Tacoma Education Association

08/28/2026

We’ll be at 1949 S State St in Tacoma.

🗣️ We're walking out with state workers on Monday to support their fight for a fair contract! Actions are planned in dozens of locations statewide and all are invited to support the public workers that provide services we all rely on. Find an action near you: https://ow.ly/UWIQ50ZFQuV AFSCME Council 28 WFSE

08/28/2026

We don't want to strike. SPS can stop a strike before it starts by agreeing to a contract with adequate Special Education supports, respectful pay, and reasonable class sizes. Link below.

08/27/2026

We don't want to, but we are ready to stand up for our students if the district forces us to. We return to the bargaining table tomorrow and will bargain every day to try to get to an agreement. We want to be back with our students, and we want to return with a contract that provides more of what our students need to succeed.

08/24/2026

See you there!

08/24/2026

The repercussions of hot classrooms are not to be taken lightly. Members, check your emails for a survey to share whether your classroom or workspace has hit 80 during August.

A new report looks at how extreme heat affects students’ health, development, and ability to learn.

08/14/2026

From SEIU 1199NW Secretary Treasurer Yolanda King-Lowe: "The Bond Hearing just concluded and Tacko Seck was granted bond and will be released as soon as it is paid!!! The family and friends are SOOOO HAPPY and APPRECIATIVE of all the support!!"

08/13/2026

Our first professional development opportunity of the new school year will be with Phyllis Campano, Special Education and Inclusionary Practices Coordinator with the Washington Education Association. Sign up for 6 clock hours through the WEA-WIN website (https://wea-win.org/events/1830?type=Event).

08/12/2026

The 2nd edition of “The TEA” 🫖 sent today via text to all members! Third edition will be out at the end of August.

08/07/2026

08/04/2026

We call them association or building reps, but across labor, they're often called shop stewards.

If you've ever been interested in becoming a building rep, this free training might be a great place to start.

This workshop is intended for stewards and elected officers who work closely with stewards. Please register only if this applies to you. Join Labor Notes for an online workshop for shop stewards on “thinking like an organizer.” This workshop is based on this article of the same name. Shop stewar...