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NCAE North Carolina Association of Educators

News Bulletin April 2019

Vol. 49, No. 8

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The Success of Public Education Depends on ALL of Us! together, anything is possible! What happens when you Another, from Charlotte-Mecklenburg, brought the pour different colored sand in sentiment home when she stated, “just because we are a glass vase? A beautiful diversified does not mean we cannot be unified. We don’t all mosaic is created. The same have to look the same, we don’t have to believe in the same can be said of our things, but we can work toward a common goal. We can’t say organization. NCAE is a we’re fired up and ready to go if we don’t put the key in the beautiful mosaic of educators ignition. It just won’t work. We can see from the state of from all walks of life, cultures, America and the condition of the world we live in that and ethnicities. We are one something has to change. We [educators] have to be that big, colorful family that can Kristy Moore change.” change the world if we work Vice President This movement we now see ourselves immersed in is not together. about me, Vice President Kristy Moore. It’s not about NCAE is on the cusp of a President Mark Jewell, or Executive Director Rachelle rebirth and it all boils down to organizing. When I was Johnson. It’s about all of us and our “Why.” It’s about the coming up through the ranks, the Association was labeled as beautiful mosaic that occurs when we all come together to a provider of services. But we had to make a switch and that change the world for the better. change came with a lot of pushback. This beauty does not happen with Now, to see how we are organizing “The work that we do is not easy. It takes just one color, or with just one and coming together as a unit makes personality, and it won’t happen if me proud; it should make each of you time, it takes commitment, it takes proud as well. something inside of us that says we’re not we don’t unite to fight for our students and our profession. At Convention a few weeks ago, I going to allow our children and our So, we have a challenge before gave a demonstration as part of my classrooms to continue to be exposed to us on May 1, a day often referred message to delegates. I had several what they are being exposed to.” to as “Mayday,” which is also members share their “Why” from the defined as a distress signal. Our floor and had each of them pour children are in trouble, our different colored sand into an empty profession is in trouble, so that glass vase. What resulted was a cornucopia of beautiful means we have to fight for them and each other. The time for stories in addition to a piece of visual artistry. sitting on the sidelines is over. We have the power to make One member from Forsyth County said his “Why” change about decisions that affect us! Look what happened stemmed from wanting to make a difference by changing the on November 6 as a result of May 16! Let’s come together world one student at a time. He added that once he was in like never before as we once again unite, and collectively the profession for a few years he realized there were forces raise our voices for Strong Students, Strong Schools, and at work trying to prevent him from doing that. This, he said, Strong Communities! is unacceptable, and the only way we as educators are going to make a change is by working together. When we work

Moms Demand Action will hold a gun violence Advocacy Day at the North Carolina General Assembly on Wednesday, April 10, and would like to have educators as part of the conversation. On this day of action, attendees will hear from gun violence survivors, students, and volunteer leaders about why they care about gun violence prevention and commonsense legislation that keeps our communities safe. If interested, RSVP at https://every.tw/2TiG675. Questions can be directed to Jessica Hulick, leader of the NC chapter of Moms Demand Action, at northcarolina@momschapterleaders.org.

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Everything I Needed to Know I Learned at Convention Each spring, hundreds of NCAE members head to the family reunion – aka, the NCAE Annual Convention -- to connect, energize, and do the work of the Association. This year’s Convention was no different. Old friends and colleagues reconnected to organize around powerful issues that impact our students, schools and communities. Our work together makes the difference in moving the mission of the Association forward. Every year, I am struck by a number of observations about our members, our Association, and our mission, that helps guide my work for the upcoming year. 1) NCAE is STRONG. We are POWERFUL. We are THE voice for public education. Every speech, every speaker, every guest from Governor Roy Cooper to NEA President Lily Eskelsen Garcia to our own NCAE President Mark Jewell, reiterated that fact over the course of the two-day Convention. We must continue to harness that power and use it in the best interests of our students and public education, and get pro-public education candidates elected or re-elected to key offices. Governor Cooper proposed a budget that hit all of our major issues and concerns on public education, and he continues to listen to our voice on all things public education. 2) NCAE is on an organizing journey and has been building power for a long time, long before May 16. Many successful campaigns have moved the ball forward for public education in North Carolina, including We Heart Public Schools, Schools Our Students Deserve, and the March for Our Students and Rally for Respect. We have held back damaging legislation and are beginning to win back the needed resources for students to be successful and educators to be respected and trusted. But we have a ways to go. And must continue the work. It’s not magic. It’s organizing.

