Under the Resources tab you can find applications for scholarships, awards, and grants, along with other tools and information for education professionals and local affiliates. Our easy to browse Resources section can be viewed in its entirety, narrowed down by topic or audience, or searched directly by keyword. The search results can then be further narrowed by topic and/or audience. Topics include Bargaining tools, Communications and community engagement, Education policy and governing bodies, Employment, Legal issues, Licensure and certification, Leadership tools and documents, Membership, Professional development, Retirement, Salary and benefits, Teacher evaluation, and Tools and tips. The audiences represent OEA’s diversity of members, as well as non-educators.
Oppose Voucher Expansion
Background Senate Bill 85, sponsored by Senator Matt Huffman (R- Lima), would greatly expand private school vouchers in the state. The bill would replace the EdChoice and Cleveland voucher programs with a new statewide voucher called the “Opportunity Scholarship.” OEA …
Become an Educator for Ohio’s Future
OEA members can help shape Ohio's future by nurturing a life-long love of learning in our students. No matter who is in office at the local, state or national level, we are the best advocates for Ohio's public schools and the students we serve. Please join the fight for a better future for public education in Ohio. To join, please sign up and become an Educator for Ohio's Future.
NEOEA Board of Directors Meeting (tentative)
NEOEA Board of Directors Meeting (tentative)
Women’s Equality Day
Eid al-Adha
OEA Educator Appreciation Night with the Clippers
Featured Stories
Free Higher Education Benefits
Free Higher Education Benefits
Through the OEA Higher Education Benefit, you and your family members can now earn an associate degree completely online – for FREE! Last dollar scholarship ensures no out of pocket cost for tuition or fees. To be eligible, students must …
Important RESA information
Important RESA information
As of July 21, 2017 The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) has, effective July 21, 2017, altered some requirements regarding the Resident Educator Program, including offering teachers who have expired resident educator licenses a one (1) year extension, retroactive to …
Legislative Watch
Legislative Watch
OEA Legislative Watch is the association’s newsletter covering the legislation and policies that affect public education employees. Read the latest issue.
2015-2016 Ohio teacher salaries
2015-2016 Ohio teacher salaries
The salary information provided below was compiled for Ohio Schools by OEA’s Education Policy Research and Member Advocacy (EPRMA) department using data from the Association’s Contract & Arbitration Database. Salary information for districts not represented by an OEA affiliated local was obtained from the State Employee Relations Board (SERB). Please contact EPRMA for salary information related to Career Technology Centers (CTC) and Educational Service Centers (ESC).
Ohio Unsung Public School Heroes
Ohio Unsung Public School Heroes
OEA recognizes these Ohio Public School Heroes! You told us your stories about how your heroes affected your lives in positive ways, and why they deserved to recognized. We invited you to nominate your “Ohio Public School Heroes” — …
General Assembly Voting Record
General Assembly Voting Record
OEA Government Relations has developed and will maintain an updated voting record for each member of the General Assembly. The voting record is in spreadsheet format and posted here, on the OEA website. Votes that will be tracked will be …
Breakfast In the Classroom
Breakfast In the Classroom
2017 School Breakfast Champion Award Winners The Ohio School Breakfast Challenge (OSBC) is pleased to announce the 2017 School Breakfast Champion Award winners. Schools were recognized for their innovative and collaborative school breakfast practices and tradition excellence in providing school …
OEA Educator Appreciation Night with the Clippers
OEA Educator Appreciation Night with the Clippers
UPDATE: Rescheduled due to rain. Join us for OEA Educators Appreciation Night with the Columbus Clippers vs. the Indianapolis Indians with a SPECIAL APPEARANCE by DENNIS HASKINS – “Mr. Belding” from Saved By The Bell — Everybody’s Favorite TV Principal! …
