LED is your chance to educate a legislator

Legislative Education Day (LED) is a prime opportunity for elected officials at the state level to hear from the experts on education — you! Set for March 5-6 in Salem, LED is a two-way learning process. First, it’s an opportunity for us to educate legislators on the important work we do in our K-12 schools, community colleges, education service districts, higher education,... Read More

Legislative Education Day set for March 5-6

Legislative Education Day (LED) is a day for our members to be educated in the legislative process and to educate legislators about the important work they perform every day in our K-12 schools, community colleges, education service districts, higher education, Head Start agencies, park and recreation districts and libraries. It is a day when members see firsthand the people and... Read More

Speak up now about Oregon Budget

Oregon faces a massive $1.8 billion budget deficit that, if unresolved, will mean painful cuts to schools, health care and other critical services we rely on daily. Meanwhile, the world’s largest corporations enjoy the nation’s lowest taxes here in Oregon — that’s unacceptable. But it’s not too late to speak up before the budget is written. Your voice... Read More

Legislative Education Day: Sign up today!

Legislative Education Day (LED) is a prime opportunity for elected officials at the state level to hear from the experts on education: You! OSEA members, including ROSE, are invited to take part in this important opportunity to trade facts and wisdom with elected officials. The deadline to register has been extended to Feb. 10. Click here to sign up and be heard. Set for March 5-6... Read More

On March 5-6, OSEA members across Oregon will gather at the state Capitol for Legislative Education Day (LED) 2017. LED is an eye-opening experience that empowers members to learn about the legislative process and educate elected officials about the hard work they do inside and outside the classroom. Please join us for this important two-day event!  Read More

Wishing members happy holidays

By TIM STOELB, OSEA President The holidays are an opportunity to connect with family and friends in a positive and festive atmosphere. In that spirit, I wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season with the ones you love. Thank you, one and all, for the work you do. In these divisive times, there are occasions where even families can have their differences. It is no different in... Read More

We must elect candidates that align with our values: a strong public education system with effective employee protections and robust collective bargaining rights. These candidates have earned OSEA’s endorsement because they have passed our rigorous, member-led endorsement process. In order to gain ground, every single one of us must participate in our democracy by voting this... Read More

Celebrate Labor Day wknd with union friends

On Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 5, Oregonians throughout the state will celebrate the labor movement’s contribution to our country. In many communities, unions have organized social events to commemorate the day, including picnics, barbecues and speaking engagements for community leaders. The Oregon School Employees Association would like to encourage members to attend one of these... Read More

Beaverton, Woodburn divvy up books

Centennial Chapter 113 was the first OSEA chapter to pull off a First Book registration drive in 2014 and their example inspired members of Beaverton Chapter 48 and Woodburn Chapter 25 to follow their example. Members of Beaverton Chapter 48’s First Book committee are joined by OSEA organizers and volunteers for a group photo during the June 4 book distribution. The committee... Read More

OSEA’s 78th annual Conference was held on June 23-25, 2016, at the Red Lion on the River (Jantzen Beach) in Portland. Delegates who attended reduced member dues, approved OSEA’s annual budget, and elected state officers and zone directors.  Read More