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Volume 8, Issue 1 August 18, 2017
OEA-R STATEWIDE FALL CONFERENCE
This annual meeting which is open to all OEA-R members will be held on Thursday, September 14th in the 7th Floor Meeting Room of the STRS Building @ 175 East Broad Street, Columbus OH. Morning speakers will include the OEA Officers, OEA Executive Direct Sheryl Mathis, and speakers from the retirement systems. Other interesting and informational sessions are being planned for after lunch. There is a $15 registration fee which covers lunch plus the parking at the STRS Building is free. Directions on how to register along with the Registration Form can be found on page 8 of this publication.
SEOEA-R’s THIRD ANNUAL LUNCHEON
10 A.M. to 3 P.M. on Thursday, November 9, 2017 @ The Best Western, 701 Pike Street, Marietta OH 45750
Marietta is an interesting place to visit so SEOEA-R & The Best Western are offering rooms for $60 + taxes for Wednesday, November 8th and (or) November 9th. Whether you drive in for the luncheon or extend your stay to explore Marietta, we hope to see you the 9th. This publication includes information on the Luncheon Speakers, our menu options, and an article on “Things to Do in Marietta”. The Registration Form can be found on page 7. This information along with the Registration Form is also available on our website: http://seoea-r.ohea.us
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CHECK OUT THE NEWLY REVISED OEA WEBSITE
Useful headings on our new www.ohea.org website:
JOIN FAQS SIGN UP LOGIN/REGISTER DONATE
ABOUT MEMBER CENTER GET INVOLVED RESOURCES MEDIA
The SIGN UP “button” will take you to take you to the Preference Page where you can update your email address and select the emails you want to receive. Your choices are listed below. Please note, OEA does not share information you’ve given us with unafflilated groups nor does OEA make any of your information publically available. You can also share a cell phone number if you wish to receive text messages. Email choices are:
- Legislative Watch– OEA offers insight and analysis of the issues and legislation that affect public education.
- OEA Action Alerts– News for activists committed to advancing education policies focused on building great public schools for all students.
- Events and Promotions– Emails about special discounts and events offered exclusively to OEA members.
- OEA Updates– Important information about OEA operations and services.
- OEA-R Newsline– A quarterly newsletter from the OEA-Retired Advisory Council.
The JOIN “button” will take you to a screen that tells students in college education programs how to join OSEA (Ohio Student Education Association) followed by how to join OEA-R. This screen also lists reasons for Retired Educators & ESPs to belong to our OEA-R. The R stands for Retired!
You can seek secure, for members only, info by using theLOGIN/REGISTER”button” .
Plus, you can use the pink DONATE “button” to support the Fund for Children & Public Education (FCPE) which supports pro-education candidates and issue affecting active & retired educators & ESPs. (Of course, to earn an OEA endorsement, a candidate must be willing to meet with the OEA’s members who are chosen to do such screenings. The good news is that many GOP candidates are once again screening with our organization and some of them earn our endorsement as well.)
For now we have only one other screen with 2 items about OEA-R . Remember, there is an OEA-R website you can reach at http://oea-r.ohea.us + we have http://seoea-r.ohea.org as well.
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.FAREWELL & THANK YOU
It has been my pleasure to represent you, the members of SEOEA-R. The best part has been seeing more and more SEOEA-R members support SEOEA-R and attend OEA-R events. For instance, Southeast Retired had more attendees than any of the other Districts at the 2016 Spring Conference which included a visit to the Columbus Art Museum. At the beginning of my tenure as SEOEA-R Rep, I worked without support, but am happy to report that recently others have stepped in to help. Thank you to Crista Hahn and then Jeff Slattery for maintaining the SEOEA-R website. Thanks to Charlie Wilcoxen and Bob Maher for their two years of service as members of the Luncheon Program Committee. Thank you Pam Smith (2015) and Jane Miller (2016) for making luncheon venue arrangements in their hometowns for our annual SEOEA-R Luncheon. Thanks to Mike Waggoner & Art Fordum for lobbying with me in Columbus from time to time. It is my hope that more and more of you will actively support SEOEA-R. While Jane Miller will be Representing us in future, I plan to continue to do my part. Yours, Christine McVciar
INTRODUCING OUR LUNCHEON PROGRAM
Guy Kendall-Freas from NEA Member Benefits has been addressing OEA/OEA-R groups for years. He has a variety of presentations and is always entertaining. This year he will present “What I Want My Loved Ones to Know: A Practical Look at Life and Family Preparedness”. This discussion includes the importance of having a will, a durable power of attorney for health care, the kinds of medical treatment you may or may not want, life, disability and long-term care insurance and making sure your loved ones know where to find your important papers …and much more.
