insider for March 2, 2010

A teacher and member of the Education Association of Fox Lake IEA/NEA, is our latest winner of a $100 VISA gift card.  Congratulations to Joseph Fernandez! Enter to win a VISA gift card: Send us an e-mail with VISA in the subject line — insider readers win valuable prizes all year long!
 
The state’s budget crisis is causing pink slips being sent school employees statewide. Take a moment to let Gov. Quinn know what you’re going through, what students are facing and what kind of effect this crisis has on our state.
 
This video will walk you through the very simple process that actually gives you a voice in the process.  Please send your budget input to the governor today!
 
There is strength in numbers, so be among the thousands who will come to IEA Lobby Day on April 21. Let’s make it impossible for legislators to ignore IEA members’ collective voice.  More information here.
 
 
 
It’s Dr. Seuss’ birthday!
 
Why not take a few minutes this week to celebrate reading in your classroom, your school or your community and encourage kids to become avid readers, strong thinkers and good “steerers” in life in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday.
 
Springfield’s Feitshans Academy celebrated Read Across America early this year, serving students in the Pre-K through fifth grade green eggs and ham for breakfast and inviting community members in to read to students.
 
Let us know how you commemorated Read Across America in your school.