Hi all, 

Lesson 12 from Secrets of a Successful Organizer gives you a strategy for getting members involved in the union's activities. 

"Ask your co-workers to take a specific action. Choose a manageable task. Don't make it seem like an open-ended commitment. Be clear about how much time it will take, why you're doing it, and how it fits into the overall plan.

Here's an unproductive approach: 'A few of us are carrying the whole burden and doing everything in the union. We really need you to get involved.' (This request has the added disadvantage of being a guilt trip.)

What's a better way? 'We're trying to reach 200 people about the dangerous temperatures in the plant lately. Can you be a part of the phone-bank next Tuesday or Wednesday night?' This request defines the task (make calls), the time (Tuesday or Wednesday night), the goal (reach 200 people), and the issue (dangerous temperatures).

If this co-worker had never phone-banked before, you could improve the request further by explaining what to expect. 'A few of us will sit together for two hours and call our co-workers. You'll have a list of phone numbers and a loose script to help you along, including three questions we're asking everybody. Afterwards, we'll tally the answers and discuss what we learned.'"

Click on the photo above to see how the Fox Valley Technical College Faculty Association in Appleton is making a better working environment.

FVTC-FA's President Jim Reinke (first row, far right) had this to say during WEAC Vice President Peggy Wirtz-Olsen's visit:

"Talk to your members and potential members in your work area. We continue to do good things here, and everyone needs to know that it is the Fox Valley Technical College Faculty Association that is making this a better place to work and a better place for students to learn. We have to share our stories."

Region 3 Member Recognized

Here at Region 3, we get lots of questions from teachers about the recent licensure changes. When and how can I report successful semesters of teaching? How much does a background check cost? How do I apply for the background check? The wheels seem to be turning slowly as the DPI has not yet finalized processes and procedures for these things.

For the latest info, check out the Licensing Blog.

National Board Certification:  Get a Jump Start!

Mon., July 30 - Wed., August 1

UW-Eau Claire

SAVE the Date!

This Commission is our best chance at moving past the politics and seeing real change in how our schools are funded. It is an opportunity to show decision-makers what funding equity looks like, and help map out the road to achieving a formula that ensures equal opportunity for success for every student.

Senator Kitchen is leading the charge, and the Commission is coming to hear us!  CLICK HERE for more info from the Wisconsin Public Education Network.

Monday, April 23, 2018

2-6 PM

CESA 6

2300 State Road 44

Oshkosh

(920) 233-2372

WEAC Election Update - Who's not running again?

Happy Hour @ 5 PM

Dinner @ 6 PM

To order, you'll need to provide your last name and the quantity of each entree choice ordered.

Email [email protected]; 

Phone 920-405-0455; or online 
at https://secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/bcdpspringfling18

 

Live Webinars Scheduled for May

ETF is offering a series of 30-minute, live, interactive webinars designed to increase your understanding of Wisconsin Retirement System benefits. Individuals can also ask questions at the end of these sessions. Visit their webinar page to learn more about any of the following sessions.