The Voice of Public Education in Western Ohio
In times such as these where educators are facing so many challenges, the WOEA Board of Directors and myself wanted to reach out to our members to recognize their efforts in doing what they do – providing outstanding educational opportunities for our students, supporting fellow educators and our communities. Our first honor goes to Tony Appelbaum, a paraprofessional at MCESC- Learning Center North. He was recommended by Lori Herrick and will receive a $25.00 gift card.
“Tony is a “floater” at our middle school and high school. It is a separate facility setting for students with severe mental health needs and multiple disabilities.
Tony’s job is to assist with behavior problems as they arise in the classroom. He gets a workout each day as he seems to be everywhere and anywhere you would possibly need him all day, every day. He walks the halls and checks in on classrooms. He organizes drop off and pick up of students from about 30 different school districts each day. He knows every student in the school by name and which bus or other type of transportation they ride. He is an integral part of keeping students and staff safe. You can hear Tony before you see him because of his very distinct loud deep voice. This can be very helpful as a deterrent for students and also helps teachers to always know he’s around if needed.
He has almost perfect attendance, never wanting to miss a day even when not feeling well or if hurt.
Tony rarely takes a lunch break and if he does it’s often while sitting in a chair in the hallway ready to put his food down to run to the next problem!
He builds a good rapport with both students and staff and brings a positive attitude and presence with him in whatever he is doing. ”If you would like to recognize or give a shout out to a fellow member, group, or local, please submit your nomination to woea@woea.org. I believe Lori’s word reflect best on Tony. Congratulations Tony and keep up the great work. You are a shining example of who we aspire to be.
WOEA President Joyce Coney-Lacy
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WOEA-R Offering membership for $70
Please share this application with anyone from your local that has retired recently. Also, remember anyone is eligible for membership at any time. Right now they are offering for a limited time a joining fee of $70.00. Download application
The OEA-R Fall Conference will take on a different form this year. The conference will be held virtually beginning September 30 and continuing October 7, 14, 21 from 10:00-11:30 each session. If a member misses a session, they will be able to view the missed session before the next one. There will be no cost, but registration is required. OEA-R will create a Racial and Social Justice taskforce and attendance at this webinar will be one of the requirements.
Click this link to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
If you have any questions, please email Phil A. Long, OEA-R Vice Chair.
WOEA Dues to Increase
At the WOEA Spring R.A. the proposed amendment to the WOEA By-Laws passed to increase dues. This change will be effective September 1, 2021. They are as follows:
Full-time Teacher - $14.00
Half-time Teacher - $7.00
Quarter-time Teacher - $3.50
Full-time ESP - $7.00
Half-time ESP - $3.50
Quarter-time ESP - $1.75
Associate Member - $7.00
Student Member - Gratis
Honorary Member - Gratis
Corporate Member - $50.00