CTA Statement on Passage of COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave
See CTA's statement re: legislature Passes Bill providing COVID Sick leave relief.
www.cta.org/press-release/cta-statement-on-passage-of-covid-19-supplemental-paid-sick-leave
www.cta.org/press-release/cta-statement-on-passage-of-covid-19-supplemental-paid-sick-leave
Teachers can deduct out-of-pocket classroom expenses including COVID-19 protective items
As you return to the classrooms, many teachers have purchased classroom supplies, including COVID-19 protective items, out of your own pockets to keep our student safe.
The IRS has issued COVID Tax Tip 2021-169 on November 16, 2021, for eligible educators who may be able to offset qualified expenses they paid in 2021 when they file their tax return in 2022.
See attachment for additional information.
The IRS has issued COVID Tax Tip 2021-169 on November 16, 2021, for eligible educators who may be able to offset qualified expenses they paid in 2021 when they file their tax return in 2022.
See attachment for additional information.
| Out of Pocket Classroom expenses |
CTA - What you should know about Leaves & Reasonable Accommodations during the COVID-19 Pandemic
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, many CTA members have questions about their workplace rights regarding medical leave, family leave, reasonable accommodations for disabilities, underlying health conditions, and similar matters. This document summarizes various sources of leave-related legal rights that might be available to California school employees who have concerns abut their ability to work due to COVID-19.
| CTA COVID-19 Leaves Accommodation Information Sheet |
CTA Responding to COVID -19
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Information from Dave Koop , Dental Dental Representative
This June, help your employees protect their dental and overall health with handy wellness resources from Delta Dental. Check out our themed flyers and web articles, ready to print or distribute electronically. Copy and paste the message below to share by email or on your intranet.
Whole-body wellness and your teeth
How can acid reflux affect your teeth? What puts people with diabetes at greater risk for dental health problems? How can seasonal allergies impact your oral health?
Celebrate Employee Wellness Month this June by finding the answers to these questions and more.
Articles
5 work habits that can take a toll on your oral health
These common workplace habits can really wreck your teeth.
>> Skip these bad habits
Put your toothbrush to work
Most of us eat meals or snacks during working hours, but an alarmingly small percentage of workers brush after.
>> Why brush during the workday?
Recipe
Strawberry-banana ice cream
Need a healthy snack idea? This smooth and creamy alternative to ice cream is quick and tasty, without the added sugar that promotes tooth decay.
>> Get the recipe
Booklet
Healthy mouth, healthy you
Your dental health has a direct connection with your overall health. Learn more about the relationship between your mouth and the rest of your body.
>> Download the booklet PDF 4.7MB
Video
Avoid gum disease with good oral hygiene
Find out how to reduce the plaque that builds up on your teeth.
>> Watch the video 2:09
Read articles | Find recipes | Subscribe to the free e-magazine | Follow Delta Dental on Facebook
Dave Koop | Account Manager – Account Services Department | dkoop@delta.org
559-545-5117 | CA Lic #OK15317
Delta Dental of California
We keep you smiling® | deltadentalins.com
Whole-body wellness and your teeth
How can acid reflux affect your teeth? What puts people with diabetes at greater risk for dental health problems? How can seasonal allergies impact your oral health?
Celebrate Employee Wellness Month this June by finding the answers to these questions and more.
Articles
5 work habits that can take a toll on your oral health
These common workplace habits can really wreck your teeth.
>> Skip these bad habits
Put your toothbrush to work
Most of us eat meals or snacks during working hours, but an alarmingly small percentage of workers brush after.
>> Why brush during the workday?
Recipe
Strawberry-banana ice cream
Need a healthy snack idea? This smooth and creamy alternative to ice cream is quick and tasty, without the added sugar that promotes tooth decay.
>> Get the recipe
Booklet
Healthy mouth, healthy you
Your dental health has a direct connection with your overall health. Learn more about the relationship between your mouth and the rest of your body.
>> Download the booklet PDF 4.7MB
Video
Avoid gum disease with good oral hygiene
Find out how to reduce the plaque that builds up on your teeth.
>> Watch the video 2:09
Read articles | Find recipes | Subscribe to the free e-magazine | Follow Delta Dental on Facebook
Dave Koop | Account Manager – Account Services Department | dkoop@delta.org
559-545-5117 | CA Lic #OK15317
Delta Dental of California
We keep you smiling® | deltadentalins.com
Remote Learning Considerations
This information is being provided by the Merced/Mariposa CTA Staff, Paul Chambers and Kara Hoines
| MMTUC Remote Learning Considerations |
Resources from CTA
With all the different emails full of CTA resources to support members, a short video to lay out the different ways CTA is supporting members beyond the bargaining table.
https://calta-my.sharepoint.com/:v:/g/personal/kortloff_cta_org/ESA_MjJgWe5Gl40zzgQ5fxsB7dR1Kkv6VmY5t8F8SHEHuw?e=cWdfrV
Resources listed in the video:
1. Self-care information: see the attachment for self-care strategies and resources for educators who are working from home
2. Connecting members:
* For the latest statements and notifications affecting education, from state and federal mandates, to special sections for members, retirees, parents and more, click https://californiaeducator.org/2020/03/16/schools-coronavirus-what-you-should-know-2/
* Join the CTA Teaching, Learning and Life during COVID-19 Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ctacovid19
3. Professional development:
* CTA’s webinar on Best Practices for Virtual Teaching that is available at: www.tinyurl.com/VirtualBest-Practices-Home<http://www.tinyurl.com/VirtualBest-Practices-Home>
* The planning sheet for Special Education and Related Services During Distance/Independent Learning is attached. This helpful form is based on guidance from the federal government, in some cases addendums, distance learning plans, or individual learning plans, will need to be created to be added to the IEP. In many cases, there will not be a need to change the IEP. Special Ed teachers should work with their peers to ensure that general ed teachers are able to provide the accommodations in the IEP. In other cases, IEP teams may need to decide if services need to be made up after school resumes. These are all case-by-case situations. We also know that it will more than likely not be possible for students in full-time special education to receive the same amount of hours via online/distance learning or independent instruction.