Todd Jaeck has been on the OEA staff for many years before he became our OEA-R’s OEA Liaison. With “A Role for Retired Members in OEA”, Todd will present an overview of OEA’s New Educators Initiative and explain how Retired Members can support our OEA’s effort to reduce the number of new teachers who leave the profession within 5 years. (Career teachers & Education Support Personnel SERS and STRS contributions are significantly higher which affects our retirement systems.)
Since STRS will not be doing their regional meetings this Fall, we are especially pleased to welcome Hope Short from STRS. She will share STRS UPDATES with time for questions.
We will be ending our meeting on a “light note”. Charlie Wilcoxen, Retired Member and Local Musician, will tell us about his violin collection and play some music for us.
To keep in touch with SEOEA-R, visit our website at http://seoea-r.ohea.us
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Beginning September 1st, our new SEOEA-R Representative will be Jane Miller. Her contact information is:
- janemiller@ohionetwork.com
- Cell: 740-339-3554 (Text if you’d like.)
- Home phone: 740-446-1614
- Address: 154 Lariat Dr., Gallipolis, OH 45631
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Six Lunch Options to Choose From
The Registration fee of $10 will cover the cost of your lunch including tip & drink. When you register you will be able to order your lunch from the following options.
- ALL AMERICAN BURGER –How do you like it? Med, Med Well or Well ? Options: cheese, Mayo, Pickles, lettuce, onion, mustard , ketchup
- CLUB SANDWICH—A combination of turkey, bacon, tomatoes, lettuce and mayo piled three high and served with chips.
- BUFFALO CHICKEN STRIP SALAD—Deep fried chicken tenders dipped in hot sauce, cut into strips and served atop crisp mixed greens with mushrooms and tomatoes. Please choose dressing from choice below.
- DOC HOLIDAY BURGER—How do you like it? Med, Med Well or Well? Ground beef topped with bacon, cheddar cheese and our own BBQ sauce.
- BLT PASTA—Angel hair pasta with sliced grilled chicken tenders, chopped bacon, tomatoes, dill, chives and ranch dressing with a splash of white wine. Parmesan cheese served on the side. Accompanied by garlic toast & a salad. Please choose a dressing from list below.
- CHICKEN STRIPS—Breaded strips of tender chicken breast, deep fried and served with French fries. Choice of BBQ sauce or Ranch dressing.
- Dressing options: French, BLEU Cheese, Italian, Honey Mustard, Raspberry Vinaigrette
- Pepsi Products or Tea included
See page 7 for SEOEA-R Luncheon Registration Form.
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Things to Do in Marietta
Campus Martius, a civilian fortification, was built in 1788 by the Ohio Company of Associates. When the fort was disassembled, General Rufus Putnam left his blockhouse on the original fort site. In 1931 Campus Martius Museum was erected over the Rufus Putnam House. The Ohio Company Land Office, the oldest known building in Ohio, was also moved to the museum site. Today, the museum preserves the history of America’s migration west, its earliest native inhabitants, and Marietta’s pioneers. See www.campusmartiusmuseum.org & 740-373-3750.
Ohio River Museum Discover the golden age of the steamboat and learn more about the ecology of the Ohio River system. The Ohio River Museum consists of three exhibit buildings, the first chronicling the origins and natural history of the Ohio River. The history of the steamboat on the Ohio River system is featured in the second building, along with a video presentation on river steamboats. The last building features displays about boat building, mussels in the Ohio River system, and tools and equipment from the steamboat era. + Outside the museum, on the Muskingum River, visitors can take an escorted tour of the W. P. SNYDER JR.– the last intact steam-powered “pool-type” stern-wheeled towboat in the United States. See www.campusmartiusmuseum.org & 740-373-3750.
The Castle With its octagonal tower, trefoil attic window, and stone capped spires, The Castle is one of the best-executed examples of Gothic Revival style architecture in Ohio. Interior architectural details include a scagliola fireplace surround and floor to ceiling shutters on the parlor’s bay window. The house, once the home of Ohio Senator Theodore Davis, is furnished with items of historical significance to the area, as well as those typical of the Victorian Era. Educational programs, special events, and changing exhibits are featured throughout the year. The Carriage House Visitors Center includes introductory exhibit and videotape on the history of the site and its families that resided in The Castle. The Historic House Museum is on the National Historic Register. www.mariettacastle.org & 740-373-418
Check to see if the following museums will have a program available during your visit the day before and/or the day after our Luncheon.
