Johnston Education Association-Public

04/01/2026

Thank you to all of our amazing paraprofessionals.

Paraprofessional Appreciation Day is observed annually on the first Wednesday of April. It honors paraprofessional educators, who may also be known as paras, instructional assistants, or teacher aides. Paraprofessionals perform a variety of teaching-related jobs and often assist teachers in classrooms.

Paras may work with students on supplemental enrichment activities, either in small groups or one-on-one. They may also help students complete assignments or practice reading. Paraprofessionals often work with students with special education needs and a variety of disabilities. They may also supervise students outside the classroom and assist teachers with clerical work.

Paraprofessionals work tirelessly each day to support students & teachers, so today we honor them for their service.

03/09/2026

So many educators in Iowa are advocating for students, staff & schools. Public educator working conditions are student learning conditions, and only when we link arms are our voices heard!
Not a member? … there are so many reasons why membership matters:
https://www.isea.org/join

02/28/2026

02/23/2026

Public schools are the heart of our communities. They’re powered by dedicated educators and strengthened by the support and investment our students deserve.

Join us in celebrating Public Schools Week 2026 and the transformative work happening in public schools across the country.

We would love it if you took this opportunity to reach out to a public school staff member and say, "Thank you!"
Also, if you haven't already, you can sign on to support the ISEA Educator Bill of Rights at https://secure.ngpvan.com/lWWohA4RtUqbyIAV3Z27Mw2

02/18/2026

Information pertaining to the Iowa Legislature as well as the Executive and Judicial branch in as much as they relate to the legislative branch

02/16/2026

https://www.thegazette.com/staff-editorials/iowa-senate-school-funding-bill-falls-short/?fbclid=IwY2xjawQAfupleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETJXS0kzb1lld2REdWxtNFZyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHinYIrFfoR1qSdcAEhgjquV3av2COXVy0d9euN-x33-JlekBXGkdDfP8pvHp_aem_i4mxs7am-UW4osW3EOA0nw

The Iowa Senate on the opening day of the 2026 legislative session at the capitol in Des Moines, Iowa, on …

02/10/2026

Congratulations to Jessica!

It’s been a big year for Johnston Community School District’s Jessica Dowell.

02/09/2026

https://www.thegazette.com/staff-columnists/statehouse-assault-on-public-schools-continues-in-iowa/?fbclid=IwY2xjawP3O8lleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeYKK7dKGgqlLNWxiuXHf4EVZL-zKCOQPV1elGI-J-q9F1Ov1PbDbHsV_XTaw_aem_KuEKhMVBfTZRS7BYqwVchg

Iowa Lawmakers applaud during Gov. Kim Reynolds' Condition of the State address on Jan. 13, 2026, at the Iowa State …

01/24/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/17zfDF2NrB/

A portion of ISEA President Joshua Brown's response to the 2026 Iowa Condition of the State:

"Continuing to prioritize private school vouchers and exploring unsustainable changes to local property taxes, combined with below minimum funding, serve only a fraction of Iowa families. We need to approach change through the lens of what benefits the many, not just the few."

"The Iowa State Education Association Educator Bill of Rights offers a different path. It is a roadmap to success for students, schools, and communities across Iowa. Increasing school funding, codifying essential rights such as manageable workloads, fair and competitive compensation, and safe and supportive learning environments for every student, regardless of ZIP code, ensures that our schools retain the highly qualified experts our children deserve, placing students at the center of everything they do." - Joshua Brown, ISEA President

12/11/2025

Today, ISEA President Joshua Brown proudly launches our campaign championing the ISEA Educator Bill of Rights, because Iowa educators deserve unwavering support, essential resources, and the professional autonomy to empower every student’s success.

12/11/2025

https://www.kcci.com/article/iowa-educators-advocate-for-bill-of-rights-to-support-teachers-and-students/69692438?fbclid=IwY2xjawOoIoBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe7nnNI-kZYH0hS4l4jivqQJ5yuYeehlpwRpvfsogxgqmMcldl5RMbW68-XJo_aem_h0YTq1IdprVn3wLL4giN6Q

The Iowa State Education Association is urging state lawmakers to pass an 'Educator Bill of Rights' to improve conditions for teachers and students, including competitive pay and smaller class sizes.