8/21/11_____________________________________________
OEBB Insurance open enrollment is now open online and will be closed on September 8th.
Carriers will be available for quetsions at convocation on 8/30 or at the district office on 8/25 from 1pm - 3pm
OEBB Insurance Information from the GBEA
The district is offering Medic First Aid courses at their office during the weeks of 8/22 and 8/29. Classes are 4 hours each and cost $34
You can search for ODS providers by going here, we are under the ODS Plus network
8/09/11_____________________________________________
Bargaining on 8/13 at CAL has been CANCELED
The next scheduled Bargaining date is 8/30 at CAL 4:30pm - 8:30pm
7/18/11_____________________________________________
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6/19/11_____________________________________________
The GBEA would like to give special thanks to two of our retiring members for their years and years of tireless contributions to the association.

Nancy Chase has been Treasurer for many years, more than anyone can remember, and has done an outstanding job. Thank you, Nancy, for all your hard work and dedication!

Jan Speciale has been our long-time Grievance Chair and assisted countless members with problems and questions in regards to our contract. In addition, she has been a member of our Bargaining Team for years as well. Her experience and wisdom has benefited us all so many ways. Thank you, Jan, for your many many hours of work with our members!
6/02/11_____________________________________________
Thanks to everyone who attended the GBEA Appreciation Party!!
6/02/11_____________________________________________
OEA SUMMER CONFERENCE open to all members Aug 1-3 in Bend
At the 2011 OEA Summer Conference, discover the power you hold as an OEA member to engage in collective action. Learn to use your own skills to advocate for our schools and students. Youíll network, youíll enhance your organizing and leadership skills, and youíll walk away with some expert professional development tools.
See link for more information and registration:
