Unions Aren't Too Blame

Catch this op/ed from the Detroit News.  We are one!

http://detnews.com/article/20110209/OPINION03/102090324/American-ills-not-caused-by-unions

Enough is Enough!

In this election year, it's critical that we show our strength in numbers to politicians who will soon hit the campaign trail claiming to be pro-education -- it's time to make them keep their promises. Be part of the thousands of MEA members who will mobilized on Monday at local rallies. And mark your calendar now to attend a massive statewide rally at the Capitol on June 24 -- more details will be coming soon

Happy Mother's Day to All of the Teacher Moms Out There

Mom Joke of the Day:

My mom's a teacher, so she was real strict with me and my brother. She was like, 'Look, don't drink and don't do drugs and don't sleep around.' And then, one day it was like she changed her mind about everything. She said, 'You're going to college.'

Happy Teacher Appreciation Day

You have value and do an important job each and every day.  Here are some great things about teachers: http://theapple.monster.com/careers/articles/7666-15-reasons-teachers-are-great

Legislative Breakfast

Hi, ho! Don't forget about the Legislative Breakfast tomorrow at MCC's Stevenson Center at 8:30am.  Talk to your representatives.  Let them know how you feel about what is going on in Lansing.  Let them know what you need.  Have them answer your questions. It may be quite insightful!

Make a Difference on Friday Night

A Community Forum is scheduled for this Friday, April 23, at 6:30 pm at the Whitehall High School Auditorium. Representative Mary Valentine and a representative for Congressman Pete Hoekstra will be there. This is our opportunity to tell them “Enough is Enough” and to ask direct questions about fixing Michigan’s antiquated tax structure and supporting long-term solutions to provide adequate, equitable and stable funding for public education.





We need to pack the auditorium to show that we are serious! Please get this information out to your members ASAP and encourage their attendance.

We Can Use Our Voice

You might be interested in reading/listening to this essay by a South Lyon teacher.  He is fighting the fight!

http://www.publicbroadcasting.net/michigan/news.newsmain?action=article&ARTICLE_ID=1627868