Weeklong coverage of Michigan’s delegation to the NEA Representative Assembly in Washington, D.C.
Each year during the week of July 4, National Education Association members from across the country gather for the Representative Assembly. With more than 9,000 delegates representing NEA’s 3.2 million members, the RA is the world's largest democratic, deliberative body. These delegates make decisions that drive NEA’s direction, including election of officers and approval of budgets, policies and official positions of the association.
Check out the full recap of this year's RA, including daily "Delegate Dialogues," day-by-day coverage of key activites and events and all the top stories from the week in Washington. Read more.
MEA heads initiative to find solutions to Michigan's dropout crisis
MEA and several partners are hosting public hearings across the state to find ways to fix Michigan's dropout crisis. The hearings are part of a statewide initiative to increase the number of high school graduates and stabilize a weak economy. Hearings are open to the public. Learn more, including when a hearing will be held in your area or how to provide testimony online.
From the NEA Representative Assembly: Dropout crisis discussion at NEA RA echoes sentiments at Michigan hearings
MEA President Salters in The Detroit News: Jumpstart the economy by investing in schools
Salters/Epling column in The Flint Journal: Cracking down on bullying is a key to helping children succeed, stay safe
No one-size-fits-all solution to dropout crisis
Aimless students more likely to drop out, lack employment, survey confirms
Other stories
33 students receive MEA college scholarships
Great Lakes Center: Improve school funding decisions to maximize student success
Hudsonville's Jennifer Haberling named Michigan Teacher of the Year
Keeping tabs on your teaching certificate or license renewal