Loudoun Education Association

Do you want a real voice in your working conditions? Signing your union authorization card is the first step.

https://loudounea.org/collective-bargaining

It's time we use our outside voices. We are stronger together. Collective Bargaining will give us a say in working conditions, pay, and benefits. Sign your card today and join LEA.

https://loudounea.org/collective-bargaining

Calendar option 5 has been adopted

Do you ever feel like this? If so, sign your collective bargaining authorization card today! When we have a seat at the table, workers have a say in their working conditions.

https://loudounea.org/collective-bargaining

Members who have attended in the past raved about this conference.

🚨Registration is Open🚨

VEA is proud to announce our 2023 Summit on Teachers of Color, “Mirrors: Reflective Practices to Empower All.”

We’ll gather in Norfolk February 17-18 to tackle issues including the removal of barriers that hamper minority teaching candidates, diversifying the educator pipeline, retaining teachers of color, improving working conditions, building culturally relevant practices, boosting compensation, and cultivating community.

Don’t miss this event—and the sooner you sign up, the better price you’ll get. Our early bird prices last until December 5!

Learn more and register at https://www.veanea.org/toc-summit/

Happy American Education Week! Here's one way to celebrate: Pledge to defend safe, just, and equitable schools for all students. We'll send you an "I ❤️ Public Education" bumper sticker after you sign!
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LEA Members and friends-join us at our Social Justice & Minority Caucus meetup. Help us develop plans on how we can best support students and staff.
*light appetizers will be served/trivia night begins at 7:00

Thursday, November 17th @ 5pm
The Loudoun Kitchen & Bar
510 East Market Street, Leesburg, VA 20176
RSVP:
https://form.jotform.com/220395255165961

Are you a member working in the transportation department? If so, fill out this quick survey and let us know if you can join us for a brief zoom call. We want to speak with you and get your thoughts on the union and collective bargaining.

Here is the survey, please complete the survey by Friday 11/11. The zoom link will be emailed to the email we have on file next Monday.

https://doodle.com/meeting/participate/id/avlD4v8d

ACTION ALERT: The transfer and involuntary assignment policy is on the agenda for review at the HRTD meeting tomorrow. There are SIGNIFICANT changes proposed. Click the link for more information and submit YOUR comments to the HRTD Committee.

https://loudounea.org/action-alerts

Let's have some election day fun!

Email a pic of you and your "I voted" sticker to [email protected] and we will post it on our page. If you don't have a picture, share your favorite education meme.

We will do a drawing for a $20 gift card tomorrow morning!

Has anyone heard if there is an election tomorrow? (JK)

Members of the LEA PAC recommend Erika Ogedegbe in the Leesburg district and Nick Gothard in the Broad Run district.

As a reminder-NO dues dollars go to LEA PAC. Those donations are strictly voluntary.

Vote! No excuses!

is almost here, but there is still time to make a difference! Help get out the vote to elect pro-public education candidates by volunteering for one of our upcoming events around VA.

Sign up at www.mobilize.us/vea/

Loudoun Education Association

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AUTHORIZATION CARDS
- NO cards that were previously signed have expired, BUT all card will expire February 2023
- We must continue to add to our card count so that we can obtain union contracts for LCPS employees
- LCPS will NOT have possession of your cards and your information IS confidential. LEA retains all signed cards

Sign an authorization card here: https://loudounea.org/collective-bargaining

Who needs to sign another card?
- Name change
- Position change
- Worksite change
- Contract type changed: You moved from a substitute to a full-time employee
- Not signing with full legal name: Frederick Flintstone signed as Fred Flintstone did not match data provided to us by LCPS
- Hyphenated names sent our database for a loop when we tried to match names-please sign again if your name is hyphenated
- You were so excited to sign, that your handwriting was difficult to read
- Our data entry volunteers were so excited to input your form, they mistyped your name

Sign an authorization card here: https://loudounea.org/collective-bargaining

Loudoun Education Association When educators speak up, we harness the power of collective action for our students and schools.

Upcoming Committee & Caucus Meetings

If you're interested in getting more involved in your union, these are a great place to start! You need to RSVP prior to the meeting.

Rep Assembly - In Person, Wednesday, November 16 @ 5:15 – 6:15 pm

Government Relations Committee - In Person, Monday, November 21 @ 5:15 – 6:15 pm

If you need any special accommodations, you must notify us at least 7 days before the date of a meeting so we can provide them for you.

Do you have a plan to vote? Early voting is fast and easy!

LEA will have a table at the Superintendent’s Open House being held Mon., Oct. 31 and Nov. 1, 11am-3pm at the Administration Building.

