WEA MidState

10/16/2026

One more training knocked down! Thank you to all of our YEA building reps who came out for their rep training today. We appreciate you giving up your time after a long day in the classroom and especially on a Seahawks game night! Looking forward to seeing you become even better advocates for your members!

10/15/2026

How cool is it that we will have Jeannie with us at our Unions Rock event this year?

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The Ellensburg Arts Commission would like to announce the 2026 Arts Treasure, Jeannie Johnson, and the 2026 Arts Advocate, Renee Fyall! Please join us in honoring this year's award winners and we thank everyone who submitted nominations. To learn more about this year's winners:
https://www.ci.ellensburg.wa.us/1228/Arts-Treasure-and-Arts-Advocate-Award

10/14/2026

The WEA Lower Valley cluster met at Doc's Pizza in Granger to discuss the business of the associations both great and small! Organizing works! Attending was Wapato, Grandview, Granger, Mt. Adam's, Sunnyside, and Toppen*sh.

10/14/2026

Your WEA MidState staff rocking our red for Ed today during union Solidarity week! Did your local wear red today too? Drop a pic in the comments for us!

10/13/2026

🌿 Honoring Indigenous Peoples Day 🌿

Today, the NEA Black Caucus proudly honors the rich histories, cultures, resilience, and enduring contributions of Indigenous Peoples.

As advocates for racial and social justice, we recognize that the struggles for equity, sovereignty, education, and human dignity are deeply connected.

We acknowledge the injustices Indigenous communities have endured while celebrating their strength, leadership, and continued commitment to preserving their cultures and traditions.

Our histories matter. Our cultures matter. Our voices matter.

May we continue to stand in solidarity, uplift Indigenous voices, and work toward a future rooted in justice, respect, and liberation for all.

❤️🖤💚 NEA Black Caucus

10/07/2026

Never forget your Weingarten Rights!

"If this discussion could in any way lead to my discipline or termination, or impact my working conditions, I ask that my Union Steward, Officer or Representative be present to assist me at the meeting. Without representation, I shall not participate in the discussion. I shall not consent to any searches or tests affecting my person, property or effects. I will attend the meeting and follow lawful orders, but I choose not to answer any questions. Please consider this request to be ongoing."

10/06/2026

Did you know that PESB just approved Educational Interpreters in Sign Language as certificated roles. This certificate is within the same overall category ESA and teacher certificates. If you are a sign language interpreter already working in a Washington state public school or are someone interested in this role, it is critical that you learn the certification requirements and policy changes. WEA has you covered. Attend the WEA Educational Interpreter Certification 101 course offered several times between now and the end of this school year. Learn more and register at https://wea-win.org/events?search=educational+interpreters

10/02/2026

Our third annual Unions Rock event is one month away! This year we have PD specifically for our classified folks as well as classes for our certs on AI in the classroom. CCDEI clock hours as well as STEM clock hours will be provided. We're going to sip and paint, have a bonfire, learn about the connection between civics and unions as well as hold our incredibly fun and energizing Crazy Auction! Space is limited so if your local president hasn't reached out yet and you are interested in attending, please reach out to your rep or Sandy in our office to RSVP ASAP!

10/02/2026

The latest episode of Pencils Down, Rise Up! has dropped! Tune in as WEA President Janie White sits down for a conversation with NEA President Princess Moss and Washington State Labor Council (AFL-CIO) President April Sims to discuss the interconnection between WEA, NEA and WSLC, empowering members, centering members in their leadership, and supporting one another as they take the helm of the largest unions in our state and nation. Listen now at https://www.washingtonea.org/weareblog/pencils-down-rise-up/

09/30/2026

Huge shout out to all of our River cluster leaders who came out to connect, commiserate, center ourselves around the work. Thank you to Nicole Lunden, John Duresky’s communication’s director for coming out and sharing his platform with us.