OEA’s 2022 Organizing Conference theme of “Better Together: Organizing Through Advocacy” carries a double meaning. Not only does it emphasize the importance of collective action, but indicates the return of the conference as an in-person event. The conference is set for Feb. 25-26 at the Embassy Suites in Northwest Oklahoma
Educational Support Professionals (ESP) make up an average of 1/3 of school staff and are a vital part of education. The Oklahoma Education Association works hard to make sure that support staff is given as many opportunities as certified staff in the association. On October 29, 2022, ESPs were invited
Join us at the 2024 OEA Organizing Conference: “commUNITY is Power” The conference will be held on Friday, February 23 and Saturday, February 24 at the Embassy Suites, OKC (3233 Northwest Expressway, OKC, OK 73112) Member registration is $40. Non-member registration is $50. (Non-members must be employees of a public
Join us at the 2023 OEA Organizing Conference: “Time to put in the netWORK: Thriving for their future!” The conference will be held on Friday, February 24 and Saturday, February 25 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Edmond (2833 Conference Drive, Edmond, OK 73034) Registration is $40 until ticket sales end on
FCPE: What level of funding do you believe Oklahoma’s K-12 public schools need, and as State Superintendent, what would you do to advocate for funding? April Grace: “Well, I think we all know that per-pupil funding is not where we need it to be. Right? We’re dramatically lagging behind the
FCPE: What level of funding do you believe Oklahoma’s K-12 public schools need, and as State Superintendent, what would you do to advocate for funding? William Crozier: “I’ve worked with kids for some time. My project would be to reduce the costs of administrators and administration. Also, keep our money
Putting Education First The Oklahoma Education Association has long been considered the voice of education in Oklahoma. Founded Oct. 19, 1889, as the Oklahoma Teachers Association, the group held its first meeting on Christmas Day of that year at the Guthrie First Methodist Church. The OEA has a rich heritage
Through Access Development, OEA members can find discounts at 75,000 locations in restaurants, hotels, retail stores, and auto shops. You’ll find savings at both national chains and nearby neighborhood favorites including such recognizable names as Gap, Holiday Inn, NY & Co., Gold’s Gym, Big 5 Sport, Tire Kingdom, Budget, Bass,
Some of you may recognize Jennifer Esau as an OEA Board member or from her leadership positions at her local association. After years of being an active member, Esau now joins OEA staff as the Northeast Organizing Specialist. “It has always been my goal to advocate for teachers and for
In the fight to protect and support public education, who is on the other side? There is very well funded, ambitious movement to harm public education in our country. In an effort to help our members understand who some of these groups are, New Business Item 11 at the 2019
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