Yearly Archives: 2021

New Hampshire Educators Believe Distance Learning Should be a Last-Resort District Decision

Proposed new State Board of Education rule sends message that the health and safety of students and educators not a priority.    CONCORD, NH – NOVEMBER 10, 2021 – NEA-NH submitted a letter to the State Board of Education to consider as they addressed proposed rule changes to exclude the use of distance learning in cases of school-wide COVID outbreaks. “Our members view this proposal as far too limiting on local school districts and respectfully request that the Board consider withdrawing their proposal or making substantial changes in order to accommodate for the health and safety of students and staff […]

NEA Discount Marketplace—Exclusive Offers for Members – November Hot Deals and Discounts

The NEA Discount Marketplace, powered by Rakuten, enables members to earn Cash Back when they shop and save on brand-name merchandise from over 2,500 top retailers and online stores.* Check out the following member-exclusive deals in November at neamb.com/marketplace: Dell – Save on powerful desktops and laptops for home, school or office. And with the holidays coming, check out Gaming PCs and accessories. Free standard delivery, with no minimum purchase! Macy’s – Enhance autumn style and comfort with seasonal apparel, footwear, accessories, cosmetics, and home furnishings from Macy’s. Same-day delivery and curbside pickup available. JC Penney – Freshen up your […]

2021-2022 Martin Luther King Jr. Arts & Writing Contests

For students in Grades 5, 6, 7, & 8 The Martin Luther King Coalition has always considered involving youth an essential component of the community celebration of Martin Luther King Day. After all, in his most famous speech, one of Dr. King’s most poignant statements was the expression of his dream for the children: that they would one day be able to attend school & play together regardless of the colors of their skin. Therefore, from its early years, the Coalition has invited all children from the state of New Hampshire to participate in the celebration, initially through an Arts […]

NEA-NH Recommends Education Champion Hilliard for Somersworth Mayor

CONCORD, NH – OCTOBER 25, 2021- During his time as Mayor of Somersworth, Mayor Hilliard has used his voice as an elected leader to fight for more funding for public education and partnered with NEA-NH to expose school voucher schemes that threaten to damage our kids’ education and raise property taxes. Mayor Hilliard’s track record as a leader in this regard has earned him the support of NEA-NH, the only statewide organization that represents the Hilltop city’s educators. “We’ve always maintained that educator voices should be heard as decisions are being made that impact our students and classrooms. As an […]

Here’s Your Opportunity to Recognize the ESPs Who Work Tirelessly in Your School

Plans are underway for Education Support Professional (ESP) Day, our annual celebration of ESPs, Wednesday, November 17, 2021, during American Education Week! While NEA recognizes ESPs and their amazing contributions to our students, schools, communities every day, we are always excited for this special opportunity to lift up their stories and impact even further. This year, we are planning to amplify the voices of ESPs and support them through a variety of online actions. NEA’s Center for Communications and ESP Quality Department are collecting short video clips from a variety of educators and school community members with messages that show […]

Southside Middle School Wins California Casualty’s 2021 Music and Arts Grant

San Mateo, CA, October 7, 2021 – After careful consideration of nearly 500 applications, California Casualty has designated 142 schools throughout the country as 2021 Music and Arts Grant awardees. “We are excited to announce that this year, we are awarding a 2021 California Casualty Music & Art Grant to NEA-NH Member Regina McGuiggin from Southside Middle School in Manchester,” said Amy Grosso from California Casualty. “She is among 142 grants being awarded in 29 states. She will receive $250 to help purchase much needed art supplies for their program.” The recipients, representing 29 states, demonstrated a strong financial need […]