It can’t be said often enough: thank you to our servicemen and women who have made sacrifices to protect this country and its values. As we get ready to celebrate Veteran’s Day and honor these great women and men, let us reflect on what they have done for us via their service in our Armed…
Take Time to Take Care of You
When the end of October and the beginning of November roll around, every teacher knows it is one of the hardest times of the year. Multiple Fridays off means more behaviors to deal with on top of all of the professional development, grading, and conferences–when does it end? Throw in the Daylight Savings time transition,…
Classroom of the Week
We’d like to feature the great ideas of educators around Greater Albany. Please be sure to check out our first Classroom of the Week featuring Karin Heley from Oak Elementary School. Got a classroom you’d like to see featured? Let us know here.
Contract Copies Available
October is a big month: today is Statewide Inservice day, and later this month we have conferences on October 24th and 25th. It can be a difficult month to get through. One of the great things about being a part of Greater Albany Education Association is that you are never alone, even if you feel…
Smile File Social: October 29th
Join us for the Smile File Social for Early Career Educators on October 29th at 4pm. The social will feature drinks, snacks, crafting, gift bags, and a good time. There will be door prizes to give away, too. Come as you are, if you can! Early Career Educators are in the first five years of…
So long, September!
The season is shifting: the leaves are beginning to fall, football is on television, and the pumpkin patches are opening. But beyond enjoying the wonders of fall, you may have some questions or concerns about the contract, your prep time, too many meetings, or class size. That leads us to: Who Do I Turn To?…
Third Thursday Is Almost Here
What is Third Thursday? Simply put, it is a time to kick back, relax, and enjoy hanging out with fellow teachers from around the school district. There is no obligation other than showing up. It’s not a meeting. It’s just fun. The first two are scheduled to meet at No Rails Ale House, September 19th…
Ready, Set–Grades!
Ahh, the second week of school. Hopefully, everyone is settling in–staff and students alike! Grading Policies and Parent Contact While perhaps not the most glamorous part of our contract, it is important to know the general guidelines put forward in Attachment F, Pinnacle Guidelines. It is also important to note how they interact with board…
One Week Down, and Many More to Go!
How can the union support you as you move through the school year and serve our students? How can we help you be the best educator and advocate for your kids that you can be? How are dues dollars an investment in yourself as a professional? Whether you realize it or not, the bulk of…
Contract Language to Know Now: Class Size, Student Discipline, and Sick Leave MOU
What You Need to Know: Class Size, Student Discipline, and Sick Leave MOU Class Size Cutoffs: K-2 27 or more students 3-5 31 or more students Middle School 34 or more students High School 36 or more students Class Size/School Committee: A school committee will be created in each building made up of building staff…
Do You Know What Dues Are Spent On?
There have been a lot of questions going around lately about what dues dollars are spent on, especially at the state and national levels. There is also a lot of misinformation about what union dues get spent on, particularly as it relates to New Business Items (NBIs) passed at both the state and national Representative…
Check Out Our New Features!
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