See additional information attached.
https://calta-my.sharepoint.com/:v:/g/personal/kortloff_cta_org/ESA_MjJgWe5Gl40zzgQ5fxsB7dR1Kkv6VmY5t8F8SHEHuw?e=cWdfrV
Resources listed in the video:
1. Self-care information: see the attachment for self-care strategies and resources for educators who are working from home
2. Connecting members:
* For the latest statements and notifications affecting education, from state and federal mandates, to special sections for members, retirees, parents and more, click https://californiaeducator.org/2020/03/16/schools-coronavirus-what-you-should-know-2/
* Join the CTA Teaching, Learning and Life during COVID-19 Facebook group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/ctacovid19
3. Professional development:
* CTA’s webinar on Best Practices for Virtual Teaching that is available at: www.tinyurl.com/VirtualBest-Practices-Home<http://www.tinyurl.com/VirtualBest-Practices-Home>
* The planning sheet for Special Education and Related Services During Distance/Independent Learning is attached. This helpful form is based on guidance from the federal government, in some cases addendums, distance learning plans, or individual learning plans, will need to be created to be added to the IEP. In many cases, there will not be a need to change the IEP. Special Ed teachers should work with their peers to ensure that general ed teachers are able to provide the accommodations in the IEP. In other cases, IEP teams may need to decide if services need to be made up after school resumes. These are all case-by-case situations. We also know that it will more than likely not be possible for students in full-time special education to receive the same amount of hours via online/distance learning or independent instruction.
See additional information attached.
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the Standard message to CTA members
I wanted to share a website that members that might call in to obtain additional detail on the virus and disability.
Also wanted to assure the members that we are fully staffed, and tested our ability to work from our homes. If members would like to call us, they can contact us M-F 7am-6pm, 800-522-0406
We have modified The Standard’s external messaging to be more specific to CTA members and leaders. You may share the following link:
the.standard.com/cta/covid-19/
If chapter leaders wish to host a open enrollment to potentially get the members covered, we are providing for those without hosting in prior 2-3 years and we have the ability to enroll them online- or by text messaging. Same contract requirements apply.
Thank you. Have a great week. Be safe.
Suzanne Reilly
Also wanted to assure the members that we are fully staffed, and tested our ability to work from our homes. If members would like to call us, they can contact us M-F 7am-6pm, 800-522-0406
We have modified The Standard’s external messaging to be more specific to CTA members and leaders. You may share the following link:
the.standard.com/cta/covid-19/
If chapter leaders wish to host a open enrollment to potentially get the members covered, we are providing for those without hosting in prior 2-3 years and we have the ability to enroll them online- or by text messaging. Same contract requirements apply.
Thank you. Have a great week. Be safe.
Suzanne Reilly
CTA Guide to School Safety
School District Responsibilities
Prohibitions Against Violence & Disruption
Educator's Rights and Responsibilities
The CTA Traumatic Event Assistance and Management Cadre is responsible for assisting CTA Chapters and members when an event occurs in a school community of such magnitude as to have the potential to create severe trauma in a substantial number of members. Affected teachers should contact their local Association leaders and/or their CTA Chapter Services Consultant for assistance.
Prohibitions Against Violence & Disruption
Educator's Rights and Responsibilities
The CTA Traumatic Event Assistance and Management Cadre is responsible for assisting CTA Chapters and members when an event occurs in a school community of such magnitude as to have the potential to create severe trauma in a substantial number of members. Affected teachers should contact their local Association leaders and/or their CTA Chapter Services Consultant for assistance.
| Guide to School Safety |
Stroke Symptoms: Women vs. Men
Men and women share a common set of stroke symptoms. But women also can experience more subtle warning signs.
See attachment for additional information.
See attachment for additional information.
| Stroke Symptoms |
Heart Life Journal
10% of your Heart Life Journal purchase will be donated to Go Red For Women
http://bit.ly/thljournal
http://bit.ly/thljournal
Heart Attack Symptoms in Women
CTA Members Only
Handy access to deals, discounts and more.
For more information go to www.CTAMemberBenefits.org or contact CTA Member Benefits at 650-552-5200.
See attachment for additional information
For more information go to www.CTAMemberBenefits.org or contact CTA Member Benefits at 650-552-5200.
See attachment for additional information
| CTA Member Benefits contact list |
Central Valley Leadership Conference 2018
The Merced/Mariposa Teachers UniServ and Service Center Council held the 2018 Central Valley Leadership Conference on September 13 & 14, 2018. This conference was held in Los Banos and Merced. We know that our local teachers are always continuing their education. #Union Strong
