Harper County NEA

08/17/2026

💙💛 Welcome Back, Teachers! 💙💛

And just like that… it’s time to do this school thing again! 😂

HCNEA wants to welcome all of our teachers and staff back for another school year. We hope you had a chance to rest, recharge, and enjoy your summer—and we’re wishing everyone a happy, successful, and fun school year!

As you’re getting settled back in, stop by the HCNEA table and say hello! We’d love to see you, answer any questions, and catch up after the summer.

And while you’re there, enter our raffle! 🎟️ You might as well start the school year with a little extra luck. 😉

Here’s to a new year, new beginnings, and getting through it together. We’re glad you’re here!

Welcome back, everyone! 💙💛

08/13/2026

HCNEA had the pleasure of welcoming new teachers to their New Teacher Orientation! Such a good group of professionals. We are excited to work with them this next year! May you all have the best school year possible. We are here to support you.

07/31/2026

Did you know your HCNEA/KNEA membership continues to support you during the summer months, too?

From member benefits and discounts to professional support and liability coverage, your union membership provides resources all year long—not just during the school year.

Thank you for being part of HCNEA. Strong associations are built through strong membership.

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07/29/2026

That moment when the back-to-school aisles start showing up before you’re emotionally ready for them 😅

Enjoy the rest of summer, Chaparral staff—we’ve still got time.

07/29/2026

Mid-summer check-in ☀️

How are Chaparral Schools educators spending their break?
Traveling? Relaxing? Catching up on sleep? Pretending not to think about August yet? 😄

We hope summer has been and continues to be restful and well-deserved.

07/16/2026

HCNEA had a productive negotiations session this week, and we're grateful for the respectful conversations and hard work from everyone at the table.

A tentative agreement has been reached, and we're looking forward to sharing the details with our members and holding a ratification vote in the coming days.

Thank you to our negotiations team for the countless hours of preparation and dedication throughout this process, and thank you to our members for your continued support and engagement.

Stay tuned for more information soon! 💙💛 Get ready to VOTE!

06/06/2026

Two important meetings are coming up this week for HCNEA members and Chaparral staff:

📌 Board of Education Meeting
Monday, June 8th at 6:00 PM
Anthony Elementary School

📌 Negotiations Meeting
Tuesday, June 9 at 2:30 PM
Anthony Elementary School

We encourage members to stay informed and engaged in the conversations that impact our schools, our working conditions, and our students. Your presence and support matter.

Thank you for continuing to show up for public education and for one another. 💙💛

06/06/2026

Current educator status:

☀️ Forgot what day it is
☀️ Drinking coffee while it’s still hot
☀️ No bells
☀️ No emails marked “URGENT”
☀️ Healing

Hope summer break is treating USD361 staff well 😄

05/24/2026

While summer brings a slower pace to our buildings and classrooms, HCNEA's work does not stop. Behind the scenes, important work is continuing on behalf of our members and our schools.

Negotiations are in full swing as we continue advocating for the needs, concerns, and professionalism of our educators. At the same time, the HCNEA Board will begin meeting regularly with the Superintendent as part of a continued effort to strengthen communication, build collaboration, and improve transparency moving forward.

Progress does not only happen during the school year. Summer gives us an opportunity to continue important conversations, focus on solutions, and work toward a stronger relationship that benefits staff, students, and our entire school community.

Thank you to all of our members for your continued support, involvement, and commitment to our schools. We may be out of the classroom for the summer, but the work continues. Be sure to click follow so you can come along for the ride.

05/16/2026

After 15 years of leadership and service to HCNEA, co-presidents Julie Jahay and Jen Clark are passing the torch.

Through their dedication, advocacy, and commitment to educators and students, they have helped guide HCNEA through both challenges and successes while always standing up for what they believed was right.

Their leadership has shaped our association in countless ways, and they have taught many of us the importance of using our voices, supporting one another, and continuing the good fight for public education.

Thank you, Julie and Jen, for everything you have given to HCNEA and to the educators of Chaparral Schools. Your impact will continue long after your time in leadership. 💙💛