- Marietta College’s Anderson Hancock Planetarium features free monthly public shows at varying times and dates. See www.marietta.edu/planetarium & 740-376-4827.
- Cruise the Ohio River on the Valley Gem, a working sternwheeler docked next door to the Ohio River Museum. See www.valleygemsternwheel.com & 740-373-7862.
- Children’s Toy & Doll Museum at 206 Gilman Ave. Call 740-373-590 to check current availability and make arrangements.
Make arrangements to visit: Peoples Mortuary Museum. “Our family of employees enjoys sharing with others what they do. Exploring some of the history of our profession can shed a different light on what we do. We’ll be pleased to give you a tour of our museum—an eclectic collection and exhibit of early funeral customs featuring antique motorized and horse-drawn hearses, vintage clothing, funeral home equipment… all tastefully displayed in a fully accessible site—which is located behind our Marietta Chapel”, at 408 Front Street. Call ahead @740-373-1111 to make arrangements. Continued on page 6 ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
We need candidates! DO NOT MISS the list of open elected positions posted on page 9.
Read about how to run along with information on our OEA-R Election procedures.
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Things to Do in Marietta–continued
Marietta offers several venues that present performances which are often during the week. Check their websites to see if anything is being offered during your visit.
Peoples Bank Theatre A history of great entertainment! Beautifully renovated and painstakingly restored to its early 20th-century splendor, Peoples Bank Theatre features a full calendar of national headline entertainers, movies, and theatrical productions. See www.peoplestheater.com & 740-371-5152.
The Adelphia Music Hall The Adelphia Music Hall is the premier entertainment venue in the Mid-Ohio Valley. The river city of Marietta has quickly become a hotbed for talent in the musical world. The Adelphia has tapped into that culture by promoting local artists and hosting national entertainers every week. Dedicated to bringing a diverse assortment of entertainers since 2010, The Adelphia has become the ultimate gathering place for music lovers of any age. We don’t limit our stage to one genre of music. We are equal opportunity entertainers. Whether you favor rock, country, hip-hop, classic rock, pop, tribute bands, rap, or even hick-hop, we’ve had it on our stag. See www.thegalleymarietta.com & 740-374-8378. (It is connected w/The Hackett Hotel and The Galley restaurant.)
The Evergreen Arts Cultural, artistic and intellectual programs for southeast Ohio since 1999. The series sponsors events that are open to the public at no charge. See www.wscc.edu’/evergreen
Hermann Fine Arts Gallery Hermann Fine Arts Gallery is located on Butler St, as a part of Marietta College’s Campus. There are several different exhibitions and art that is available for purchase at the different student art shows. Senior also uses this space to display their capstone projects as their final art exhibition. Many times the gallery is used to display many different artists and themes. Come join us and celebrate the arts! Call 740-376-4596 for current information.
The Riverside Artists Gallery @ 219 Second Street & open Tuesday – Saturday from 10 to 5 p.m.
+ Marietta has several fine restaurants
- The Marietta Brewing Company is located in the heart of historic downtown Marietta, MBC is known for serving great food, and great craft beer! See mbcpub.com & 740-373-2739.
- Harmar Tavern is Marietta’s oldest tavern and known for its “Sure to Famous Fried Bologna Sandwich”. I mention it because it is owned and run by Kevin , a former LRC for OEA.
- See http://mariettaohio.org/dine/restaurants/ for information about locally owned Bar-B-Cutie, The Busy Bee, The Riverview Lounge in the historic Lafayette Hotel, Third Street Deli, Whit’s Ice Cream, Spagna’s Italian Restaurant, Tampico Mexican, Undo’s, Austyn’s, Over the Moon Pub & Pizza, Smitty’s Pizza, the Original Pizza Place, and serving Mediterranean Food—The Buckley House.
