- Attend the budget committee meeting TONIGHT — JDHS library, 6-8pm.
- Express your thoughts and concerns on the most current JSD budget.
- Concerned about funding from the state-level? There will also be a box for collecting letters to legislators, the governor, and our Dept. of Ed Commissioner.
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Support YOUR Bargaining Team
Our bargaining team met all day this past Saturday (Jan. 7th) to prepare for negotiations – Thanks to Barb Kreher and Riverbend staff for providing lunch, snacks and coffee!
The team is meeting again at 5:00pm, this Wednesday (Jan. 11th), at the NEA office (downtown) before they meet with the district. They have really appreciated the food and snacks. Is anyone willing to provide dinner for them this coming Wednesday? Please email Allie Smith at: allison_smith@jsd.k12.ak.us.
Future meeting times are also on the calendar — Can you help with snacks or meals? Check these dates/times and contact Allie Smith to volunteer:
- Thursday, Jan. 19th, 1pm (meet with the district)
- Friday, Jan. 20th, 8am (meet with the district)
- Monday, Feb. 7th (time TBA)
- Tuesday, Feb. 8th (time TBA)
JEA Fall Newsletter
Download it now – Copies to be distributed to all members after Thanksgiving. Have a great Thanksgiving break!
Health News:
–October is Open Enrollment Month for the Sick Leave Bank. If you are a NEW member, have NOT ENROLLED previously, or are RETURNING after a leave of absence, fill out the form and send to our Health Chair, Andrea Stasyszen, before the end of the month to enroll.
We need YOU for Delegates’ Assembly!
JEA is accepting nominations for the NEA-AK Delegate’s Assembly. This is the annual state-wide meeting of locals from around the state, who meet to formulate NEA-AK’s resolutions and business items for the year. The Delegates (i.e. YOU?) review and make changes to NEA-AK’s by-laws and set the legislative agenda for union. It is a fun, busy, invigorating weekend of work. The DA takes place in Anchorage over the weekend of Jan. 26-28. More information can be found on the NEA-AK website.
JEA is currently seeking nominations to fill 8 two-year assignments to DA, as well as seeking 2 alternates. If you are interested, please email Ben Kriegmont no later than 4:00 pm, THIS THURSDAY, Oct. 20th.
Fall Social this Friday, Oct. 7, 4-7pm
DIPAC Visitor Center — Socialize with fellow JEA members, meet Exec Board & Bargaining Team, and enjoy refreshments – Sponsored by Your JEA!
Welcome to the new JEA website!
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Juneau Education Association (JEA) is an affiliate of NEA-Alaska and the National Education Association.
JEA’s purpose is:
a) To represent its members in their relations with their employer.
b) To develop and promote the professional interests and concerns of the members.
c) To promote professional attitudes and ethical conduct among teachers.
d) To work for the welfare of school children, the advancement of education, and the improvement of instructional opportunities for all.
e) To encourage teachers to exercise their rights and privileges as citizens and to provide leadership in civil affairs.
f) To hold property and funds for the attainment of Association purposes.
I am JEA – You are JEA – WE are JEA!
