1. www.eeaoffice.com

2. Union is a Verb Union verb \ˈyün-yən\ : an organization of workers protecting the rights and interests of its members, as directed and supported by the membership

3. OUR MISSION “The EEA is an inclusive organization that empowers, informs, and advocates for its members. We believe the educators’ voice is essential to improving education.”

4. EEA MEMBERS WERE ON THE STREETS COLLECTING SIGNATURES FOR I-1351 EN MASSE!

6. SUCCESS! WE MADE IT ON THE NOVEMBER BALLOT!

7. Now the fun begins! Doing our part to pass I-1351 …at the Clark County Fair!

9. EEA will need your help with 2 nights of phone banks for I-1351! Thursday, October 16, 2014 4:45 – 7:45 PM Monday, October 27, 2014 4:45 – 7:45 PM We will need 36 EEA volunteers total for this effort!

10. EEA will need your help to elect our very own Monica Stonier! Saturday, October 11, 2014, 9:30 AM – 12:30 Saturday, October 18, 2014, 9:30 AM – 12:30 Saturday, October 25, 2014, 9:30 AM – 12:30 We will need 75 EEA volunteers total for this effort! Walk and Knocks!

11. EEA Rep Council Meetings 2014-15 Meal and topics of interest provided 4:00 p.m. Meeting begins 4:30 p.m. 6:00-6:15 Leadership available to meet as needed September 29 (Rep. Training 4:15-6:15 pm) October 20 November 17 December 15 January 26 February 23 March 16 April 27 May 18 All Rep Council meetings will be held here!

12. NEA Member Benefits For All Members NEA Complimentary Life Insurance – Automatic Coverage provided at no cost to members – Up to $1,000 of term life insurance – $5,000 of accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage – $50,000 of AD&D insurance for any covered accident that occurs on the job or while serving as an Association Leader† – $150,000 of life insurance for unlawful homicide while on the job – HAVE YOU UPDATED YOUR BENEFICIARY???? Please go to www.neamb.com to register as a memberwww.neamb.com and name your beneficiary. 12

13. Interested in attending the Association Representative Training? Monday, September 29 4:15-6:15 PM (right here!) Let Cindy know ASAP, and if you have special dietary considerations

14. Let’s push it to over 60% at every site!

15. Have you had a chance to reach out to the new hires in your building? Remember, we need you to approach EACH new hire, and ask them to complete their membership form. If they do not complete the membership form, they will not be receiving all the benefits of membership.

16. Have you and your fellow reps at your site let your Principal know you would like to set up a short monthly meeting to check-in and touch base on building happenings? Want help with this? Ask your Executive Board Liaison for more pointers or to join you at your 1 st meeting! Great idea!

17. LiaisonSchoolLiaisonSchool Rob MillerMountain ViewTrang DoFisher's Landing Columbia ValleyRiverview Michelle RobertsonFrontierNecia GannonPioneer Silver StarFircrest Mike IngallsIllaheeKaren Morley-SmithSunset EvergreenYork Stephen MillerBurton Wendy SmithShahalaLegacy Wy'East CrestlineJulia AppleCCSC 49th Street Darcy HaberlHeritage ImageHeather PetrikHearthwood IQ Academy Marj HoganUnionASC/Special Services Harmony Marla MortonCascade Marcia GwynnePacificEndeavour Mill PlainMarrion Tracy WorralBBCLisa RichterCovington HeLaEllsworth Bill BevilleSifton Orchards Meet your EEA Executive Board Liaisons!

18. Need child care in order to regularly attend these Association Representative Meetings? EEA is investigating options to provide free child care, with responsible sitters at Dizzy Castle! You would need to sign the appropriate Dizzy Castle & EEA waivers. Your participation and your children are important to your EEA union family!

19. OPEN ENROLLMENT! Make sure YOU and your members are mindful of the September 30 th District deadline for insurance/benefits changes.

20. How much do you think you will need to save for retirement? It is probably not enough. Confused about your savings in the TRS Retirement System? Looking for free, supportive consultation from your NEA supported VALIC Representative? Contact Cassie Johnson, Financial Advisor (360) 901-9063 (800) 892-5558 Ext. 87818 cassie.johnson@valic.com

21. WEA has just opened registration for the October National Board, National Board Renewal, and ProTeach® Jump Start seminars. Contact: Sheila Beaver 253-765-7075 National Board & ProTeach® Jump Starts (21 Hours) Location: Todd Beamer High School 35999 16th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 Dates and Times (over two consecutive weekends): Friday, October 10 – 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday, October 11 – 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Friday, October 17 – 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm Saturday, October 18 – 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Cost: $150.00 for WEA members. Clock hours available.

22. Were you on a Comprehensive Evaluation last year? Did you receive a Distinguished or Proficient? If yes, you SHOULD NOT be on a Comprehensive Evaluation this year UNLESS you are a provisional employee. You should be on a Focused Evaluation

23. National Board Renewal Jump Start (7 Hours) We are also offering a one-day Renewal Jump Start for NBCTs who are in their 8th year of National Board Certification – NBCTs must complete renewal by the end of their 9th year of Certification in order to maintain their National Board Certificate. Location: Todd Beamer High School 35999 16th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 Date and Times: Saturday, October 18 – 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Cost: $50.00 for WEA members. Up to 7 clock hours are available for this seminar For more information and registration links to all the October Jump Start seminars go to the EEA website at www.eeaoffice.comwww.eeaoffice.com

24. NEA Auto Buying Program The BEST way to buy a new or used car…FREE to members 8,000 Certified Dealers and guaranteed no haggle pricing Average member savings of $3221 off MSRP with a Guaranteed Savings Certificate Upfront pricing, price comparisons and a member support center TueCar Buyer Bonus; Auto repair reimbursement, Auto Deductible Reimbursement and Auto Expert Opinion Please go to www.neamb.com to register as a memberwww.neamb.com and start your car shopping. NEA Member Benefits…Looking For A New Car & Great Deals?

25. THANK YOU FOR BEING HERE! Take good care of YOU and be good to yourself this year!