Peninsula Education Association (PEA) represents certificated employees of the Peninsula School District working in Gig Harbor and the Key Peninsula.
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Don’t forget to wear RED tomorrow!
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Did you know that e-books on Libby have a feature to help people with dyslexia? Download the app and check it out! http://downloads.pcls.us
Learning music helps students achieve success in other content areas. During the month of March, Music in Our Schools Month® highlights the importance of music education and excellence in local school music programs.
Learn more here: https://wea.mobi/MusicInOurSchools
PEA is holding listening sessions this week! Look in your email for dates and times for different grade levels, job-a-likes & interest groups.
PEA members check your personal email for an important survey. We need your voice!
PEA members and friends of education please take action by 4 PM today!
The Senate's operating budget proposal being heard in Ways and Means today gives a 1.99% COLA. Through the McCleary lawsuit, the legislature promised the Court to raise salaries annually by the IPD which is nearly 6%. Here is the link to voice your opposition.
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Do you know a talented teen artist or writer? Encourage them to enter the Our Own Expressions Teen Writing and Art Contest. Entries will be accepted through Feb. 28. http://expressions.pcls.us
Make sure you share with our legislators, school boards & community. It is critical we increase staffing in these areas for our students!
Please share.
Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: How Kids Can Act for Racial Justice: Annual MLK Day Virtual Event for Kids and Grown-Ups!. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. Join us for our annual MLK Virtual event for the whole family! All ages welcome - we will have something for everyone! Join Erin Jones & Dr. Mollie for a kid-friendly conversation about how to, in the spirit of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., find ways to act for racial justice in age-appropriate ways!...
People Magazine got this right! Our educators are amazing & deserve to be recognized for all they do to support students, families, and our community.
People Magazine Names All Teachers “People of the Year” and Heck Yes, We Deserve it! It's been a year.
Teachers are asking for extra holidays and mental health resources to fight burnout Scott Simon speaks with Sobia Sheikh, a math teacher in northwest Washington state, about teacher burnout.
WEA's Inclusionary Practices Project and Special Education Support Center (SESC) are providing professional development via Zoom. Courses are free and clock hours are available for each session. Register early as space is limited. Learn more at https://bit.ly/3FY2NlV.
No class schedule disruptions, but Peninsula teachers 'overwhelmed' from filling gaps - Gig Harbor Now “People say they were ‘December tired’ in October.” — Carol Rivera, president Peninsula Education Association
We ❤️ our PE Specialists!
𝙇𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙄𝙣 𝘼𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 | Collaboration, togetherness, and inspiration! Peninsula School District elementary physical education staff meet together at least once a month to share ideas, grade-specific activities, problem-solving strategies, and more.
In job alike roles, the collaboration meetings provide opportunity to share with others in the same roles at schools across the district.
Similar to classroom teaching staff meeting with grade level teams at school buildings for collaboration and support, this elementary physical education group values the importance of connecting with one another as PE specialists in our district. The sense of community and empowerment result in education strategies and ideas to positively impact student experiences.
The group has been meeting for years with long-time attendees, and also invites new physical education staff as they join the district to build community and offer fresh perspectives.
Pictured in this photo are some of our amazing elementary PE staff during the start of a recent collaboration session. In this picture alone, more than 80 years of collective teaching experience is represented!
From L to R - David Aston at Voyager Elementary, Kristina Waage at Swift Water Elementary School, Catherine Walloch at Purdy Elementary School, Darryl Bradshaw at Vaughn Elementary School, and David Rucci at Harbor Heights Elementary.
Thankful our community came together to do so much good for kids!
Recognizing students and adults may have invisible disabilities that impact their daily lives. How can we support them in schools, communities, and workplaces?
“I had never heard of the phrase ‘invisible disabilities,’ until I became involved with the NEA IDEA Resource Cadre, which is a group of educators who provide professional development and resources to help other NEA members improve their students’ academic success. I learned that invisible disabilities are conditions—such as physical, mental, or neurological—that you can’t see but impact your learning or ability to work. Previously, I thought you either have a disability or you don't; you either meet a qualification for a disability or you don’t.
As educators, we need to know people might be dealing with something we can’t see.
We know IEPs and 504s are available for students. But, what about the adults? Our disabilities don’t go away when we finish or graduate from school.
When my husband was diagnosed with brain cancer—which up to a certain point was an invisible disability—he still wanted to work. He was a high school government and history teacher, and a basketball coach.
We worked with my union to get him ADA accommodations and other resources he needed for his battle to get back some normalcy. He just wanted to get back to teaching, and these accommodations would help him make it through the school day, but he never made it back to the classroom.
He deteriorated quickly and it’s almost been five years since he passed away.
He taught us all that you should not be limited based on visible or invisible disabilities and you should be able to maintain your job with the necessary accommodations—and he fought for that until the end.
I could not speak more highly of the leadership within my union. They listened to him and helped get the services he needed, and then linked him with the Ohio Education Association's attorney services.
Advocating and fighting for my husband opened my eyes to the fact that we, as teachers, can have ADA accommodations. This doesn't mean we should be pigeonholed into what we are able, or not able, to do. I’ve been diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder and depression, and the sky’s the limit for me.
