Dear Colleagues,
Happy 2019!
Things are quite “hairy” across our nation right now, and things that folks take for granted (like a paycheck if you are a federal employee) might not be happening.
Our sisters and brothers in Los Angeles are on strike. They have had enough of inferior conditions, no support, no supplies, not enough guidance counselors and nurses, and meager salaries. We support their efforts.
Here in NJ, we are preparing many actions to show our collective strength.
To that end, we will be “Wearing Red for Ed” on January 30th. We need lawmakers and others to see that we are a force to be reckoned with. My information tells me that ALL NJEA members will be doing the same that day.
If you called the committee chairs to demand that S-2606 be posted, voted on and approved. Thank you. It is not too late to do that…or do it again!
I’m hoping you smile and feel our collective strength and remember we are YOUR union, fighting for you!
In solidarity,
Ellen Ogintz
EWEA President