Mid-Atlantic
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Allegany County Teachers' Association
13145 Warrior Dr, PO box 5179
Crespatown, MD 21505-5179
(301) 729-8280 Phone
(301) 729-4834 Fax |
Valeria Arch, President/Project Coordinator
Steve Benson, UniServ Director
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| The focus of this NEA Urban Grant is on professional women teachers and support personnel of the Allegany County Teachers’ Association (ACTA). The Association has researched the needs of its membership and has found that there is a great need to provide workshops for women that help build collaborative relationships among themselves and strengthen their roles of leadership in the Association. With the assistance of these NEA funds, ACTA will provide these workshops. |
Cecil County Classroom Teachers Association
222 South Bridge St #6
Elkton, MD 21921
(410) 398-0713 Phone
(410) 398-0709 Fax |
Linda Elwood, President/Project Coordinator
Denise Beattie, UniServ Director
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The Cecil County Classroom Teachers Association will reach out to teachers with five years or less of teaching experience by offering self-directed professional development opportunities not offered by the school system or any other local education organization. The training opportunities offered will focus on requests made by members through recent surveys.
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Pitt County Association of Educators
PO Box 283
Simpson, NC 27879
(252) 758-3759 Phone
(252) 353-5275 Fax |
Beth Edwards, President/Project Coordinator
Wofford Thomas, UniServ Director
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It has become evident to the Pitt County Association of Educators (PACE) that the requirements of NCLB and other state legislation has created a great deal of stress and continues to negatively impact the moral of educators. With the support of this grant, PACE will provide its members with quality professional development and resources to help improve classroom instruction thus improving student achievement. Through their project, PACE will further develop its collaborative relationship with county leaders as well as continue the nurturing of their membership.
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Midwest
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Des Moines Education Association
206 Center Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
(515) 471-8040 Phone
(515) 471-8043 Fax |
Melissa Spencer, Project Coordinator
Alan Young, President
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The Des Moines Education Association (DMEA) believes that to enhance its position as a local, state, and national leader in public education, the Association must increase its visibility, influence, and leverage. To assist in this effort, DMEA will use the NEA Urban Grant funds to develop, coordinate, and implement a new DMEA “presence” initiative. This initiative will be designed to create, coordinate, and implement multiple, varied, and complementary inter-committee “presence” activities and projects aimed at raising the Association’s internal and external visibility and influence.
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Lansing Schools Education Association
1480 Kendale Blvd.
East Lansing , MI 48823
(517) 337-5455 Phone
(517) 337-5485 Fax
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John Sougstad,Project Coordinator
Jerry Swartz, President
Dan Zarimba, UniServ Director
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The Lansing Schools Education Association (LSEA) will use their NEA Urban Grant funds to implement an evidence-based training program for teachers and parents providing scientifically proven methods to attain positive, productive classroom and home climates conducive to high student achievement and pro-social citizenship. The program facilitates collaboration, problem-solving and social support among groups of teachers and parents focusing on promoting children’s social skills, preventing behavior problems, and sustaining good learning habits from early elementary school forward.
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Northeast
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Eastern Area Education Association
2906 William Penn Highway
Suite 402
Easton, PA 18405
(610) 258-8862 Phone
(610) 258-8864
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Elizabeth Moore, Project Coordinator
Charlie D. Brill, President
Robert Creveling, UniServ Director
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The Easton Area Education Association’ Community Impact Fund (CIF) seeks to improve the lives of children in Easton Area School District and strengthen support for public education and the teacher’s union. With the support of this NEA Urban Grant, the Association will be able to publicize this newly established non-profit and thus have the opportunity to work with local businesses and other non-profit organizations that serve student’s needs.
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Middle County Teachers Association
1919 Middle County Road
Centereach, New York 11720
(631) 585-4308 Phone
(631) 585-4860 Fax |
Patricia Damato, Project Coordinator
Nadia Resnikoff, President
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In late summer of 2006, the Middle County CSD funded a district-wide pre-kindergarten program which lead to the hiring of new teachers to staff this program. The Middle County Teachers Association will use NEA’s Urban Grant funds to create and deliver a pre-kindergarten teacher/parent symposium to build a strong foundation of parent/ teacher cooperation and to promote student success. The Association will also link new teachers with a select cadre of experienced staff members to ensure their success and the growth of the Association.
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Parkland Education Association
2700 N. Cedar Boulevard
Allentown, Pennsylvania 18104
(610) 351-5900 ext. 74125 Phone
(610) 351-5600 Fax
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Deborah Zosky, Project Coordinator
John Ritt, President
Deborah McConomy-Wallace, UniServ Director
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The Parkland Education Association believes that positive communication is better fostered by developing learning communities outside of the school building for the purpose of education the community on topics of their immediate concern. With the support of these funds, the Parkland Education Association will sponsor informational sessions for the Parkland School District Community that will feature teacher led discussions on elementary, middle school, and high school topics. The sessions will offer a non-threatening environment where students and parents will receive information, ask questions, and become members of the learning community.
