02/10/2026
📢 Collier Educators Deserve the Truth — Not Politics.
Yesterday, the Commissioner of Education sent out a mass email, forwarded by our Superintendent, attacking “the union” and spreading misinformation. Let’s set the record straight:
👉 CCEA did NOT file any lawsuit.
The Commissioner’s message is false, misleading, and a misuse of taxpayer-funded communication channels. Instead of supporting educators, this rhetoric distracts from the real work happening in our classrooms every day.
Here’s what actually happened:
✔ A separate higher‑education union filed a legal challenge
✔ The case was later withdrawn—not lost
✔ Legal action is sometimes necessary to defend educators’ rights
Meanwhile, Collier educators continue to show up for students—teaching, caring, and creating safe learning environments despite nonstop political noise.
💪 CCEA will always stand up for you.
We’re fighting for:
• Fair, competitive pay
• Safe, supportive schools
• Professional autonomy & respect
• Protection from political interference in public education
✊ This is why being united matters.
If you're not a member yet, now is the time to add your voice:
🔗 Join CCEA: https://www.ccea-ocap.com/cceamembership
📫 Want your School Board to hear from you directly?
Here are their emails:
• District 1 – Jerry Rutherford: [email protected]
• District 2 – Stephanie Lucarelli: [email protected]
• District 3 – Kelley Mason: [email protected]
• District 4 – Erick Carter (Vice Chair): [email protected]
• District 5 – Tim Moshier: [email protected]
Your voice matters.
Your work matters.
And your union will keep fighting for you—every single day. 💙🍎
