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The 42nd Annual NSEA Delegate Assembly

The Nevada State Education Association held its 42nd Annual Delegate Assembly at the Peppermill Resort and Casino in Reno, NV, April 24-25, 2010. More than 350 delegates represented NSEA's 30 locals to set policies, adopt the new budget, elect officers, and tend to the association's business.

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid spoke to the delegates about the challenges facing Washington and how we must continue to fight for public education. NSEA endorsed gubernatorial candidate Rory Reid talked to the delegates about how vital it is to elect an education friendly governor. NEA President Dennis Van Rockel discussed how public education is under attack and the importance of the upcoming elections.

Lynn Warne ran unopposed as NSEA President. Doug Bache was re-elected as NSEA Vice President and Natha Anderson will be the new NEA Director.

The NSEA Awards Banquet was held Saturday, April 24 to honor NSEA's 2010 award recipients. The following members were recognized for their outstanding service:

Ken Buhrmann, Dedicated Educator Award
Christena Fox, Isaac Perez Outstanding Educator Award
Sue Strand, Retired Achievement Award
Belinda "Bo" Yealy, Outstanding Achievement Award

The NSEA Minority Affairs Committee awarded Jesse Gutierrez with its 2010 HCR Award for his work with minority students in Nevada.