA LA attendance for March 1
Click on the link above to see the list of the following buildings/units were represented at the Mar. 1, 2012 LA.
Topics: CEA Legislative Assembly, General, Legislative Assembly, News
Thank your school social worker
As we begin School Social Work Week, we acknowledge the invaluable role school social workers play in students’ lives.
Topics: General, News
School calendar approved
The CEA and the CCS board have reached agreement on the school calendar for the 2012–13 year. Here are some pertinent dates.
Topics: General, Master Agreement, Negotiations, News
You don’t have to wait until March 6
Early voting for the Mar. 6 primary election has begun. You may request an absentee ballot from your local board of elections.
Topics: General, News
Professional learning communities
At the Partnership for Leadership Summit this past August, Dr. Harris introduced the district’s Action Plan which focused on four areas: Partnership, Feeder/ Cluster Development, Curriculum Reform and ...
Topics: General, News, Professional Development
Give the gift of reading
Did you know that children who cannot read at a third-grade level by age 8 are exponentially likely to enter the prison system? This is why supporting Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Read Out and Rea ...
Topics: Charitable Campaigns, General, News, Newsroom
Continuing contract alert
You may be eligible to receive a continuing contract. You will find the form at www.ceaohio.org that you must fill out and submit by Mar. 2 if you meet the eligibility requirements.
Topics: Compensation, General, Licensure & Certification, Master Agreement, Member Benefits, News
Black History Month
Black History Month began in 1926 when historian Carter G. Woodson urged fraternity brothers at Omega Psi Phi to help promote a “Negro History Week.”
Topics: Charitable Campaigns, General, News
Weingarten Rights: Due process is yours
Thirty years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court protected unionized workers’ rights to due process during questioning by a supervisor. The case, NLRB v. J. Weingarten defined your Weingarten Rights.
Topics: General, Master Agreement, Member Benefits, News
Where in the world is the 211 calendar?
CEA has received numerous calls about the dates for the Article 211 process. In last week’s Voice, we gave the dates for 211 training. Since that time, the training dates have changed.
Topics: General, News
Cleveland teachers under attack
The latest Cleveland Schools’ reform plan looks like a blatant attack on collective bargaining. It’s all part of Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson’s new plan to reform the Cleveland Metropolitan School Di ...
Topics: General, News
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