OEA Summer Academy

May 30, 2022

The OEA Summer Academy provides the ability for emerging and prospective leaders of the association to obtain practical knowledge and leadership skills for strengthening the local association. Central will award $100 scholarships to cover the cost of registration. This does not include the cost of the hotel.

Here are the details from OEA: https://ohea.org/event/2022-summer-leadership-academy/

HB 616 Scheduled for First Hearing Testimony from Bill Sponsors: State Censorship Bill Prohibits “Divisive Concepts;” Includes “Don’t Say Gay” Restrictions

May 30, 2022

House Bill 616 has been scheduled for a first hearing in the Ohio House State and Local Government Committee on Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at 3:00 PM, in Room 114 of the Ohio Statehouse. The committee will hear testimony from the bill sponsors, Rep. Mike Loychick (R-Bazetta) and Rep. Jean Schmidt (R-Miami Township). The bill has no co-sponsors.

HB 616 doubles-down on state censorship of “divisive topics” from HB 327 and adds parts of Florida’s recently passed ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law. Violations of “divisive topics” and “don’t say gay” prohibitions could result in educator license revocation and withholding of state funding for schools.

HB 616 applies to school districts, charter schools, STEM schools, and private schools that enroll students in a state voucher program. Higher education institutions would be prohibited from including “divisive topics” in continuing education credits or professional development programs for educator license renewal.

OEA opposes HB 616 and other similar legislation, such as HB 327 (R-Fowler/R-Grendell). Educators and students deserve the freedom to teach and learn without fear of state censorship, intimidation, and punishment based on vague government prohibitions on speech and ideas. All Ohio children deserve an honest and reflective education that empowers them to become critical thinkers and future leaders.

Take action to protect educators and students. Use the OEA HB 616 Action Alert to send an email to your state representative asking them to oppose this harmful legislation:

CLICK HERE TO TAKE ACTION

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BLUE JACKET TICKETS

March 8, 2022

The Columbus Blue Jackets are excited to extend a special offer for to educators for two home games!

Friday, March 11th vs the Minnesota Wild
Saturday, March 19th vs the St. Louis Blues

Each ticket will include a hot dog, popcorn, and soft drink!

To guarantee the best available seat locations, please order ASAP. Offer not valid on day of game.

Click here to purchase tickets

Contact Thryan Nowden at tnowden@bluejackets.com or 614-246-3976 with any questions, concerns, or special requests.

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The Journey to Justice Continues – 2022 Central Diversity Conference

November 21, 2021

The 2022 Central OEA/NEA Diversity conference will be held on January 22nd from 8:45 AM until 12:30PM. The conference will be virtual over Zoom. Registered attendees will be sent the Zoom information two days prior to the conference.

To register
Log in to your Central account (or create an account if you don’t have one)
Scroll down to the “Diversity Conference” event and click “Attending”
Wait a short moment for it to register. That’s it.

Three sessions will be presented.

Session 1 A Legal Look at Diversity
Presented by Makia Burns.
Makia Burns is a staff liaison for The Ohio Education Association. Makia focuses on Professional Development for members and focuses on laws that affect members teaching skills and parameters.

Session 2 Counseling Students with Diverse Backgrounds
Presented by Ernest White.
Ernest White is a Strategies for Intervention and Prevention Program School Counselor for Licking Heights Local Schools. Ernest focuses on working with at-risk youths within the district who have faced disciplinary issues.

Session 3 Classroom Diversity Tips
Presented by Aneeka Farrell.
Aneeka Farrell is a prominent member of the Washington Education Association. Aneeka’s experience, working with implicit bias in classrooms, gives her a keen insight as to how to build peer to peer relationships and work with students of all backgrounds.

Member Resource Guide

November 21, 2021

https://www.centraloeanea.org/component/html5flippingbook/publication/communique-fall-2021/18/component

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