The CEA is what we make of it - we are a member driven and member operated organization. There are many opportunities for you to get more involved in the CEA and most of them are listed here. The opportunities vary in the time required and intensity. They can be fun, challenging, professionally engaging, and/or just jobs that need to be done. Whatever your interests and availability, your commitment is crucial. Pick one of these opportunities and come make our union … [Read more...]
Just for New Teachers Conference
The MTA New Member Committee is pleased to announce the 16th annual Just for New Teachers (JFNT) Conference, to be held at Worcester Technical High School on November 4, 2017. This conference will be free of charge to MTA members. Members who register by October 18 will receive a personalized gift at the conference. JFNT provides new educators in their first five years of practice the perfect opportunity to meet with fellow educators and get advice on best practices in teaching all … [Read more...]
Curriculum and Instruction Advisory Update
The Curriculum and Instruction Advisory Committee advises the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction on issues relevant to educators. The committee has met 4 times since February and has its last meeting for this school year scheduled for June 6. To date, we have discussed curriculum, instruction, assessment and professional learning, and contributed to the development of a vision statement for the Office of Curriculum and Instruction. We have discussed issues … [Read more...]
Unit A/B Committees for the New Contract
The New Unit A/B contract has many new and existing opportunities for educator voice. This was a huge priority of the bargaining team based on input from members throughout the process. Now we all need to step up to the plate to have our voices heard! If you are interested in participating in one or more of these committees, use this link to nominate yourself. The nomination period is from now until June 2, 2017 at 4 PM. Nominees should complete a bio of no more … [Read more...]
CEA Supports the Fight for Public Education
Over 50 educators, politicians and community members attended the forum "Whats Next in the fight for Public Education" last Thursday night at the Graham and Parks School. The event was organized by the CEA Political Action Committee in conjunction with Indivisible Cambridge. Senator Pat Jehlan and Representative Marjorie Decker were there to educate us about the issues and legislative agendas. After an introduction, participants joined small groups to dig deeper into the issues … [Read more...]