The Advocate, March 24th, 2023
President's Message: Spring has Sprung!
March 24, 2023
Hello Educators, As we near the end of the year, where Spring Break is just around the corner, take a deep breath. Congratulations to everyone for making it to the last quarter of the year! Many of you are experiencing the difficult choice of...
Read MoreLa Casa Comun Solidarity Event Sunday, March 26th
March 24, 2023
The El Rancho Residents' Committee has been fighting for their rights for a year and now several residents have received unfair eviction notices. This Sunday, March 26th, 2:00-5:00 PM, come hear their stories, join their struggle, and put pressure on the owner to stop...
Read MoreFully Fund Special Education: March 27th Public Hearing on HB 2895
March 24, 2023
Here is an amazing opportunity to influence state funding for special education! House Bill 2895 proposes to remove the cap on state funding for special education. What: Public Hearing on House Bill 2895 When: Monday, March 27th @ 3:00 PM Where: Capitol Building, 900 Court...
Read MoreMarch 29th, OEA Student Loan Forgiveness Seminar Register Today!
March 24, 2023
Join OEA to learn more about how recent changes may impact your student debt, and resources available through your NEA Member Benefits to help you navigate the system. Register today to reserve your place. See our flyer below. Date and Time: Wednesday, March 29 from...
Read MoreNext PAT/PPS Bargaining Sessions
March 24, 2023
April 4th, 2023 11am-7pm @ PAT office April 13th, 2023 11am-7pm @ PESC office Set your reminders to watch and show your solidarity! Wear your buttons, Blues, and a cap with a bargaining button on it! On Tuesday, April 4th, Take a photo with staff before or...
Read MoreProfessional Development by OHS and JAMO
March 24, 2023
Join the Oregon Historical Society and the Japanese American Museum of Oregon to learn about classroom-ready curriculum and other resources to teach about the experiences of Japanese Americans in Oregon. Click here to register. Saturday, April 15th Educator Workshop 12:30-2:00 PM Public roundtable discussion with Yasui...
Read MoreSave the Date! Thursday, April 27th, An Evening with Nichole Watson
March 24, 2023
Join us at the PAT office for a discussion on where we’ve been and where we are going with racial equity. More details to come.
Read MoreLabor Notes Troublemakers School, May 6th!
March 24, 2023
The Labor Notes Troublemakers School is coming back to Portland! PAT is co-sponsoring this event 9:00 AM-4:00 PM Saturday, May 6th at McDaniel High School. This is FREE for PAT members! Come learn from other labor activists and members about organizing, representation, direct action, and contract...
Read MoreUpcoming PAT Committee Meetings/Events
March 24, 2023
RSVP Today Substitute Committee, Tuesday, April 4th, 4:30-6:30 PM Advocacy Committee*, Wednesday, April 5th, 4:30-6:30 PM Internal Organizing, Monday, April 10th, 4:30-6:30 PM ELD Sub-Committee, Moved to April 11th!, 4:30-6:30 PM (register HERE for Zoom link) Legislative Committee & PAT PAC, Tuesday, April 11th, 4:30-6:30 PM Bargaining, IPD, Racial...
Read MoreKnow Your Contract: Contract Exceptions- due May 12th
March 24, 2023
PAT has a process for contract exceptions to allow professional educators at a worksite to apply for an exception to the terms and conditions of the Agreement (Article 1.9). Contract exceptions are due Friday, May 12th, 2023 and must be approved by the PAT Advocacy Committee...
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