General Session ~ August 2024

* Packets including an agenda, past meeting minutes, and other handouts were given to members prior to the start of the meeting. Members were also given one raffle ticket for 4 drawings for $25 Amazon gift cards. The winners were:
Kim Monahan – North
Lindsay Bland – North
Mike Wilt – BLHS
Rebecca Donley – West

*After completing the Science of Reading course, send a copy of your certificate and time sheet to the central office.

* Code of Conduct

    1. Social Media
      1. Keep all social media private
      2. Watch what you post
        1. No pictures with alcohol
        2. No risque outfits
      3. Do not friend parents or students
        1. Coaches, etc. if you have group texts for practice, etc., have another adult in the groups or use Remind, Group Me, or other apps.
      4. Refer to handout: Social Media Guidelines for Educators

* You need to know Weingarten Rights – see your building rep if you need a card.

*BLCTA wins~
We achieved many great things with our contract!!
The OEA Affiliate Grant helped us to participate in the Back to School Bash, the New Hire Breakfast/ONE/Membership Drive, the Fall Tailgate, the BLCTA Banner Sponsorship, the School Info App, and various other donations for fundraisers.

*The BLCTA Apparel sale begins September 1 and runs through September 29.  The information and QR code will be released on September 1, 2024.

*The Tailgate Party will be held at the Warren Township Park on Friday, October 11, 2024 from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m.  Food will be available at 4:00. ALL Buckeye Local employees, Board members, and their families  are invited.  Make your reservations by Wednesday, October 2.  Tickets are $10 per person.

*Executive Committee meetings are held the second Tuesday of the month at 4:30 p.m.

*Labor Relations meetings are held the second Thursday of the month at the Central Office.

*School Board meetings are held the third Monday of each month.  The next meeting is September 16, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.