new political dynamic after the successes in the 2018 election. The power and energy behind our new campaign – Strong Students, Strong Schools, Strong Communities - is palatable as New Rachelle Johnson Business Item 17 Executive Director passed resoundingly calling for a rally on May 1. We must now rise to the occasion and organize our members, our supporters, and allies to join in one collective voice to advocate for our five top priorities – Medicaid expansion, provide for student services (librarians, counselors, psychologists, nurses, social workers) to meet national standards, $15 minimum wage for all school employees with a 5 percent COLA for retirees, reinstate state retiree health benefits for new hires, and restore advanced degree pay. 4) NCAE members are AWESOME and empowered by their “Whys.” Listening to our members’ stories and their “Whys” is inspiring. Every educator brings a dedication and commitment to the work. EACH individual in a public school setting is vital to the success of a student and part of a team. We are a family and must support and lift each other up in this work, including members of ALL types, leaders and staff. We are stronger together. I hope you have great memories from Convention and found strength and empowerment within the family. See you on May 1.

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3) NCAE members are STILL energized and are embracing the next challenge as we work through a

Use of Leave for May 1 Please remember to use the appropriate leave in order to participate in the NCAE Day of Advocacy. Click here to see a list of acceptable leave days and the proper procedures to follow.

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1) Congratulations to the 2018-19 Power Local Award winners: Chapel Hill/ Carrboro, Forsyth Co., Washington Co., Northampton Co., Clinton City/Sampson Co., Charlotte-Mecklenburg, Wake Co., and Davie Co. 2) President Mark Jewell delivers the State of the Association address. 3) Vice President Kristy Moore stressed the importance of unity in her message. 4) A delegate speaks to a constitutional amendment. 5) Governor Roy Cooper visited with delegates and spoke passionately in support of public education. 6) This delegate hopes to be the lucky winner of a TV raffled off by NTA. 7) In her message, Executive Director Rachelle Johnson said, “NCAE has accomplished so much since May 16. How are you using your local membership and organization to keep our momentum going?” 8) NEA President Lily Eskelsen Garcia inspired members with a message of how we can -- how we must -- use our power as an organization to stand up for change, for making things better for our students. 9) The CharlotteMecklenburg Association of Educators (CMAE) is the 2019 winner of the PAC Capacity Award. Their work during last year’s elections resulted in 16 of 17 legislative seats, six of nine local school board seats, and all nine county commissioner seats! (Continued on page 5)

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10) Local affiliates brainstorm during the Workplace Survey Feedback training. 11) President Jewell and Vice President Moore, along with the leaders of the Durham Association of Educators, congratulate Rep. Mickey Michaux, recipient of the 2019 President’s Award. 12) Joan Bass of Greensboro-Guilford Retired accepts the Educational Hall of Fame Award on behalf of the family of Lois Edinger. 13) Rep. Larry Bell is the recipient of the 2019 Friend of Education Award. 14) 2018 N.C. Teacher of the Year Bryan “Freebird” McKinney. 15) Former State Superintendent Mike Ward gladly accepts school supplies on behalf of FAST NC, to which NCAE members donated for the Operation Cooperation service project. 16) Region 6 is this year’s winner of the PAC banner for raising the most money per delegate. 17) This member pays close attention to what is being said at the podium. 18) The East Millbrook Magnet School Academy of the Visual and Performing Arts-Guild Chorus gave a rousing performance.

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Results of the 2019 NCAE/NEA Election Regional Directors

Sandy Young Region 2 Director

Elizabeth Hackney Region 4 Director

Tamika Walker-Kelly Region 6 Director

Bryan Proffitt Region 5 Director

April Lee Region 7B Director

Disclaimer: Election results are not final until certified by the NCAE Board of Directors

Principals/Administrators Division

Student Services Division

Shammah Daniels President

L to R: Michelle Burton President Michael Putney Vice President

Symone Kiddo Region 5 Director Carrianne McClellan Region 6 Director

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Cool Events for Educators at the N.C. Museum of Natural Sciences

Seeking Public Schools Wanting to Improve Student Learning

Looking for something fun and educational for you and your students? The North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences in Raleigh has a host of events and workshops available this spring. Here are a few: Workshops at Your School – The Museum’s School Grounds Workshops provide teachers with the knowledge and resources you need to take advantage of all your school grounds environment has to offer. Click here to learn more. Upcoming Educator Treks – Get out in the field and explore remarkable natural places across North Carolina and beyond, or join the Museum for a workshop onsite. Return to your classroom with a sense of renewal and with practical ways to integrate the natural sciences into your teaching. To learn more, click here. Triangle SciTech Expo (Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.) – Experts, researchers, and specialists developing new technologies will interact with visitors, who will engage in hands-on activities and enjoy educational exhibits. Click here to learn more.

