Owatonna Education Association

Owatonna Education Association We are the OEA, the union of professional educators of ISD 761 dedicated to providing a world class education to our students.

We are the OEA; the union that represents the educators of ISD 761. Our 340+ members are dedicated to providing the students of the Owatonna Public Schools with a world class education. https://www.facebook.com/Owatonna-Education-Association-108852032532965/news_feed

Our Teacher of the Year, Liza Drever, had the honor tonight of presenting the Owatonna Education Association Future Educ...
05/21/2026

Our Teacher of the Year, Liza Drever, had the honor tonight of presenting the Owatonna Education Association Future Educator Scholarship to two outstanding graduating seniors. Each recipient was awarded $1,000 to support their continued studies in the field of education.

Congratulations to Georgia Schrom and Brynn Andrix (who accepted her award via FaceTime because her golf team had a meet) on this well-deserved recognition!

Brynn will continue her education at Gustavus Adolphus College, while Georgia will attend Louisiana State University this fall.

We are proud to support the next generation of educators and look forward to seeing the impact these future educators will make.

Please join us in congratulating and wishing these seniors the best of luck!!



Big Shoutout to one of our own! 🍎✨The Owatonna Education Association is thrilled to celebrate Matt McCartney, a dedicate...
05/15/2026

Big Shoutout to one of our own! 🍎✨

The Owatonna Education Association is thrilled to celebrate Matt McCartney, a dedicated third-grade teacher at Washington Elementary, for receiving the Elbert K. Fretwell Outstanding Educator Award! 🏆

This honor, presented by Nikk Dickerson and the Owatonna Cub Scout Pack 351, recognizes educators who go above and beyond in preparing our youth to be the leaders and citizens of tomorrow.

Matt, thank you for your commitment to our students and for representing the excellence of Owatonna’s educators.

Join us in the comments to congratulate Mr. McCartney on this well-deserved recognition! 👇


Congratulations are in order for two of Owatonna’s finest! 🌟We are proud to celebrate Casie DeVos and Ayoub Farah for th...
05/15/2026

Congratulations are in order for two of Owatonna’s finest! 🌟

We are proud to celebrate Casie DeVos and Ayoub Farah for their outstanding achievements at the MN Association of Student Leaders State Conference.

• Casie DeVos (OHS Student Council Advisor): Named the Advisor of the Year! Casie’s dedication to mentoring our future leaders is truly inspiring.

• Ayoub Farah (OHS Student Council President): Named the Officer of the Year! Ayoub’s leadership and commitment to our school community have clearly set a high bar.

Join us in congratulating Casie and Ayoub on these well-deserved honors. Your hard work makes our entire district proud!



We wrapped up a wonderful evening at our annual Educators Awards and Recognition banquet by celebrating our four Teacher...
05/08/2026

We wrapped up a wonderful evening at our annual Educators Awards and Recognition banquet by celebrating our four Teacher of the Year nominees - an inspiring group who represent the very best of our school community.

Our current Teacher of the Year, Lisa Thorson, created a heartfelt slideshow featuring words and reflections from colleagues and students that truly captured the impact each nominee has every day. It was a meaningful tribute to their dedication and passion for education.

The night concluded with the exciting reveal of our 2026 Teacher of the Year: high school math teacher, Liza Drever!

Congratulations to Liza and to all of our outstanding nominees. We are grateful for the difference you make in the lives of our students and our school each day.

We are proud to honor this year’s Friend of Education recipients: the Owatonna Public Schools Success Coaches.These dedi...
05/08/2026

We are proud to honor this year’s Friend of Education recipients: the Owatonna Public Schools Success Coaches.

These dedicated individuals serve as vital liaisons, helping bridge language barriers and ensuring that all students and staff can connect, learn, and succeed in the classroom. They also play a critical role in helping us connect with families, which is an essential part of supporting student success.

Their work strengthens communication, builds relationships, and creates more inclusive learning environments for everyone.

We are incredibly grateful for their commitment, compassion, and the essential support they provide each and every day. Our schools are stronger because of them. Please join us in thanking them for all that they do!

Please help us celebrate an incredible milestone and honor for eight outstanding educators who are retiring this year. T...
05/08/2026

Please help us celebrate an incredible milestone and honor for eight outstanding educators who are retiring this year. Together, they represent 241 years of dedication, passion, and impact in the classroom.

For generations of students, they have been more than teachers - they have been mentors, role models, encouragers, and champions. Their collective legacy lives on in the countless lives they’ve shaped, the curiosity they’ve sparked, and the communities they’ve strengthened.

While it’s impossible to measure the full reach of their influence, one thing is certain: their work has made a lasting difference.

Thank you for your dedicated service to education and to our students. You will be deeply missed, but your impact will continue for years to come.

Congratulations on your well-earned retirement!

Last night, we had the honor of celebrating an incredible group of dedicated educators at our annual Educators Awards an...
05/08/2026

Last night, we had the honor of celebrating an incredible group of dedicated educators at our annual Educators Awards and Recognition Banquet.

We proudly recognized those who have reached 25 and 30 years of service - an extraordinary milestone that reflects years of commitment, passion, and impact on countless students and colleagues.

Thank you for your dedication, your perseverance, and the difference you make every single day.

Congratulations to all of our honorees! 🎉


Join us in celebrating our 2026 Teacher of the Year, Liza Drever! 🎉Liza was honored last night at our annual Educators A...
05/07/2026

Join us in celebrating our 2026 Teacher of the Year, Liza Drever! 🎉

Liza was honored last night at our annual Educators Awards and Recognition Banquet, and we couldn’t be more proud. As a dedicated high school math teacher, Liza brings passion, curiosity, and heart into her classroom every day.

She credits her colleagues as her biggest influence - growing through observing their teaching, asking questions, listening, and collaborating. This commitment to continuous learning shines through in everything she does.

What Liza loves most about teaching is building meaningful relationships with her students and working alongside some of her closest friends.

Congratulations, Liza, and thank you for the incredible impact you make on our students and school community! 🍎📚



🎓✏️ OHS Education Signing Day 🎓✏️Thirteen outstanding seniors officially signed their letters of intent to pursue caree...
05/05/2026

🎓✏️ OHS Education Signing Day 🎓✏️

Thirteen outstanding seniors officially signed their letters of intent to pursue careers in education, committing themselves to shaping future generations. Each student was joined by a mentor teacher who has guided and inspired them along the way, making this moment even more meaningful.

Surrounded by family, friends, teachers, and mentors, the room was filled with pride, excitement, and a shared belief in the power of education. These future educators are already making a difference, and we can’t wait to see the impact they’ll have in classrooms of their own.

Congratulations to our signees—we are so proud of you! 🍎


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