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Reclassification Deadline: June 30, 2012

Wed, 09 May 2012 20:13:03 GMT

Because of state law, in-service hours will no longer count for graduate credit. Hours accrued up to August 30, 2012 may be counted. If you are eligible for reclassification, please fill out the appropriate form as soon as possible.

Blood Bank Wednesday!

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 23:53:35 GMT

Donate blood at PHS Wednesday, May 2. Go to the Auxiliary Gym to participate. SAVE A LIFE!

Cyber lobby Congress

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:57:13 GMT

and tell them to extend the educators' tax deduction. Go to http://www.capwiz.com/nea/issues/alert/?alertid=60942401&type=CO

PBOE Payday on April 5

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 23:41:04 GMT

Fortunately, we got paid before we left for Spring Break....unfortunately, we will not be paid for over three weeks until Monday, April 30. Use caution as you spend this break!

Watch the mail for election ballots...

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 23:40:14 GMT

You should receive two ballots in the next two weeks--one for the EAP officer and executive board election, and another ballot for the PCEA and NJEA elections. Ask your Senior Rep for more information.

Need help to explain why TENURE is important?

Sun, 11 Mar 2012 20:13:04 GMT

Please click on the links below to read excellent arguments that support the position to keep tenure. Feel free to share!

http://jerseyjazzman.blogspot.com/2012/03/tom-moran-im-begging-answer-these.html

http://www.njea.org/issues-and-political-action/tenure/tenure-talking-points

Save the Date!

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 22:59:16 GMT

Important event coming up in March...on March 29, support the PCEA (Passaic County Education Association) in their biggest PAC fundraiser of the year. Enjoy a night out at The Brownstone with comedy, food, and drink! For more information, go to the following link: http://pcea1.org/newsletters/profile-jan_12.pdf and scroll almost to the end of The Profile.

Election News

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 00:01:33 GMT

On Monday, March 5, members will vote for delegates to attend the NEA Representative Assembly. Members will vote Monday morning in their respective school buildings (Administration building members must go to Passaic High School before 8:15 am). Please remember to plan accordingly so that you are able to vote. See your Senior Rep with any questions.

It's almost Spring...

Tue, 14 Feb 2012 00:57:37 GMT

and that means observations may be increasing and final evaluations are just around the corner. Be aware of the following information that is explained in our contract (Article 16):

You must receive the written report with 10 working days of the observation.
You have at least 24 hours to review the report before any conference to discuss it.
Signing the report merely acknowledges you received it; it does not signify agreement
You may write a rebuttal to attach to the report.

If you have any specific questions or concerns, see your Association Representative.

If you are feeling stressed out and in need of assistance....

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 01:50:55 GMT

call 1-888-828-7826. Use this link http://www.hcams.us/index.html for more information.

Paycheck News

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 23:46:22 GMT

Be aware of several upcoming changes in the taxes withheld from your paychecks:

We pay 0.2% for Family Leave Disability; this is going up to 0.8%. In addition, right now the FICA rate is the same (4.2%). But by the end of March 2012, without legislation, it will go up to 6.2%. That means a possible 2% salary decrease.
For those at the top of the guide, take note: the Social Security base is up to $110,100. This means some of you at the top of the guide won't get the December "break" from FICA you may be used to receiving (the base used to be $106,800). This is definite.

In addition, plan ahead for April...Because of the spring break, we will get paid on April 5 (after being paid the week before on March 30) and then we won't get a paycheck until April 30th! That is 25 days between paydays, so be sure to plan appropriately.

Sign up for Workshops

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 00:24:53 GMT

Recently, you received the latest edition of the PCEA Profile. There are several opportunities to earn PD credit and registration forms are in the newsletter. Sign up today!

When an adult took a standardized test

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 01:31:52 GMT

Check out this article in the Washington Post...one wonders how well one of the adults in our educational community would do if they took the test!

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/answer-sheet/post/when-an-adult-took-standardized-tests-forced-on-kids/2011/12/05/gIQApTDuUO_blog.html

Give Blood, Save A Life!

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:08:35 GMT

Join students and staff at the the high school on Tuesday, December 13 to donate blood. The drive will be held in the Auxiliary Gym.

Returning from an unpaid leave?

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:36:21 GMT

Remember to visit Human Resources to sign a payroll form to be activated...until you do so, you will not receive a paycheck. For more information, contact Jacque Diggs at the EAP office.

Emerging candidate from Wayne

Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:33:03 GMT

Sean Spiller, the President of the Wayne Education Association, is running for Secretary-Treasurer of the NJEA. Support one of our own Passaic County educators in this campaign-- view his website www.spillerfornjea.org for more information.

FAQ regarding Health Benefit Costs

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 23:44:55 GMT

If you are concerned about the changes to the health benefits and the cost to you, look at this website: http://www.njea.org/issues-and-political-action/pensions-and-health-benefits/frequently%20asked%20questions

Information on Health Benefits

Wed, 26 Oct 2011 00:01:38 GMT

We are all wondering what we will have to pay next year for our health benefits....and it is now the open enrollment period for 2012. Check out this link to the State of NJ website that provides SOME information:

http://www.nj.gov/treasury/pensions/open-2011.shtml

The information we are most interested in, the actual cost of the premiums, is still being worked out-according to the site. This site also has links to worksheets so that when the cost of the premiums are available, you can determine the amount you will pay.

Convention

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 23:59:01 GMT

EAP Social

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 20:31:26 GMT

Come enjoy great food and beverages with your EAP colleagues. Join us on Friday, November 18, at 7:00pm at the Polish Home on Monroe Street. Go to the Documents page (under Members tab) or ask your A/R for more information.