Celebrate Educators with the Columbus Blue Jackets!
The Columbus Blue Jackets are excited to extend to educators, their family, and friends another opportunity to join us again to catch some CBJ Hockey
OEA celebrates Student Opportunity Profile metrics in state report cards
Ohio Education Association celebrates inclusion of Student Opportunity Profile metrics in new state report cards; calls for private schools to be held to same standards
OEA congratulates 2024 Ohio Teacher of the Year Mark Lowrie
The Ohio Education Association (OEA) extends its warm congratulations to Gahanna-Jefferson Education Association member Mark Lowrie, who was named 2024 Ohio Teacher of the Year Thursday.
OEA/NEA Member Back-to-School Guide
Students may still be enjoying their summer vacations, but for educators, the beginning of the next school year is just around the corner. The editors of @NEAToday & OhioSchools Magazine have compiled a list of our best articles and resources to help you get ready for the fall semester.
Public Education Matters Day
Public Education Matters is an initiative that uplifts the united voices of OEA members to ensure that educators, students, and communities receive fully funded and supported public schools
OEA, Summit County reveal new historical marker
Ohio Education Association, Summit County Executive unveil new historical marker celebrating OEA’s local roots and continued legacy of public education advocacy
Fear and Power: What Really Drives Issue 1
Guest Blog By Julie Holderbaum, Minerva EA/OEA | Issue 1 ends majority rule in Ohio and takes away citizen's right to decide what happens here by undermining the sacred principle of 'one person, one vote.’
OEA-Retired Fall Conference
The OEA-Retired 2023 Fall Conference is sponsoring three virtual webinars in October 2023. This year will feature five OEA active and retired members sharing their stories of courage and determination against adversity. Join us virtually on Zoom on Wednesdays, October 11th, 18th, and 25th at 5pm-6:30pm for an hour and half of inspiration and commitment to advocacy for public education.
July 2023 OEA Retirement Systems Update
Report to the OEA Board of Directors — the State Teachers Retirement System, the School Employees Retirement System, & the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System.
ALL IN FOR OHIO KIDS: Expansion of Unaccountable Vouchers Undercuts Progress on School Funding
Leaders from the All in For Ohio Kids coalition responded to the biennial budget passed by the Ohio General Assembly
Nine Grad Credit Hours for $200
The Ohio Education Association (OEA) has partnered with Ursuline College and VESi to offer members a yearly subscription to online graduate courses. This exclusive benefit is only available to OEA members.
Ohio Education Association deeply troubled with the Senate’s anti-public education substitute version of House Bill 33
Ohio Education Association vows to continue fighting for pension security for all after disappointing STRS election results
OEA to continue fighting for pension security in wake of STRS election
Ohio Education Association vows to continue fighting for pension security for all after disappointing STRS election results
Celebrate Ohio’s exceptional educators!
Ohio’s educators make a difference in their students’ lives every day. From classroom teachers to paraeducators, professors, bus drivers, school secretaries, custodians, and more, Ohio’s public school employees have dedicated their lives to serving our kids and making our schools great. Help recognize an Education Champion by nominating a special educator!
Public Sector Employment and Political Activism: Using Your Voice While Protecting Your Job
The First Amendment protects all citizens of the United States by limiting the government’s ability to abridge freedom of speech. However, when the government is also a person’s employer things can become a bit more complicated.
OEA on the Issues | OEA Legislative Scorecard | Find My Ohio Legislators
Protect Your Students. Protect Your Contract. Protect Your Profession.
OEA 175th Anniversary Video
Since 1847, the Ohio Education Association has been proud to lead the way for great public schools for every child. As OEA marks its 175th anniversary, members and leaders have been sharing their memories from the last several decades of …
Public Sector Employment and Political Activism: Using Your Voice While Protecting Your Job
The First Amendment protects all citizens of the United States by limiting the government’s ability to abridge freedom of speech. However, when the government is also a person’s employer things can become a bit more complicated.
Vote No in August! Join the One Person One Vote Campaign!
Protect our freedom and stand up to this undemocratic, unfair, unpopular and unnecessary amendment! Vote NO in August! We need your voice to win!
OEA/NEA MEMBER-ONLY BENEFITS
Your OEA membership is there to support you in the important, life-changing work that you’re doing. Visit OEA ACCESS to unlock even more dining, travel, auto, retail, and recreational discounts.
OEA Legal Services — Protecting Your Rights
The high cost of hiring an attorney to protect employment rights should not be a deterrent to an OEA member. Each year, the OEA-NEA Legal Services Program provides paid legal representation to members who are forced to take legal action in a matter relating to their job.
Wellness Issues and Resources
There is currently an increased need to provide OEA members with information and resource offerings in relation to stress/wellness. This is a roundup of resources to support student and staff mental health.
EdPro Connect
Ohio Education Association’s Education Professional Connection (EdPro Connect) provides background and resources on the most current topics in public education. Each EdPro Connect entry features insights from OEA professionals as well as links to additional resources
Month-at-Glance — Featured Events
OEA Master Calendar
- Online Master Calendar — (How to submit and use the calendar portal.)
Additional Events
2023-2024 OEA Member Resource Guide
2023-2024 OEA Member Resource Guide
Thank you for your membership, your voice, and your commitment to education. As an OEA member you have access to an array of benefits and services at the local, state, and national levels. Use this guide as an overview to help …
2023 OEA Bargaining Boot Camp
2023 OEA Bargaining Boot Camp
The OEA Bargaining Boot Camps will provide local-specific financial analysis, health insurance, and contract language assessments.
My OEA App
My OEA App
The newly updated My OEA app allows you to interact with OEA, whenever you are, on your mobile device. Download the latest version to stay informed and advocate for great public education on behalf of the students of Ohio and public education employees. With My OEA you can keep up-to-date on OEA events, take action on legislation and policy affecting public education, contact OEA, find important OEA resources, and more.
