Update on School Closures from President Lisa Gourley
On Tuesday, March 17, Gov. Kate Brown issued an executive order extending the school closure through April 28, 2020, in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Her order directs public schools to continue to pay all regular employees during the closure. Knowing that we will have paychecks in this time is a tremendous relief for so many OSEA-represented employees. Our union... Read More
Advocating for our rights
Across Oregon, the novel coronavirus outbreak has created a public health emergency that is affecting the membership and represented employees of the Oregon School Employees Association (OSEA), as well as our families, schools and communities. During this unprecedented time we are working with state and local governments, school districts and our chapters to protect the health,... Read More
OSEA Office Announcement
During the state-wide school closure (through April 28, 2020), we will continue to be available for representation and chapter support. However, OSEA offices will be closed due to the public health threat of coronavirus. Rest assured, OSEA staff will answer phone calls and respond to email, and continue other communications. We believe this step is the best action we can take for... Read More
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