The Advocate, May 19, 2021
President's Message, May 19, 2021: PAT Stands Behind Racial Equity and Anti-Bias Work in Schools
May 19, 2021
Across the country, racial equity work in our public schools is under attack. Right wing groups such as “Parents Defending Education,” the Freedom Foundation, and Project Veritas, are using aggressive and underhanded tactics to undermine anti-racist work in school districts across the country, and...
Read MorePAT Retiree Appreciation Event
May 19, 2021
Please join us in celebrating all of our wonderful educators who have retired this school year. We recognize that this was an especially challenging year and a half for educators, students, and families, and one that none of us would have imagined as the...
Read MoreMemorial Day Week Schedule
May 19, 2021
After hearing concerns from many of you about the schedule the week of Memorial Day, PAT has been working through our Contract Administration process to make sure the schedule honors our agreements. Here are some updates: For Middle School and High School: Educators must...
Read MorePAT Substitute Insurance and Substitute Bargaining
May 19, 2021
Since mid-school year the PAT has asked the District to enter into conversations about health benefits eligibility for Substitute educators. The reason this has been an area of concern is that the current collectively bargained agreement requires that an educator work a minimum of...
Read MoreApply to be in the 2021-22 PAT Advocacy Cadre
May 19, 2021
We are seeking applicants to be part of the 2021-22 PAT Advocacy Cadre. Apply here! Read more below. What is the Advocacy Cadre? This small group of members will work closely with UniServ Consultants to become experts on our contract, and will provide member-to-member support. The Advocacy...
Read MorePAT Scholarship for Aspiring Educators of Color- Winners and Honorees
May 19, 2021
Recruiting, supporting, and retaining educators of color is crucial, for our students and for our profession. Starting this spring, we are excited to award two $6,000 scholarships to people of color seeking a rewarding future career in education. Congratulations to Gabriela Cano-Hernandez, recipient of the...
Read MoreNew and Continuing Building Reps: Sign Up for Rep Training
May 19, 2021
Fundamentals of Being an Effective Building Rep When: Thursday, June 3, 4:30 - 6:00 PM; or Monday, June 7, 4:30 - 6:00 PM (both days are the same training, so pick the one that works best for you) Where: Zoom Sign up here to receive a link...
Read MoreMay is Asian American & Pacific Islander Month-- Get Involved!
May 19, 2021
Your PAT AAPI Month planning committee has been hard at work. We are excited to share lessons, resources, and events for AAPI Month. There are a variety of ways to get involved-- from visiting a local AAPI-owned business in the community, to teaching a...
Read MorePAT PAC Board Election Results
May 19, 2021
In April, PAT PAC contributors elected new members to serve as Directors on the PAT PAC Board. Jacob Jonas Closs and Tina Lamanna will each serve a three year term beginning on July 1st. In addition to the newly elected Directors, next year’s PAT PAC Board...
Read MoreDonate to PAT’s Sick Leave Bank
May 19, 2021
Donate up to 40 hours of your sick leave to help a colleague in need. Members may donate up to 40 hours of sick leave annually. Employees who have submitted notice of resignation are exempted from this maximum limit, and may contribute as many hours as...
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