The 2012 Florida Legislative Session convened on Tuesday, January 17. Lawmakers will consider a number of important issues that will have an impact on education and the future of Florida. Stay up to date with the FEA Frontline Video Report.

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WORKING TOGETHER AND STANDING TOGETHER TO...
MAKE OUR SCHOOLS A PRIORITY!
The Benefits of Membership in Your Local Union and the FEA:

Your union has your back in the face of a Governor and legislature trying to destroy public education; stands up and fights for the rights and jobs of all teachers and ESPs in our public schools; provides legal assistance to help protect your rights and your job; provides professional development opportunities; provides exclusive member benefits.

Are you interested in learning more? Contact your local union today!

FEA President Andy Ford Responds To House Budget Proposal: (Read More)

FEA 2012 Notice of Nominations and Elections (Read More)

Opponents of Wisconsin's Republican Gov. Scott Walker submitted nearly twice as many signatures as required to force a recall election. (Read More)

FEA Ignored Again in Race To The Top Grant: Federal officials repeatedly have warned states that ignoring the collaboration requirement would derail even the best of plans for helping struggling schools, yet Florida’s governor and new commissioner of education make no effort to involve teachers and their unions. (Read President Ford's Statement)

Gates Foundation Report Supports Multiple Teacher Evaluation Measures (Read more)

FEA President responds to budget proposal saying Governor's education budget falls far short of a meaningful investment in our students: Governor Rick Scott has released details of his 2012 state budget proposal. (Read the FEA response.)

STAFF and
LEADER
RESOURCE SECTION

• Talking Points: New FCAT Scoring System

• Talking Points: Amendment 7 Removed From 2012 Ballot

• Gov. Scott 2012 Budget Proposal
  
• SB 736 Lawsuit

• Blaine Amendment Lawsuit

• Pensions Legal Challenge

View the Florida Department of Education 2011 School Grades

Bargaining Research Portal 

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IT PAYS TO BE A MEMBER....

Member
Discounts &
Savings 

Educators spend their own money on education materials, classroom decorations and supplies. To make sure you have all the resources you need, inside the classroom and out, the FEA and Creative Benefits, the AFT and the NEA have partnered with merchants you know and trust.

 Books and Classroom Supplies & Magazine and Online Subscriptions

The FEA, AFT and NEA provide a wide variety of publications and online resources to keep you up tp date on what’s happening in the world of education news. 

You can also check out features about educators in the news and must-read news stories of the day. These resources include:

• The Advocate (www.FEAWeb.org)

• NEA Today (www.NEAToday.org)

• American Educator, American Teacher & PSRP Reporter (www.AFT.org/newspubs)

Managing Your Money

Life can be challenging when it comes to making financial decisions that affect your family’s dreams and future plans. From managing credit and planning a family budget to saving for your child’s college education and funding your retirement, the FEA, AFT and NEA are ready to support you in your decision-making process.

• Credit and Loans
• Debt Solutions
• Home Financing
• Saving and Investments
• Financial Planning
• Retirement Solutions

Affordable Protection

In today’s world, there’s really no such thing as financial peace of mind without the right amount of insurance coverage. The FEA, AFT and NEA are the right places to start building a portfolio of coverage that protects the people you cherish and the possessions you value.
• Life Insurance
• AD&D Plan
• Auto Insurance
• Homeowners Insurance
• Supplemental Health Insurance

Additional Benefits At a Glance

• Car Rental Programs
• Credit Card Services
• Foreclosure Assistance
• Loan Forgiveness
• Cell Phone Discounts
• National Board Certification Loan Programs
• Long-Term Care Program
• Medicare Supplement Program
• Credit Counseling
• And many others

Offset the cost of your dues with FEA Member Benefits.  

FEA BENEFITS	NEA BENEFITS	AFT BENEFITS

Creative Benefits was created "for educators - by educators"
and is committed to making a difference in the financial lives of
Florida's teachers, education staff professionals and their families.

Explore FEA Grants and Funding.
Members should login to find a lot more!

Are you looking ahead to the new school year?

SmileMakers is offering a huge discount on their selection of classroom items to "Create. Motivate. Educate."

From now through December 31, 2011, FEA members can receive up to 50% off on all orders when they use the special promo code NEAMB.  Plus, get FREE SHIPPING with no minimum order. Members can order online at SmileMakers.com or by phone at 1.888.800.SMILE. 

Explore your benefits at www.CBEducators.com,
www.neamb.com and www.aft.org/benefits

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On the FEAweb homepage. Click the Subscribe to RSS link on the left side of the page, under the navigation bar. Select your desired application to receive the RSS feed on your computer or mobile phone (Google, iGoogle, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Firefox, etc.). Click Subscribe Now. Follow the application's instructions. You should begin receiving syndicated feeds immediately. If you have a problem, contact FEA.

Stay up to date on the events of the legislative session with the Frontline Video Report.

Week 1  |  Week 2  |  Week 3  | 
Week 4  |  Week 5  |  Week 6  | 
Week 7  |  Week 8  |  Week 9

Click Here to View the full Frontline Report

FEA Standing Strong
2011 Delegate Assembly Video

From honoring colleagues to learning more about education policy and receiving inspiring words from passionate supporters of public education, close to a thousand teachers, bus drivers, custodians, food service workers, paraprofessionals, clerical staff and other union members gathered in Orlando for the FEA annual convention. View highlights from the 2011 FEA Delegate Assembly.

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