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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 23h
Educators and retired educators from the Sheboygan Education Association and other locals went door to door to remind pro-education voters of the importance of the November 3 election and to hand out literature for David Crowley and public ed supporters up and down the ballot.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
WEAC is kicking off October with educator events across Wisconsin! Join educators, families & public-school supporters as we elect candidates who care about students as much as we do. If you're in the Green Bay area, join us SATURDAY for door-knocking with educators. RSVP: bit.ly/4AGZ8pE
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Two WEAC members, Sauk Prairie High School industrial technology teacher Alan Ballweg and Mount Horeb High School metals and welding teacher Pam Allen, were awarded prestigious, $75,000 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools grants yesterday. Ballweg is pictured here with students and Rep. Karen DeSanto.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
These amazing leaders and activists gave up the better part of a sunny Saturday last weekend to refine and ramp up the organizing work for the WEAC Education Support Professionals Bill of Rights. weac.org/our-members/...
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
WEAC President Peggy Wirtz-Olsen spoke with Wauwatosa Education Association member and 2027 Wisconsin Teacher of the Year Jonathan Etter after his powerful speech at yesterday's State of Education Address. Here is our recorded livestream of Jonathan's speech: www.facebook.com/MyWEAC/video...
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
The Bayfield Education Association's annual Hot Dog Giveaway is a family engagement project that helps BEA members connect with the community outside the classroom. At last week's Giveaway, BEA members grilled and served approximately 200 hot dogs donated by Hansen's IGA.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
WEAC members who are asked about the three proposed constitutional amendments on this fall's ballot can share this graphic from League of Women Voters of Appleton-Fox Cities. WEAC opposes the amendments. You can find more information about this and all of WEAC's recommendations at weac.org/vote
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
WEAC opposes the three constitutional amendments on the ballot this fall. You can find much information about the proposed amendments and why they are dangerous on the website of the League of Women Voters of Wisconsin: my.lwv.org/wisconsin/constitutional-corner
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
The WEAC-Retired board of directors and committee members have been working hard the last two days planning out the next twelve months and getting ready to get out the vote this fall. Did you know you can join WEAC-Retired before you retire? You can! weac.org/retired
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
WEAC President Peggy Wirtz-Olsen and NEA Vice President Noel Candelaria visited the Sun Prairie East High School classroom of 2026 Wisconsin Teacher of the Year Joel Coyne yesterday and talked to Joel's students about leadership.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
It goes without saying that we should shop union for our Labor Day gatherings, and our brothers and sisters United Food and Commercial Workers International Union show us how. For a more detailed list of union-made food and drink text UWFCMADE to 698329 or go to forlocals.ufcw.org/2026/08/28/s...
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
WEAC Secretary-Treasurer Nathan Ugoretz recently joined the Cudahy Education Association's leaders, organizers and newly hired educators to talk about the profession, the future and what it means to join CEA and WEAC.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
Do you know about the union-made wine? There's lots of it to enjoy at union-friendly barbecues this summer. You can find the whole menu at AFLCIO.org/BBQ
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 29/06/2026
Shop union this 250th 4th of July. If, by any chance, you are thinking about union-made beer, here are some options: Budweiser, Landshark Lager, Michelob, Miller, Natural Ice and Natural Light, O’Doul’s, Shock Top, Peregrine Pilsner. AFLCIO.org/MadeInAmerica
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
In the last four years, 14 Sauk Prairie Education Association members have been awarded Herb Kohl Foundation teaching fellowships, largely because of the leadership and organizing of SPEA. Congratulations to SPEA and all the Sauk Prairie Kohl fellows!