National Board Jumpstart Are you ready to begin working on your National Boards? Join us as an initial candidate to learn all about the components, portfolio directions, and deadlines. This two-day session for NCAE members will unpack the National Board Certification process and prepare educators to begin the certification journey. A $75 registration fee includes lunch for both days, a light breakfast on day two, and all materials. NBCTs will facilitate the program. Participants are responsible for their own hotel reservation. Please complete this form and use this PayPal link to register. WHEN: June 27 @ 10:00 a.m. - June 28, 2019 at 4 p.m. WHERE: 700 S. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC CONTACT: (919) 832-3000, ext. 227 or laalice.hopkins@ncae.org, mharvey607@gmail.com Registration concludes on June 14.

Schools That Lead, in partnership with the N.C. General Assembly and the N.C. Department of Public Instruction, will launch a second cohort of North Carolina Networked Improvement Communities for public schools seeking to improve learning outcomes for their students. Schools That Lead teaches teachers and principals how to design and lead improvement efforts at the classroom and school level, elevating student outcomes, with special attention paid to the schools’ most vulnerable children. Each participating school will have teachers and principals deeply immersed in ongoing professional development over the course of three years. Schools that Lead will provide: • • • • • •

Teacher leadership Principal leadership Improvement facilitators Coaching Data management Summer convenings

Applications are open to all public elementary, middle, and high schools. The total three-year membership fee is $6,000 per school, payable to Schools That Lead in $2,000 increments each year of the three-year program, or by other mutually agreeable terms. Schools should also budget for the costs of travel and substitute teachers for the professional learning sessions. Applications are due April 15 by Noon and are to be completed by the school principal. Schools will be selected by lottery (if necessary) and notified of selection by May 1. The first convening of selected schools will be held in the Raleigh/ Durham area in September. Click here for an application. For more information, contact sfrankowski@SchoolsThatLead.org or visit the website, www.schoolsthatlead.org.

“There’s no reason why children in inner cities or rural areas do not receive the same quality education or opportunities as those in suburbs or wealthy neighborhoods. If we truly believe in giving all citizens a chance to pursue happiness and pursue their goals, then we cannot continue to marginalize entire groups of people.” -- Rev. Al Sharpton

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DEALS

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for NEA Members NEA Click & Save “Buy-Lights” for April The crocuses are starting to sprout and that means one thing: time to SPRING into action! NEA Click & Save, the online discount buying service for NEA members, highlights select retailers and merchants each month. Check out these featured “Buy-Lights” for April. • Vitamin World – The go-to source for high-quality vitamins, minerals, and herbs. Earn 6X WOWPoints on your purchase, and use code DSCNT10 for free shipping. • Spa Finder – Provides access to the best-selling spa and salon gift cards. Gives 6X WOWPoints, too. • Aloha.com – Find lots of healthy choices with their convenient and nutritious protein powders and bars. Get 20 percent off your first order. • Kohl’s – Get up to 70 percent off plus 2X WOWPoints at this family-focused and value-oriented specialty department store. Your order of $75 or more ships for free. • Old Navy – Exercise your wallet with up to 60 percent off site-wide on denim, graphic tees, performance fleece, and more. Earn 2X WOWPoints and get free shipping on orders of $100 or more. • MovieTickets.com – Save up to 30 percent off movie tickets at popular theater chains like AMC, Regal, and Cinemark. In the Market for Appliances? Take an extra 10 percent off orders of more than $999. Plus, save an additional 5 percent off appliance packages (offer valid through April 17). NEA members always receive free delivery on orders of more than $399 and additional rebate savings on Profile, Café, and Monogram brand appliances. Visit the GE Appliances Store at www.Shop4GE.com for offer details.

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National Walk to Work Day National Student Athlete Day National Library Day National Bookmobile Day National Teach Children to Save Day Drop Everything and Read Day (DEAR) Dictionary Day Income Tax Day NCAE Spring Break (Offices Closed) Earth Day

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