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The Purpose of the Vancouver Education Association

The preeminent purpose of the Vancouver Education Association shall be to work for the improvement of the schools of the state and nation in general, and particularly for the improvement of the Vancouver public schools to the end that these institutions become progressively better places for the students and teachers to carry out the educational activities that are necessary for the attainment of a quality education of the children they serve.

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Newsflash

Contract days, TRI days, etc. How do you figure it out?

Following is an explanation of how in-service days are counted towards your contract, extra pay, etc., as well as how you are paid for these days. Please refer back to this information throughout the 2011-2012 school year.

 

Professional links

Access links to such sites as NEA, OSPI, Department of Retirement Systems and many more.

Deduct your dues

Getting ready to do your 2011 taxes? You can deduct most of your association dues from your income tax.

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When the weather is bad

When wind, rain, flooding, and snow arrive, it’s important to fully understand the intent of our contract language related to inclement weather and reporting to work. (Article 10.2)

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