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Rochester Teachers Association
30 North Union Street
Suite 301
Rochester, New York 14607
(585) 546-2681 Phone
(585) 546-4123 Fax |
Margaret Sergent, Project Coordinator
Adam Urbanski, President
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This NEA Urban Grant will assist with the development and initial implementation of the Rochester Teachers Association’s Future Leaders Institute. The goal of the Institute is to develop new leaders for the union, continue to professionalize the union, and promote the best educational practices for their teachers and students. The Association will collaborate with Cornell University School of Industrial Labor Relations, New York State United Teachers, NEA and AFT in the development of the curriculum for the Institute.
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Syracuse Teachers Association
26 Lakeside Blvd East
Waterbury, Connecticut 06806
(203) 465-7044 Phone
(202) 465-7044 Fax |
Edward O'Rourke, Project Coordinator
Kate McKenna, President
Heather Sponenburg, Labor Relations Specialist
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The Syracuse Teachers Association (STA) will use the NEA Urban Grant funds to provide training for participants of the Peer Assistance and Review program and provide the NYSUT Educational Research and Dissemination Foundations Course. These strategic actions will support new teachers in the Syracuse City School District thus connecting these teachers to the Association and increasing their retention rates.
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Waterbury Teachers Association
26 Lakeside Blvd East
Waterbury, Connecticut 06806 |
Patrick Ospalek, President & Project Coordinator
Jim O'Brien, UniServ
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The Waterbury Teachers’ Association will use the NEA Urban Grant Funds to collaborate with a polling firm to assess the needs of new teachers in the Waterbury Public Schools in order to determine the best means possible to support and retain these members. From the data gathered, the Association will work with the Waterbury Public School’s School Board, community and members to improve teacher quality and improve the local’s support of these members.
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Pacific
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Boise Education Association
PO Box 2638
Boise, ID 83701
(208) 345-4450 Phone
(208) 342-3212 Fax |
Kathy Yamamoto, Project Coordinator/Executive Director
Laurie McCurdy, President
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The Boise Education Association will use the NEA Urban Grant to fund a "Re-Ignite and Re-Energize Campaign" which will target educators with ten or more years in the profession. Through this program, participants will be given a shared learning and bonding experience, and will encourage them to rekindle their passion for the association and for their profession.
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Hawaii State Teachers Association - Leeward
1200 Ala Kapuna St
Honolulu, HI 96819
(808) 833-2711 Phone
(808) 839-7106 Fax |
Susan Bitler, Project Coordinator
Gail Kono, President
Joan Husted, UniServ Director
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Though this NEA Urban Grant, the Hawaii State Teachers Association will fund a project that is structured around helping its teachers to become aware of and understand the hidden class factors of poverty and to develop strategies that meet the actual needs of their disadvantaged students.
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Pudget Sound UniServ Council
32020 1st Avenue South #105
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 838-8571 Phone
(253) 838-8571 Fax |
Shannon Rasmussen, Project Coordinator
Monica Strickland, Project Coordinator
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| The locals of the Pudget Sound UniServ recognize that to be truly effective in meeting the needs of its members, it is essential that they be authentically organized. They will use this NEA Urban Grant to invest in that organization endeavor by undertaking a series of steps toward strong locals. Working as a unit to support each other, all locals within the Pudget Sound UniServ will work together on this effort. |
Vista Teachers Association
1717 E. Vista Way, Suite 203
P.O. Box 1302
Vista, CA 92085-1302
(760) 758-2690 Phone
(760) 758-6340 Fax |
Barbara Franklin, Project Coordinator
Jason Zaitz, Project Coordinator
Jan O'Reilly, President
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| To create a positive political climate, foster healthy community relations and promote literacy, the Vista Teachers Association will begin an outreach program with Tri-City Medical Center. This program will foster literacy and allow teachers to become a positive force for change in their schools. |
Southeast
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Morgan County Education Association
Attention: Karen Melson
5933 Hwy. 36 W
(256) 773-7339 Phone
(256) 773-7339 Fax |
Karen Melson, Project Coordinator
Karen Melson, President
Gloria Johnson, UniServ Director
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With the support of these NEA grant funds, the Morgan County Education Association will collaborate with the local school system to provide training opportunities for all teachers and support staff in how to effectively engage in professional book studies and establish a professional library. Through this program, educators will be involved in developing and refining new approaches to teaching, assessment, and curriculum while increasing opportunities for comaraderie within the educational community.
