GEA Members: I have been directed to share the results of the GEA Candidate Forum. Of those present, the top candidates were Rod Scherpe and Vickie Banks. Both received ratings higher than 85% from the members attending the forum.

The GEA is choosing not to officially endorse candidates for this election because, in part, viable candidates were not able to attend.

Some members have expressed concern about splitting the votes by voting for other candidates.  This could lead to a candidate less favorable being elected.  Additionally, some have expressed concern for voting for candidates and giving them a false sense of an approved mandate when they are actually uncontested.

Make a difference.  With an expected moderate turnout EVERY vote will be needed.  Vote!!

Hi

As you may know, the Galesburg Education Association along with the Illinois Education Association has voted to give our support to Bill Butts for the upcoming election on Nov. 8th. Pam Davidson, the Knox County Democratic Chair has contacted us to ask for our help. They need volunteers for Sat. and Sun. from 9:30 to approximately 3:00. If you could help for even two hours it would be greatly appreciated. Lunch will be provided at around 12:00. They are expecting Cheri Bustos, Bill Butts and possibly other representative to be there. It is my understanding that the GEA family and friends are needed to help canvass the Knoxville area. Volunteers will have a quick training around 9:30. It will be a set of simple instructions. Volunteers will be allowed to work in groups or alone. The address for us to meet is 323 E Main St. in Galesburg. This is the Knox County Democrats Headquarters. I know this is a short notice but it is our opportunity to help elect someone that is a strong supporter for the GEA. Bill Butts stood behind us during the strike.  Mr. Butts is a strong supporter of unions. If you can please help, all you have to do is show up at the headquarters around 9:30. You can call me if you have questions. I plan on being there by 9:30 tomorrow morning. I hope to have several of you there with me to show that the G.E.A. stands behind those that stand up for us.

Dave Sharp

309-371-6029

Galesburg Education Association

President

Galesburg’s Labor Day Parade!

Bring your families and walk with us as we represent our profession with pride.

We will gather on Chambers St. between 9:30 and 9:45 on Monday, September 8 (exact line-up location will be sent out soon).

Here it is folks… as promised.

Sign up using the Google Doc HERE.

It’s time. At the beginning of the year we discussed what needed to be done “this spring”.

It’s your chance to make a difference.  Help spread the word and VOTE!

April 7th Election for Galesburg
-Members of the Board of Education

IF YOU NEED CARDS TO HAND OUT CONTACT ROXANNE OR RUSS.
WE HAVE PLENTY.

GET OUT AND VOTE!

Nominations for the IEA-RA in Chicago, IL on April 16 0 18, 2015 are now open until Nov. 12.

Contact Amanda Aberle for forms.

The election will be held Dec. 3.

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We are space number 11 if you’re looking for the group tomorrow morning. 9:45 near the corner of Main and Chambers. Please bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to the food pantry at First Lutheran (someone will collect it from you and deliver it there).

We know everyone is tired and trying to get things ready for Tuesday.

The community supported us and this is a public way we can say ‘thank you’.  Please strongly consider walking in the parade with us.

Meet at 9:45 downtown and wear your BLUE GEA shirt.