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REGISTRATION FORM:
SEOEA-R’s THIRD ANNUAL LUNCHEON, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, November 9 2017 @ The Best Western, 701 Pike Street, Marietta OH 45750
Name__________________________________________
Guest__________________________________________
Email address_____________________________________
Phone numbers: ___________________(cell) ______________________(home)
Mark your meal options:
_____ 1. All American Burger – Circle preferences: medium medium well well
Circle what you want: cheese mayo pickle lettuce onion mustard ketchup
_____ 2. Club Sandwich
_____ 3. Buffalo Chicken Strip Salad— Circle dressing choice:
French, Bleu Cheese, Ranch, Italian, Honey Mustard, or Raspberry Vinaigrette
_____4. Doc Holiday Burger—Circle preferences: medium medium well well
_____ 5. BLT PASTA—Circle dressing choice:
French, Bleu Cheese, Ranch, Italian, Honey Mustard, or Raspberry Vinaigrette
_____ 6. CHICKEN STRIPS—Choose one: BBQ sauce -or- Ranch Dressing
- Send this form to Christine McVicar, 260 Morris Dr., Cutler OH 45724 by Friday, November 3rd so food can be ordered on Monday, November 6th. For additional information, call Christine at 740-551-2133 or text (call) 740-516-2800. Her email is vicarmac@yahoo.com
- To reserve a room for Wednesday, November 8th and/or Thursday, November 9th, call the Best Western at 740-374-9660 and request a room with the SEOEA-R discount ($60 + taxes). If there is any confusion—ask for Cincy Martin, Sales & Catering Coordinator.
(BTW: ___I plan to book a room.)
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FYI: as a retired member you do have a membership number which is the same number you had as an active teacher. Have you misplaced your membership card? That’s OK because you can locate your number on the mailing label of your OHIO SCHOOLS Magazine. (Let Jane Miller know if you are not receiving it.)
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Registering for OEA-R’S STATEWIDE FALL CONFERENCE
Complete and return registration form with your $15 registration fee by September 2nd to be eligible for door prizes. Lunch is included in the fee and parking at the STRS Building is free. You will be notified by email once your payment is received. (Please accept email response from OEA if possible, however, if you absolutely don’t do email, request notification by snail mail or by phone. Don’t forget to provide your phone number.)
Schedule:
Registration 9:30 a.m.
Program 10:00 a.m.
Lunch 12:00 p.m
Program 12:45 – 2:45 p.m.
Conclusion 3 p.m.
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Statewide Fall Conference
Registration Form
September 14, 2017
NAME _____________________________________________________
ADDRESS __________________________________________________
CITY/STATE/ZIP _____________________________________________
EMAIL ADDRESS_____________________________________________
Mail form & and payment of $15.00 to: Ohio Education Association Statewide Fall Conference
P.O. Box 2550
Columbus, Ohio 43216-2550
ATTN: Todd Jaeck
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OEA-R Elections
Both of our elections will continue to be online, however, there will once again be a procedure for voting on a paper ballot by mail. Our members will be receiving election information by both mail and email. Please take the time to vote, especially for our fellow SEOEA-R members who choose to run. Information on elected position openings and elections are posted on the OEA-R website: http://oea-r.ohea.us
Fall Elections: OEA-R members will be electing our Retired Delegates @Large to represent us at the OEA Representative Assemblies which will be held on December 2, 2017 and May 11 – 12, 2018. The candidates for these 20 some positions will be on our Fall Ballot. To run for these statewide Retired Delegate @Large positions you must fill in a Declaration of Candidacy Form and return it to OEA by the September 20, 2017 deadline.
Spring Elections: OEA-R members will be electing a Chair, a Vice Chair, and Secretary for the Advisory Council. The terms for this position will begin on September 1, 2018 and end on July 14, 2021. These positions serve as automatic delegates to the OEA Representative Assemblies by virtue of office, plus as an officer of OEA-R one must attend Cabinet/Advisory Council meetings in Columbus 4 times each year. The Spring election will also include candidates running for the NEA Representative Assembly Retired Delegate positions. The NEA Representative Assembly will be held June 30 – July 5, 2018 in Minneapolis, MN. To run for any of these positions, you must fill in a Declaration of Candidacy Form and return it to OEA by the February 15, 2018.
To obtain the appropriate Declaration of Candidacy Forms, contact Carol Price at OEA’s toll-free number 1-800-282-1500 or use the local 1-614-227-3169 number. The form includes deadline information and directions on how to return it OEA Secretary-Treasurer’s office by the deadline. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Keep your contact information current by contacting the Membership Department of OEA when you move or change your email address. Call OEA @ 1-800-282-1500 and request Membership –or—email: memweb@ohea.org
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