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 10/06/2026
WEAC members, have you registered for the WEAC Organizing For Power conference yet? It is July 13-14 on the St. Norbert College campus in De Pere, and it will prepare WEAC local associations to hit the ground running when our collective bargaining rights are restored. Go to WEAC.org/org4power
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Several federal changes to student loan administration will go into effect on July 1. If you are a WEAC member and you have student debt, register now for this June 16 webinar that unpacks it: bit.ly/42MliqQ
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Stay on Track for Student Debt Forgiveness | NEA
Join our webinar on June 16 to learn the latest updates from our student debt experts.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
The Department of Education has excluded education degrees from their definition of 'professional' degrees, limiting future educators' access to financial aid. How we're fighting back nationwide: tinyurl.com/3ndee7sf
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
In Florida, new laws have had a profound impact on the course offerings and whole academic and administrative departments at universities. The accreditation crisis is a Project 2025 back-door strategy to take greater control of higher education. www.nea.org/nea-today/al...
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The Crisis in College Accreditation and Why It Matters | NEA
Proposed changes to accreditation would help politicians to dictate and censor what’s taught in college classrooms.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
All students and educators should feel welcome in every classroom every day. Yesterday, WEAC leaders and allies proudly raised the Pride Flag at the WEAC Building to mark National Pride Month and support Wisconsin's LGBTQ+ community.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Pride Month starts today. NEA Today has a host of resources for educators and others that help you explore resources to help you learn more about LGBTQ+ issues and create welcoming schools. tinyurl.com/4hz8kwc3
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 29/05/2026
WEAC leaders and allies will raise the Pride Flag at the WEAC Building on Monday, June 1, to mark National Pride Month and make a statement of support of the LGBTQ+ community on behalf of Wisconsin's educators.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
On June 6, through Teach Truth Day of Action, educators, students, parents, and community members are rejecting attempts at division and uniting to protect the freedom to learn and teach truth. NEA has created a toolkit: nea.org/advocating-for-change/racial-social-justice/tools-justice/freedom-learn
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Freedom to Learn | NEA
All children deserve well-trained and supported educators and curriculum to help them reckon with our past and shape our future. Together, we can make that happen.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Interested in working at the polls for the August 11 Primary to make sure voting runs smoothly and everyone's vote is counted? NEA Today has partnered with the League of Women Voters to help you through the process of becoming a poll worker just when we need them most. powerthepolls/nea-lwv
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Congratulations! Andy Arauz, a 2026 WEAC Future Educator Scholarship recipient and a senior at West High School in Green Bay, was on hand to receive his scholarship at the April 25 WEAC Representative Assembly in Oshkosh.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
Green Bay Education Association (GBEA) executive director David Harswick is the recipient of the 2026 Cunningham Dickinson Watson Staff Award. He was presented with the award at the April 25 Representative Assembly in Oshkosh by WEAC executive director Bob Baxter.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 15/05/2026
UW-Madison Aspiring Educators of Wisconsin leader Kate Meyer received the WEAC Rising Star Award at the April 25 Representative Assembly in Oshkosh. When she presented the award, WEAC President Peggy Wirtz-Olsen said, "We are all looking forward to seeing what the future holds for you."
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Educators always have the best book recommendations, and here are some picks from NEA-member colleagues throughout the United States. What would you add? www.nea.org/nea-today/al...
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Educator Picks for Your Summer Reading List | NEA
Looking for a good book to dig into? These educators have ideas!
