2021 CTA Human Rights Awards
This year, CTA is proud to celebrate the 37th year of the CTA Human Rights Awards Program. Once again, nominations are being accepted in the following areas:
INDIVIDUAL AWARD CATEGORIES
African American Human Rights Award in Honor of Lois Tinson
American Indian/Alaska Native Human Rights Award in Honor of Jim Clark
Cesar Chavez "Si Se Puede" Human Rights Award
Pacific Asian American Human Rights Award
Human Rights Award for LGBTQ+ Advocacy in Honor of Nancy Bailey
Human Rights Award for Women's Advocacy
CTA Peace and Justice Human Rights Award
CTA Member Human Rights Award
Students with Exceptional Needs Human Rights Award
ORGANIZATION AWARD CATEGORIES
CTA Chapter Human Rights Award
CTA Service Center Council Human Rights Award
All award nominations must be submitted online at
http://www.cta.org/HRNominationform on or before January 7, 2022.
If you have any questions regarding this program, please email Quinnetta Gill, Human Rights Support Staff at humanrightsawards@cta.org
See attachment for additional information.
INDIVIDUAL AWARD CATEGORIES
African American Human Rights Award in Honor of Lois Tinson
American Indian/Alaska Native Human Rights Award in Honor of Jim Clark
Cesar Chavez "Si Se Puede" Human Rights Award
Pacific Asian American Human Rights Award
Human Rights Award for LGBTQ+ Advocacy in Honor of Nancy Bailey
Human Rights Award for Women's Advocacy
CTA Peace and Justice Human Rights Award
CTA Member Human Rights Award
Students with Exceptional Needs Human Rights Award
ORGANIZATION AWARD CATEGORIES
CTA Chapter Human Rights Award
CTA Service Center Council Human Rights Award
All award nominations must be submitted online at
http://www.cta.org/HRNominationform on or before January 7, 2022.
If you have any questions regarding this program, please email Quinnetta Gill, Human Rights Support Staff at humanrightsawards@cta.org
See attachment for additional information.
| 2021 CTA Human Rights Awards |
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
Please see the information below, dental resources for the month of September 2021. Please feel free to share this information with your employees and/or membership.
In everybody’s career, there comes a time to say goodbye to the job. Delta Dental’s Smile On program helps make the transition easy, and is also a great option for employees who aren’t eligible for dental coverage.
Share information about Smile On with your employees by copying and pasting this email into a new email. Then delete this introductory paragraph and send with the subject line: Smile On with an individual plan from Delta Dental.
See individual plans
Smile On with Delta Dental
Don’t go uncovered when retiring or changing jobs
Retirement or a career transition doesn’t have to mean the end of your dental coverage1. With the Smile On program from Delta Dental, you can keep your smile bright and healthy no matter where you are in your career. You could also save money on routine dental care like exams, cleanings and x-rays and any unexpected emergencies life might throw at you.
See the plans
An individual dental plan is also a great way to save at a dentist you already know and trust. If your dentist is part of the Delta Dental network, you could get added savings on care. And if you don’t currently have a dentist, Delta Dental’s nationwide network makes it easy to find one you’ll love.
Don’t wait for an emergency to come up or for your coverage to expire. Smile On today!
1 Plans purchased through the Smile On program are considered new coverage and not a continuation of any plan you may currently have. Waiting periods may apply. Any applicable deductibles and maximums will reset. Limitations and Exclusions apply. See plan documents for details.
©Delta Dental. Delta Dental of California, Mid-Atlantic states (Delta Dental of Delaware, Inc.; Delta Dental of the District of Columbia; Delta Dental of New York, Inc.; Delta Dental of Pennsylvania [and Maryland], Delta Dental of West Virginia, Inc.) and Delta Dental Insurance Company, together with our affiliate companies, represent one of the country’s largest dental benefits delivery systems, administering benefits to 36.8 million people in 15 states plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. All our companies are members, or affiliates of members, of Delta Dental Plans Association, the national network of 39 Delta Dental companies that together provide dental coverage to 80 million people in the U.S.
Delta Dental Insurance Company, 1130 Sanctuary Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009
Dave Koop | Account Manager – Account Services Department | dkoop@delta.org
559-545-5117 | CA Lic #OK15317
Delta Dental of California | 1333 Broadway, Suite 800 | Oakland, CA, 94612
We keep you smiling® | deltadentalins.com
Start the school year with a smile
Did you know that 30% of kids miss school because of oral health problems? This fall, make sure your child shines inside and outside the classroom.
Articles
3 back-to-school tips
Don’t forget to add these oral health tips to your back-to-school checklist.
Start the school year right
5 ways to pack a healthier lunch
Here’s how to make a cavity-free lunch your kids will actually eat.
