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The Connection
1136 N. Military Ave.
Green Bay, WI 54303
920-496-2440
800-472-5582
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Hello all,
I'm writing to you on my very last day of work at Region 3. I started this job in 2004 working for Bayland Educators, which merged with United Northeast Educators to become Bay Lakes United Educators (BLUE), which merged with KMUC, WEAC Fox-Valley, and part of NTU to become WEAC Region 3.
During all those changes, I had the same email, the same phone number, and the same desk (but quite a few different cars with many miles on them!). It's been 16 years of working with fantastic people in the Labor movement! I've gotten to know and love great educators who work so hard for students and public education and their colleagues. I've worked for amazing leaders who have held office on our Board of Directors. I've worked with terrific co-workers at our Regional office and at the state level - - all committed to the cause that I believe in so strongly.
I'll be gone from the office, but I imagine I'll run into you on the Capitol steps, or in some other place where good people are fighting to demand the changes we need to make public education strong, and public schools a great place to work and learn.
In sol,
Kathy Rohde
[Retired] Regional Director
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Tech college members donate to help their students
The well-being of students and families is top-of-mind during the public health crisis for the Fox Valley Technical College Faculty Association (leaders of which are pictured in this 2018 photo). That's why the union is making sure their students can continue their educations, even when facing substantial barriers.
Read how
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We may be apart, but we're united in purpose and commitment
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Region 3 Special Education Networking Meeting
During our weekly Region 3 zoom meetings, it became apparent that what is happening in one district with Special Ed varies wildly from district to district. It was decided that these educators could benefit greatly by strategizing, sharing best practices and asking each other questions. So, let's do it!
When: June 4, 2020 @ 4:00 PM
Register in advance for this meeting:
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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We'll be discussing how to make the membership ask virtually, how to use various online platforms to your advantage, and engage your fellow members!
1 - 5 pm Virtually
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EDUCATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL CONNECTION CALL
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Region 3 has created an
ESP Connection Call
to check in with one another, keep each other in the loop and plan our next steps. This zoom meeting was organized by Sue Smits, long time ESP activist and advocate, because she recognized the need for this conversation to take place. Now more than ever ESP staff need to be in contact with each other to discuss what their districts are doing, best practices and how to implement them in their own district. The global pandemic has revealed that schools are the social safety nets for many of our communities and that those safety nets work because you do.
Please join us on Thursday
July 7th
at 4 pm via zoom to participate in this important conversation.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
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The 2020 Summer Summit is on! It will be a virtual and modified version of WPEN's annual event, complete with plenary and breakout sessions and plenty of opportunities for networking - all online! Logistics are being worked on, so stay tuned for details and register today by clicking on photo above!
Don't miss Wisconsin's public education event of the year!
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Plan now for Leadership Academy
Are you looking for ideas for strengthening your local association? Join us at WEAC’s Summer Leadership Academy—a virtual training event on July 27 and July 28.
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Join Early at No Extra Cost
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When you become a member of your local association, WEAC and NEA,
by completing an early enrollment membership form, you pay nothing
until September 1 and immediately receive:
- $1 million in coverage under the Educator Employment Liability (EEL) insurance to protect you if a student or parent sues you during the course of employment
- Discounts and savings through NEA Member Benefits (www.neamb.com).
At the start of the school year, you will enjoy the full benefits of membership
including:
- Representation through your local and region in employment disputes
- Eligibility for assistance through the WEAC Legal Services Program in matters related to your employment
- Access to the Attorney Referral Program that provides for two, free half-hour consultations with a participating attorney every year
BECOME A MEMBER TODAY
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You are Invited!
WR3's ALL-MEMBER
Weekly Virtual Gathering
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Wednesday, June 3, 2020
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Please note that you need to PRE-Register for the meeting by clicking on the link above. Then an email will be sent to you with the login link.
We are doing our best to Zoombomb-proof our meeting!
Agenda:
1) Latest updates on school closings.
2) Time for sharing! What's going on in your area?
We look forward to SEEING you!
It's a good idea to log in a few minutes early
to get the audio and video working on your device.
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Clicking on that tab gives you access to a Google Drive with all kinds of updated information. We have posted a document with links and resources, recordings of virtual gatherings, an Excel version of our survey data, and more.
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If you have a question about other meetings, check WEAC's webpage:
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WEAC is committed to ensuring the health and safety of our members and the students they serve and will continue to provide resources and support as they become available.
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WEAC Region 3
1136 N. Military Ave.
Green Bay, WI 54303
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