We will be in room 104C--come see us for a popcorn bar and information.

ALL LCPS employees are invited to drop by the Open House.

Our Organizing 2 Bargain (O2B) team has been hard at work. They are ready to kick off our collective bargaining efforts. Our commitment to collective bargaining has not waivered. We believe that employees deserve a say in their working conditions, pay, and benefits. Our working conditions are student learning conditions. Sign your collective bargaining card today!

https://loudounea.org/collective-bargaining

Our Union’s Future is Limitless with Your Active Participation

https://loudounea.org/calendar

LCPS employees, you are parents too. Make sure you voice your thoughts on calendar options for next year.

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SAVE THE DATE:
November 16 @ 5:15 pm Association Rep Assembly - Harper Park Middle School, Leesburg (details will be sent as they are developed)

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How ya doin? Where you been? Sign your card again!

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Did you know that you still get a sticker if you vote early? You can even post a picture of your sticker before your friends. The best part of early voting is that you voted!

Check out the link below for specific information on early voting in Loudoun. Do your duty-go vote!

https://www.loudoun.gov/5392/Early-Voting-Information

Did you know that the union isn't just for teachers? Our support staff are able to join LEA as well. Now is the time to join your union and use your voice!

https://loudounea.org/join-today

CORRECTED- Proposed calendars for 2023-24
(from LEA President, Sandy Sullivan's "Thursday Thoughts")

At Tuesday’s School Board meeting three proposed calendars for the 2023-24 school year were presented by staff. There was a great deal of discussion by School Board members over the process Human Relations and Talent Development (HRTD) outlined for the adoption of the calendar.

Also, concerns were shared regarding the need to ensure unencumbered planning days before the school year begins are honored–we are being heard!!

In addition to the 2023-24 School Calendar Teacher Survey (which left out a HUGE group of our educators–Education Support Professionals), there will be a mechanism for employees and the public to provide input. I spoke initially at the HRTD Comm. meeting about this unacceptable oversight, and have now given public comment at the past two School Board meetings.

Input from all employees and the public will be solicited via the LCPS website. I will share that information when it is posted. So, examine the calendar options and prepare to provide your input!

What's your voting plan?

What's your voting plan? Follow these steps to ensure nothing comes between you and your right to vote.

A great day of learning and planning with our Association Reps!!
💪🏻 Union strong! 💪🏻

What Educators Should Know About LGBTQ+ Rights | NEA

What Educators Should Know About LGBTQ+ Rights | NEA This guidance answers FAQs about federal protections for public school students and employees, the threats posted by state legislation, and resources to create an inclusive environment for LGBTQ+ students.

All of us at LEA would like to extend our congratulations to VEA member and 2023 Virginia Teacher of the Year, Fabiana Parker.

This is an incredible achievement! Mrs. Parker will now be in the running for the 2023 National Teacher of the Year. We are so !

https://loudounea.org/join-today

Stay safe this weekend! Our thoughts are with everyone impacted by Hurricane Ian.

Upcoming Committee & Caucus Meetings

If you're interested in getting more involved in your union, these are a great place to start! You need to RSVP prior to the meeting. Zoom links will be sent out prior to the meeting.

ESP Caucus - In Person, Wednesday, October 6 @ 5:15 – 6:15 pm

Membership Committee - In Person, Wednesday, October 12 @ 5:15 – 6:15 pm

Government Relations Committee - In Person, Monday, October 17 @ 5:15 – 6:15 pm

Rep Assembly - In Person, Wednesday, October 26 @ 5:15 – 6:15 pm

If you need any special accommodations, you must notify us at least 7 days before the date of a meeting so we can provide them for you.

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Loudoun 4 All

Join us as we protect public education. We will be at the LCPS School Board Office at 5 pm tomorrow (9/27). Wear your red and stand up for public ed!

Loudoun 4 All We are parents and local leaders mobilizing to create an equitable community for all who call Loudoun County home.

Join us for our first all member meeting of the year! We will meet tomorrow, Wednesday 9/21 at 5:15. This meeting will be virtual. RSVP today!

https://form.jotform.com/222354807067154

Thank you, Chair Randall, for recognizing the hard work of our SEIU family on gaining collective bargaining for county workers. We look forward to standing in solidarity as we keep the momentum of our unions moving forward.

https://loudounea.org/collective-bargaining

Join the voice of public education.

https://loudounea.org/join-today

Loudoun 4 All

Loudoun 4 All We are parents and local leaders mobilizing to create an equitable community for all who call Loudoun County home.