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Thursday, July 19, 2012

Upcoming OEA and other Conferences and Events

1. August 10-12th: AFL-CIO Summer School (UO/Eugene)

http://pages.uoregon.edu/lerc/pdfs/aflcioss2012brochure.pdf

The cost is about $250.00, plus reimbursement for your meals and gasoline. Please let Jennifer know if you intend to go. Two sessions are already closed.

2. 

http://nwtsj.org/register/

5th Annual Northwest Conference on
Teaching for Social Justice

“Rethinking Our Classrooms, Organizing for Better Schools”

Saturday October 20, 2012
8:00 – 4:30
Madison High School,
2735 NE 82nd
Portland, OR 97220
 
This looks like a K-12 event, however, the PTFA will cover the cost of the conference and your gasoline.
Oregon Labor Candidate School:

"Tired of policy makers ignoring the interests of working families? Ever thought of running for office? Now is your chance to be the change from within – sign up for the Oregon Labor Candidate School (OLC) today!
 
The Oregon Labor Candidate School is a 6-month intensive program that will provide union members all the tools and support needed for a successful bid for elected office – whether it’s the local school board or a seat in the state legislature. OLCS is designed and run for and by active union members.
 
The OLCS is currently accepting application for its first class scheduled to begin in September 2012. Applications are due by July 27, 2012. The school will be limited to a maximum of 12- 14 members for the first year.  Party registration is not a consideration in the selection process. For more information on the program, the selection criteria and to apply please visit our website."


http://www.oregonlaborcandidateschool.org/ 
  
Oregon Education Association
6900 SW Atalanta
Portland, Oregon97223