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Palm Beach County Classroom Teachers Association
715 Spencer Dr
West Palm Beach, FL 33409
(561) 434-8390 Phone
(561) 434-8178 Fax |
Barbara Myers, Project Coordinator
Theo Harris, President
Helene Samango, UniServ Director
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Collaborating with the local school district, the Palm Beach County Classroom Teachers Association will provide research-based professional development opportunities for teachers designed to improve teacher quality as well as student achievement. Through the proposed training of trainers program, CTA intends to build the capacity for the local to be self sufficient in the Educational Research and Dissemenation program.
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St. Lucie County Classroom Teachers Association
371 East Midway Road
Ft. Pierce, FL 34982
(772) 464-6430 Phone
(772) 464-7446 Fax |
Victoria Rodriguez, Project Coordinator
Karen Lyman, Project Coordinator
Vanessa Tillman, President
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| With the support of this NEA grant, the St. Lucie County Classroom Teachers Association and Classified Unit will “fill the gap” in the state and school district’s efforts to retain highly qualified teachers for every classroom by providing one-to-one mentorship/coaching for teachers new to the teaching profession and in their first, second or third year of teaching. |
Western
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Aurora Education Association
2851 South Parker Road
Suite 1000
Aurora, CO
(303) 696-6265 Phone
(303) 696-0104 Fax |
Rosana Trujillo, Project Coordinator
Brenna Isaacs, President
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Current demographics in Aurora Public Schools present a dramatic increase in the number of linguistically diverse students in critical need of specific instruction that addresses their unique educational needs. With the support from this grant, Aurora Education Association teacher members will develop ongoing professional development and collegial networking to provide support for instruction of English Language Learners in order to accelerate achievement for this student population.
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Colorado Springs Education Association
2520 N. Tejon Street
Colorado Spring, CO 80907
(719) 328-2281 Phone
(719) 471-1514 Fax
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Judy Williams, Project Coordinator
Irma Valerio, President |
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The Colorado Springs Education Association will increase the retention rate for teachers by using the NEA Urban Grant funds to provide intensive and timely assistance and support for its teachers through professional Teacher Seminars and individual coaching.
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Fort Worth Education Association
7609 Lisa Court
Fort Worth, Texas 76112
(817) 451-8354 Phone
(817) 740-5405 Fax |
Rubidel Peoples, Project Coordinator
Dave Robinson, President
Bryan Weatherford, UniServ Director
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The Fort Worth Education Association believes that exemplary teachers are the best membership recruiters. By incorporating and merging the elements of relational organizing with the principles of the teacher as an instructional leader, the Fort Worth Education Association (FWEA) will use the NEA Urban Grant to expand its capacity to promote and build new membership and leadership structures while enabling FWEA to impact the education process in the Fort Worth School District.
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Granite Education Assn
5180 South 875 East
Murray, UT 84107
(801) 266-4411 Phone
(801) 266-3362 Fax |
Nikki L. Peterson , Project Coordinator
Jay Blain, President
Starleen Orullian, UniServ Director
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| With the assistance of this NEA Urban Grant, the Granite Education association will provide trainings geared toward assisting new hires, pre-service teachers, and career educators (those specifically referred for remediation by local school districts) in classroom management techniques. Educators who attend these workshops and trainings will have the opportunity to network with others in their grade or subject area and view the Association members as “education experts.” |
Moore Association of Classroom Teachers
321 NW 1st
Moore, OK 73160
(405) 799-7333 Phone
(405) 524-0350 Fax |
Jill Dudley, Project Coordinator/President
Pam Westbrook, UniServ Director
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The Moore Association of Classroom Teachers will use the NEA Urban Grant funds to support their Education Extravaganza and Adopt-a-School projects. These projects contribute to restoring confidence in public education by building business partnerships which contribute to the Association’s efforts to increase student achievement, parental involvement, and to create a more favorable political climate for public education.
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San Antonio Alliance of Teachers and Support Personnel
120 Adams Street
San Antonio, Texas 78210
(210) 225-7174 Phone
(210) 226-440 Fax
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Shelley Potter and Sylvia Lovelace, Project Coordinators
Shelley Porter, President
Susan Salinas, UniServ Director
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| The San Antonio Alliance of Teachers and Support Personnel will use the NEA Urban Grant funds to expand its outreach and support to new teachers via a back-to-school bazaar, classroom set-up assistance, and networking lunches in conjunction with professional development sessions. Through these activities, the Alliance will build stronger relationships with new teachers, resulting in increased membership, involvement, and retention. |
Scottsdale Education Association
5520 N. 86th Street
Peoria, Arizona 85382 |
Patricia Faiveley, Project Coordinator
Eric Kurland, President
Mike Dalton, UniServ Director |
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Through the use of surveys, the Scottsdale Education Association has learned that their membership is in need of training focused on leadership development for Association Representatives on all areas of advocacy and educational reform. By making the trainings relevant, informational, and fun, they will assure quality representation at each of their 33 sites.
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