Hey VTA members, We’re going to have a general meeting to go over all the Tentative Agreement items including the final salary agreement before we vote on the new contract. It’ll be on Wednesday, Dec 4th in the Will C Wood theatre at 4PM.  The bargaining team will be there to take questions and we’ll …

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ScholarShare 529 allows families to save tax-free for qualified higher education expenses. They are encouraging families statewide to take advantage of this unique college savings incentive program before it ends on December 31, 2019. Learn more here.

Whether you are a brand new CTA member starting your first job or a long-time member starting at a new district, you have a special opportunity to apply for CTA-endorsed Disability insurance and up to $200,000 in Life insurance from Standard Insurance Company (The Standard) all without having to answer any health questions. To take advantage of …

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New must-read series highlights Schools and Communities First Great for a read and a share with friends and family! Check out Capital and Main’s latest in their “United States of Inequality” series: When Big Money Votes, Wealth Gaps Widen. New Infographic This new resource helps show the impact of Schools and Communities First and it’s great for …

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ICYMI: Pittsburg Teacher Uses Lizzo’s ‘Truth Hurts’ Song to Inspire, Teach Students You love to see it! Check out this joyful clip of Dorothy Mallari performing a classroom-friendly version of Lizzo’s hit song alongside her elementary students. The viral video even got a shout-out from Lizzo herself <3  American Education Week: November 18-22 Celebrate incredible educators this week! Today …

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