Tasty lunch ideas
Teens and their teeth
What teenagers can do to protect their teeth.
Proper care beyond brushing
Recipe
Banana nut muffins
These energy-boosting muffins are an easy and delicious way to start the day.
Get the recipe
Flyer
Kids at risk
About 2.7 million kids are considered high risk for cavities. Here’s what you can do.
Download the flyer PDF 96KB
Video
Dentistry decoded: cleanings
What happens during a dental cleaning?
Watch the video 1:32
Articles | Recipes | Grin! 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 | 1333 Broadway, Suite 800 | Oakland, CA, 94612
We keep you smiling® | deltadentalins.com
In everybody’s career, there comes a time to say goodbye to the job. Delta Dental’s Smile On program helps make the transition easy, and is also a great option for employees who aren’t eligible for dental coverage.
Share information about Smile On with your employees by copying and pasting this email into a new email. Then delete this introductory paragraph and send with the subject line: Smile On with an individual plan from Delta Dental.
See individual plans
Smile On with Delta Dental
Don’t go uncovered when retiring or changing jobs
Retirement or a career transition doesn’t have to mean the end of your dental coverage1. With the Smile On program from Delta Dental, you can keep your smile bright and healthy no matter where you are in your career. You could also save money on routine dental care like exams, cleanings and x-rays and any unexpected emergencies life might throw at you.
See the plans
An individual dental plan is also a great way to save at a dentist you already know and trust. If your dentist is part of the Delta Dental network, you could get added savings on care. And if you don’t currently have a dentist, Delta Dental’s nationwide network makes it easy to find one you’ll love.
Don’t wait for an emergency to come up or for your coverage to expire. Smile On today!
1 Plans purchased through the Smile On program are considered new coverage and not a continuation of any plan you may currently have. Waiting periods may apply. Any applicable deductibles and maximums will reset. Limitations and Exclusions apply. See plan documents for details.
©Delta Dental. Delta Dental of California, Mid-Atlantic states (Delta Dental of Delaware, Inc.; Delta Dental of the District of Columbia; Delta Dental of New York, Inc.; Delta Dental of Pennsylvania [and Maryland], Delta Dental of West Virginia, Inc.) and Delta Dental Insurance Company, together with our affiliate companies, represent one of the country’s largest dental benefits delivery systems, administering benefits to 36.8 million people in 15 states plus the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. All our companies are members, or affiliates of members, of Delta Dental Plans Association, the national network of 39 Delta Dental companies that together provide dental coverage to 80 million people in the U.S.
Delta Dental Insurance Company, 1130 Sanctuary Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009
Dave Koop | Account Manager – Account Services Department | dkoop@delta.org
559-545-5117 | CA Lic #OK15317
Delta Dental of California | 1333 Broadway, Suite 800 | Oakland, CA, 94612
We keep you smiling® | deltadentalins.com
Start the school year with a smile
Did you know that 30% of kids miss school because of oral health problems? This fall, make sure your child shines inside and outside the classroom.
Articles
3 back-to-school tips
Don’t forget to add these oral health tips to your back-to-school checklist.
Start the school year right
5 ways to pack a healthier lunch
Here’s how to make a cavity-free lunch your kids will actually eat.
Tasty lunch ideas
Teens and their teeth
What teenagers can do to protect their teeth.
Proper care beyond brushing
Recipe
Banana nut muffins
These energy-boosting muffins are an easy and delicious way to start the day.
Get the recipe
Flyer
Kids at risk
About 2.7 million kids are considered high risk for cavities. Here’s what you can do.
Download the flyer PDF 96KB
Video
Dentistry decoded: cleanings
What happens during a dental cleaning?
Watch the video 1:32
Articles | Recipes | Grin! 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 | 1333 Broadway, Suite 800 | Oakland, CA, 94612
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 |
Ethnic Minority Early Identification and Development Program (EMEID Program)
The development of new leadership is one of the cornerstones of a strong local and strong statewide organization. Many CTA chapters and Service Center Councils offer programs locally to identify and develop new leadership. CTA leadership has recognized the need to support these local efforts to surface and encourage potential ethnic minority leaders. CTA's combined efforts will strengthen our association and at the same time create an organization that is more representative of CTA's membership.
See attachment for additional information.
See attachment for additional information.
| EMEID Program |
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.
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| 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
Member Recognition Program
How to create a member Recognition Program.
Do you have a colleague who has been making a positive difference for the students and staff at your site and you would like them to be recognized?
See attachment for additional information.
Do you have a colleague who has been making a positive difference for the students and staff at your site and you would like them to be recognized?
See attachment for additional information.
| Member Recognition Program |