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UPCOMING DATES:

• May 9-10: OEA Spring RA, Columbus Convention Center
• May 20: Member Lobby Day, Bus link, Lobby Day Registration
• June 18: ECOEA Summer Local Leaders Workshop: Presidents, Treasurers + 2
• June 23: OEA Annual Golf Outing, Columbus
• June 23-25: OEA Summer Leadership Academy, Columbus

*ECOEA Scholarship for OEA Summer Leadership Academy: APPLY NOW!

*May 12: OEA Summer Leadership Academy Scholarship applications due

*May 27: Last day to register and make hotel accomodations for OEA Summer

Leadership Adademy Registration Link

• July 2-6: NEA Annual RA, Portland, Oregon

Happy Sunday and Happy Teacher Appreciation Week,

Thank you for your daily efforts in your schools, your contributions to our profession, and your unwavering commitment to our students. Take a moment this week to reflect on how much you are appreciated—and be sure to do something to celebrate you.

As summer approaches, we look forward to fewer early mornings, no paper grading, and a break from daily check-ins. But our union work continues! I’d love to invite you to join us at one (or more!) of the upcoming events over the next six weeks.

The first is Lobby Day which is being held on Tuesday, May 20th in Columbus. We’ll kick off with a briefing at OEA Headquarters, where breakfast and helpful resources will be provided. Then we’ll head to the Statehouse for meetings with legislators and possibly attend legislative committee hearings. Afterward, OEA will host a legislative reception. Several ECOEA members  will be attending and would love to have you with us. If feeling hesitant, you are welcome to join our group lobbying. If so, please register at Lobby Day Registration and contact the office to let us know you are coming so details can be arranged.

The second is ECOEA’s Summer Leadership which is being held on Wednesday, June 18th. Held at First Christian Church, this event is designed for local leaders—Presidents, Treasurers, and others in leadership roles. Sessions will focus on OEA Local Treasurers’ Training, election guidance, a panel discussion with OEA officers, and a “True Colors” workshop. We are excited for a day full of learning opportunities and chances for you to grow as a leadership team. Please register at Summer Leadership - ECOEA and we will see you there!

The third opportunity is OEA’s Summer Leadership on Monday, June 23rd through Wednesday, June 25th in Columbus. There is a variety of sessions to learn about advocacy, leadership and pertinent topics to our profession today. ECOEA is offering scholarships to attend which will cover all conference expenses when rooming with someone. If interested, please use this link to fill out. I would love to see you down in Columbus for this powerful learning experience!

The school year may be wrapping up, but I wish you a strong and joyful finish. I hope to see you this summer at one of our events or out in the community.

In solidarity, 

Juliann Doerschuk

Member Lobby Day is May 20.

MEMBER LOBBY DAY IS MAY 20!

Make your voice heard!

Need Transportation?

NEOEA is sponsoring a BUS to Columbus. Deadline to register for the bus is May 12. Check out the details above.

OEA Summer Leadership Academy is a great opportunity to grow your leadership skills and meet educators from all over Ohio while enjoying our beautiful Columbus. There are over 30 leadership sessions. ECOEA still has some scholarships available and OEA has scholarships available as well.

The scholarship covers the $100 registration fee, double occupancy hotel room, and all conference materials. Dinner is included on Monday and breakfast and lunch is included on Tuesday and Wednesday. Both scholarships will give preference to first time attendees. Deadline for the OEA application is Monday, May 12. ECOEA scholarships will be open until all scholarships are awarded. Please apply soon!

1.) Apply for a scholarship. You will receive an email or a call within 1-2 day that you have received the scholarship. If you apply for the OEA scholarship, please email Jennifer at ecoea@sbcglobal.net so I can check on its status.

2.) Register at the black link below immediately. Space is limited for the conference and we want to get you registered. Registration closes on May 27.

3.) You have to make your own hotel accommodations and OEA only pays for double occupancy. If you want a single room, you have to pay the difference. Hotel accommodations must be made by May 27. Please see the information below regarding room accommodations. If you need help finding a roommate, please contact me.

• Please use the following Hyatt website to make single occupancy hotel reservations: https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/CMHRC/G-SLA5
• Reservations for roommates - please call the Hyatt reservations team at 800-233-1234.
• OEA will cover the full cost of double occupancy - If you have a roommate who is a conference attendee, the full cost of your hotel room for the nights of June 23rd and June 24th will be covered for you and your roommate by OEA.
• If you do not have a roommate, you will be responsible for paying ½ the cost of your hotel room.
• The hotel daily room rate is $179.00, plus applicable taxes.
• All hotel room reservations must be made no later than the hotel cut-off-date - May 27, 2025

Come have a swinging good time at OEA's Annual Golf Outing! You can register a group of 4 or if you prefer, you can register as a spectator and hang out with President Doerschuk. It's bound to be a fantabulous time!

Your ECOEA officers and staff:

President Juliann Doerschuk, Canton Professional EA

Vice President Heather Zuniga, Malvern EA

Recording Secretary Leora Troyer, East Holmes TA

Business Manager Valerie Heban, OEA-Retired, North Canton EA

Executive Director Jennifer Henderson, Canton Professional EA

Website ecoea.ohea.us

ECOEA Office Phone (330) 499-8587

ECOEA Email ecoea@sbcglobal.net