Choice for Governor Clear in 2010 Election
Sandoval carries on Gibbons’ failed policies, Reid’s plan favors Nevada’s kids
The Nevada State Education Association watched closely as Nevada’s gubernatorial candidates debated for the first time over education issues—the association’s top priority.
“The discussion that took place left us thinking that now, more than ever, we have to step up the fight to ensure the best candidate for education gets elected as Nevada’s next governor,” said NSEA President Lynn Warne. “Rory Reid’s plan to reinvent state government and invest in our schools makes him the right choice for Nevada’s kids.
Taking a Closer Look at Workplace Bullying
Are you a victim or do you know a victim?
NSEA has produced a brochure based on research which touches on new language that was amended into NRS 391. These changes speak to employees of school districts. There are protections for students in the law, but there are also protections for employees. There is an “Important Caution” section on the last page of the brochure. It’s directed to an employee who engages in bullying behavior as he/she could be subject to employment discipline.
Click here to view the brochure and learn more about workplace bullying.
House Action Keeps U.S. on the Road to Economic Recovery
Legislation would save 1,400 education jobs in Nevada as students return to classrooms
The U.S. House of Representatives Tuesday, August 10, approved legislation containing emergency funds to help states cope with the Great Recession and stave off massive layoffs of educators. The House joined the Senate in passing H.R. 1586, the Education Jobs and Medicaid Assistance Act, legislation that will keep educators working and help states with Medicaid funding. It provides $10 billion for teachers' jobs and $16 billion for a Medicaid funding assistance program known as FMAP.
The legislation would provide $81 million in federal funding for Nevada and help save 1,400 education jobs.
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Race to the Top Finalists Announced
Nevada among states overlooked
The Race to the Top finalists were announced Tuesday. Of the 36 states which submitted applications in phase 2, 19 states were selected as finalists—Nevada was among the states overlooked.
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Can Nevada Afford to Lose 1-in-5 Teachers?
Rory Reid's campaign recently released an analysis regarding Brian Sandavol’s education plan. To read the news release click here.
Gubernatorial Candidate Brian Sandoval Rehashes Gibbons’ Ed Policies
Nothing new or creative proposed by GOP hopeful
Republican gubernatorial candidate Brian Sandoval unveiled his education plan today pushing some of the same old and outdated policies such as merit pay, privatization, eliminating the salary schedules as currently structured, vouchers, school choice, and charter schools.
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NEA Member Benefits Offers Assistance to Members Facing Job Loss and Salary Cuts
As the country’s economy makes a tentative recovery, educators are still vulnerable to layoffs and salary reductions. In addition, many NEA members have suffered losses of income by spouses and other family members.
NEA Member Benefits (NEA MB) has examined its program offerings and worked with program partners to identify resources and accommodations that could potentially help affected members and their families. . Various types of support are available to program participants and members, including:
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Job search services
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Financial counseling
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Mortgage assistance programs
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Credit card and insurance payment options
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Retirement savings waivers
For details about these and other support resources visit http://www.neamb.com/home/602_2851.htm
To download a brochure with information about assistance options click here.
Nevada’s Educators Celebrate 89% Endorsed Candidate Win
Educators Committed to Electing Pro-Public Education Candidates
NSEA and its more than 28,000 members are celebrating the victory of 89% of its endorsed candidates in Tuesday night’s primary election. Of the 18 endorsed candidates with primaries, 16 won.
“Our member to member, internal efforts are well underway and we look forward to electing candidates who are committed to improving K-12 public education to provide quality schools for Nevada’s students,” said NSEA Executive Director Terry Hickman. “We congratulate all the NSEA endorsed candidates who had a victorious election Tuesday night.”
NSEA has a member-driven endorsement process. For more information on that process visit the Legislative Action Center link to the left.
TEA Establishes Flood Disaster Relief Fund
Contributions are Federal Income Tax Deductible
TEA (Tennessee Education Association) has created a special fund - The TEA Flood Disaster Relief Fund - to provide relief to the victims of the flooding in the counties that were declared Federal Disaster Areas. One hundred percent (100%) of contributions to the fund – which are federal income tax deductible - will go to victims of the flood.
For more information or to make a donation click here.
Endorsed Candidate Rory Reid Unveils Education Plan
NSEA has looked at the EDGE plan unveiled by democratic gubernatorial candidate Rory Reid. Click here to read NSEA’s thoughts on the plan. To view the plan click here or go to www.RoryReid.com.
Nevada’s Growth and Infrastructure Depends on Your Census Participation
A Message from Ross Miller, Nevada Secretary of State and Statewide Census Chairman
In 2010 every Nevadan plays an essential role in helping the state achieve a high census return rate. Nevada communities stand to receive nearly $10,000 over ten years for every man, woman and child who is counted in the 2010 census.
Census responses are quick, easy, and completely confidential – the Census Bureau is prohibited by law from sharing the information with anyone, including other federal agencies. The results of the 2010 census will help shape Nevada’s future for the next ten years by funding education, social services and infrastructure.
Social Security Offsets (GPO/WEP)
Urge Congress: Repeal Unfair Social Security Offsets
NEA supports repeal of the Government Pension Offset (GPO) and Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP), which penalize some public employees by cutting or taking away completely Social Security benefits they or their spouse earned.
Legislation (H.R. 235/S. 484) to completely repeal the GPO/WEP has been reintroduced in the House and the Senate. See if your Representative and Senators are cosponsors.
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Get Your Master’s of Education Online through Touro University Nevada
Touro University Nevada offers a groundbreaking online program for Nevada educators seeking to obtain their Master’s of Education in Curriculum & Instruction (with an emphasis on Differentiated Instruction). Dynamic, video-based courses are accessible online, on-demand through the KDS Classroom, a CODiE-Award Winning eLearning Platform (powered by Knowledge Delivery Systems).