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 13/05/2026
Four WEAC members are 2027 Wisconsin Teachers of the Year. Congratulations to each of these amazing educators! Devon Calvert, Milton Education Association Jonathan Etter, Wauwatosa Education Association Tonya Lassanske, Sauk Prairie Education Association Kristen Scott, Madison Teachers Incorporated
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 12/05/2026
WEAC President Peggy Wirtz-Olsen presented four special leaders with WEAC President's Awards at the April 25 WEAC Representative Assembly in Oshkosh.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 11/05/2026
WEAC President Peggy Wirtz-Olsen presented the 2026 Richard J. Lewandowski Humanitarian Award to Wendy Mattison, Tony Yang and the Hmong Education Project at the April 25 WEAC Representative Assembly in Oshkosh.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
NEA asked 1,085 teachers which form of appreciation feels most meaningful. 💙35% said better pay 💙20% said respect and support from leadership 💙15% said notes from students and families 💙13% said more time off or a reduced workload weac.org/thankateacher
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Happy National Educator Appreciation Day to all WEAC members! 🎉 If you are not an educator, but want to show your appreciation today, send an e-card to the educators you appreciate. #weareweac #taw2026
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Send an E-card to Your Favorite Teachers | NEA
Spread the love during Teacher Appreciation Week
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
Happy May Day to the workers of the world, especially members of WEAC and the NEA. Celebrate and show up: nea.org/mayday
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
WEAC-Retired's Pat Schmidt and Bonnie Augusta are the recipients of the 2026 Tenia Jenkins Activist Award. They were presented the award at the April 25 WEAC RA, where President Peggy Wirtz-Olsen said, "Bonnie and Pat passionately fight for students, social justice and members' rights."
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
WEAC President Peggy Wirtz-Olsen presented Joel Coyne with the Excellence in Education award at last weekend's annual WEAC Representative Assembly in Oshkosh. Joel is a business and marketing teacher at Sun Prairie East High School and a member of the Sun Prairie Education Association.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Emilie Heil is the 2026 WEAC Education Support Professional of the Year. Emilie is the Paraprofessional Development and Effectiveness Coordinator for the Green Bay Area Public School District and a leader in the Green Bay Education Association.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
Thank you, delegates! It was a beautiful spring Saturday in Oshkosh, and hundreds of devoted WEAC members spent it indoors doing the union's vital business at the 104th annual WEAC Representative Assembly.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
May Day is just one week from today. It is not too late to plan your event--or RSVP to attend an event close to where you live. NEA @neatoday.bsky.social has a page full of information and resources for May Day Strong 2026, including an interactive map of events throughout the U.S.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 10/04/2026
The GSAFE Youth Scholarship awards $2,500 to up to four Wisconsin-high-school-senior applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to promoting just and respectful schools for all, with an emphasis on LGBTQ+ students and topics. The application deadline is April 17. bit.ly/GSAFE2026
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
In a statement on last night's election results, WEAC President Peggy Wirtz-Olsen said, "The votes show Wisconsin rejected the voucher lobby in favor of educators, so all students – no exceptions – have the opportunity to learn without limits.” weac.org/weac-stateme...
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
Vote today. Find your polling place at myvote.wi.gov. If you are a WEAC member, see which candidates and referendums your colleagues recommend at WEAC.org/Elections.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 06/04/2026
Tomorrow is Election Day. Vote. On May 1, 2026, educators will join workers, parents, students, and community members to rise up for dignity, justice, and public investment in our lives, not in billionaires' profit margins: nea.org/MayDay
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
WEAC members recommend Judge Chris Taylor for Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice, and have a host of recommendations for local school boards and school referendum questions: weac.org/elections. Early voting continues through this week. Check when and where you can vote here: myvote.wi.gov.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
No Kings III is this Saturday. Have you made your plans? Find an event near you: www.mobilize.us/nokings/ #weareweac
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
Spring Election Day is two weeks from today, and early voting has started in most places. If you have an absentee ballot, mail it back now. You can find out everything about where you can vote, when you can vote, absentee voting, registration and what's on your ballot online at myvote.wi.gov.
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Period. A new Gallup survey shows more than two-thirds of educators have at least one additional job and are still struggling to make ends meet. news.gallup.com/poll/702599/...
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Kicking off Public Schools Week with a HUGE shout-out to the teachers and education support professionals who show up every day for Wisconsin students and our future. #PublicSchoolProud #WeAreWEAC
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Wisconsin Education Association Council - WEAC @myweac.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
What is happening in the community profoundly impacts its schools and the children and adults inside them. Educators see and hear how the environment affects their students and their learning because they are with them every day.
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