We are in a pivotal moment to reshape this generation, and one way to do it is when we talk about diversity, inclusion, and equity to not forget the people with disabilities in that conversation. There's potential in every human being, and while it might not always look the same, we all have it and deserve the opportunity to pursue it to the fullest.”
Traci Arway, Special Education Coordinator, Columbus, OH
Don't forget to share this Member Monday with an educator you know that does a great job supporting students and educators with disabilities that you can’t see or tag them in the comments below!
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We are excited to share that PSD is offering a Transitional Kindergarten program! If you have a child with a Sep 1, 2021 - Aug 31, 2022 5th birthday, this program may be of interest to you.
Interest Form » http://ow.ly/q6Ua50GstGo
Full details on our website, including a video overview, at http://ow.ly/byiw50GstGn.
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NPR Exclusive: Troubled Public Service Loan Forgiveness program will get overhaul The program's confusing requirements led to crowds of frustrated borrowers being denied debt relief. The department is expected to make immediate, retroactive fixes and to simplify the overall rules.
Here we go. FREEE for Friday October 1st only (and today if you see this post on Troll in a Bowl Apps), "Witch's Brew" for Articulation. All 22 articulation decks, the reinforcer. Hansel & Gretel have returned to the Witch's house to get the magic jelly bean. They had better hurry because the witch is using a magic wall to try and trap them. In the bundle there is also, as a bonus, "The Witch's New House" Boom Card Book. Halloween has always been my favorite holiday and no.... October 1st is not too early to start decorating for it. Have fun. https://wow.boomlearning.com/store/bundle/eaZfP2aA4QrcrAn4c?ref=self
Review this position, and other district openings, on our website at WWW.PSD401.NET/DEPARTMENTS/HUMAN-RESOURCES
Jill Biden: A Tribute to Classroom Heroes "I have never been prouder to be a teacher...Thank you for being the heroes we needed," First Lady Dr. Jill Biden writes
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The Peninsula School District Board of Directors will be holding a business meeting on Thursday, July 22, 2021 beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the Community Room at Swift Water Elementary School.
Agenda: http://ow.ly/jPE250FAbu1
Check the agenda for how to submit public comment and health and safety protocols for attending in-person. Community members are also invited to view the live stream of the meeting on our website or YouTube Channel.
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Today is the day we've been waiting months for. We kicked off our Free Summer Lunch in the Park program. Our volunteers prepared and packaged 140 lunches to distribute. Don't they look yummy?
Where to find us:
Gateway Park (off 302 on the Key Peninsula)
Tuesdays and Thursdays until Aug 26th
Noon until all lunches are distributed
Hugh is a champion of education. What a great tribute.
Any educator is eligible to apply for this Music & Arts grant. I’d love to see PEA member be awarded this grant!
The California Casualty Music & Arts Grant was established to provide support for K-12 public schools negatively impacted by reduced budgets. California Casualty has partnered with education associations for many years. We understand the importance of music and arts education for children. As a member of one of our partnering education associations, you can apply for a grant award of $250 for a music or art need at your school. Click on this link or the graphic below to enter into the CalCas Music and Arts Grant.
https://www.calcasmusicartsgrant.com
California Casualty Music & Arts Grant The California Casualty Music & Arts Grant was established to provide support for K-12 public schools negatively impacted by reduced budgets.
This is an important decision members need to make. Contributions will be part of a payroll tax that takes effect next fall/winter. There is an waiver if you have your own long term care insurance. Be informed so you can chose what works best.
Join us for a webinar next Wednesday to learn more about Washington’s new long-term care insurance plan and NEA member benefits’ plan. Get your questions answered!
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The Peninsula School District Board of Directors will be holding a business meeting on Thursday, May 27, 2021 beginning at 6:00pm in the Community Room at Pioneer Elementary School.
Agenda: http://ow.ly/EHFf50EVdI2
Check the agenda for how to submit public comment and health and safety protocols for attending in-person. Community members are also invited to view the live stream of the meeting on our website or YouTube Channel.
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The PSD Nutrition Services Department will have free meal kits available for children up to the age of 18 during summer break running from June 24, 2021 through September 2, 2021.
Interest Survey & More Details » http://ow.ly/QsrS50ERLKX
If you plan to pick up meals through the Summer Meal Program, please complete the survey. This information will assist the Nutrition Office with planning to ensure there are enough meals at meal sites and along meal routes. Thank you!
Thank you lawmakers for voting to eliminate the EdTPA!
Shout out to our PEA delegation! WEA Rep Assembly was held virtually April 15-17th. It also fell over spring break and the best weather of 2021. I am grateful for their dedication to our union and the students we serve. ❤️
Inspiring stewardship for Puget Sound through education. Visit our website www.harborwildwatch.org to learn more.
The Harbor History Museum tells the history of the Gig Harbor Peninsula with exhibits and hands-on interactives. Admission is FREE!
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My Home Preschool helps guide and direct you with detailed lesson plans. This virtual preschool is a unique program to be used at home by parents in place of traditional preschool programs.
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