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Apply for the 2026 NEA Foundation Awards for Teaching Excellence
Each year, the NEA Foundation and NEA recognize outstanding educators through the NEA Foundation Awards for Teaching Excellence. The 2026 Awards will be given in February 2026 in Washington, D.C. If you would like to apply to be a 2026 awardee, submit an application to the Federal Education Association by March 14, 2025. https://www.neafoundation.org/projects-initiatives/awards-for-teaching-excellence/ FEA,… Read More
Update on Overseas Excess Process
December 2, 2024 Over the next week, school principals will review staffing documents and begin the process of excessing employees in Overseas schools. FRSs are to be consulted in this process. Vacancies are to be shared with District-level union representatives beginning December 10. Beginning December 12, excessed educators as notified by principals will be able… Read More
Updated 2025 Candidates For At-Large Offices on the FEA Board of Directors
Candidates had until November 20, 2024, to withdraw if they did not want their name to appear on the ballot. The final list of candidates, following that deadline, appears below. Names are listed alphabetically here. They will be listed in random order on the ballot. A copy of this list will be mailed to FRSs… Read More
2025 NEA Read Across America Grant Opportunity
Submit your funding request by Monday, November 4, 2024 The application can be found here. FEA is applying to NEA for grant money to help fund Read Across America events for our members worldwide on or around NEA's Read Across America Day (Monday, March 3, 2025). To bolster our grant application, we need specific projects… Read More
FAQ for Class Action on DoDEA’s release of medical information for Reasonable Accommodation
From March 11, 2002, through December 31, 2009, DoDEA used a Request for Reasonable Accommodation Form that contained a mandatory general release of medical information that was overly broad, in violation the Rehabilitation Act. A class action lawsuit was filed on behalf of employees this practice may have impacted. After years of litigation, in full… Read More
FEA President’s Report – October 7th, 2024
Thank you for your membership School year 2024-2025 has already been a busy one for our dedicated members, who work hard to support military-connected students and their families. FEA remains committed to supporting all its members. I want to thank you for your FEA membership. Whether you are a longtime member or new to the… Read More
FEA President’s Report – September 11th, 2024
IMPORTANT: Do not view this information while you are on government time, government property or while using government equipment. Do not forward this information to any DoDEA or other government email account or to anyone who is likely to view it while on government time or using government equipment. Back in the Field This month… Read More
FEA ELECTION INFORMATION
Election of At-Large Officers to the FEA Board of Directors and Proposed Amendments to the FEA Constitution During the 2024-2025 school year, FEA will conduct an election for the purpose of selecting At-Large officers to serve on the FEA Board of Directors. Active members will also vote on three proposed amendments to the FEA Constitution.… Read More
As you start your school year, know your Association is there for you
Hopefully all FEA members had a restful and enjoyable summer break. As you return to your school and classroom this 2024-2025 school year, know that the Federal Education Association (FEA) and your local Association are there for you. Use FEA’s many member resources to stay informed, protect yourself, save on recertification, and more. We also… Read More
FEA Empowers Educators in DoDEA’s New Licensing and Reciprocity Policy
DoDEA recently announced the Agency has modified its licensure policy by allowing full reciprocity for current DoDEA educators and applicants. During the policy formation process, FEA successfully negotiated with the Agency to ensure that the process of adding certifications will be educator-driven. On Monday, August 12th, DoDEA management sent an email message to all educators. The… Read More