BEA eNews October 2026

Thank you for your membership! We know you have choices in your professional association, and we are glad you've chosen to serve with us!

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ELECTION TIME

Early voting runs from October 28 - October 31, and Election day is November 2. Click HERE to check your registration and your polling place. Click HERE for the League of Women Voter's Voting Guide. Education is always on the ballot -- exercise your right!

(The Davis Family will be voting on October 31 at 9am at City Hall. You're welcome to join us!)

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Civication At Home

Civication is Civic-action and a little treat all rolled into one! Through a grant, OEA hosts Civication At Home around the state as an opportunity for members and their legislators to get together and talk public education. Bartlesville will be hosting a Civication At Home on Monday, November 16 at 5pm at Tumbleweeds. Come have dinner (on OEA!) and let's get talk public education!

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NEON

NEON is the New Educators of Oklahoma Network. If you are an educator with less than seven years of experience, you are a NEON! Our NEON reps are Briley Davis (RH) and Caroline Rojas (JP). If you missed the pumpkin painting party, no worries! They'll have more activities for you throughout the year. If you'd like more information on how to get in touch, please reach out to Caroline or Briley.

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MEMBER BENEFIT HIGHLIGHT

With the holidays approaching, that seems to bring a lot of travel opportunities! Check with NEA Member benefits for hotel, flight, rental, and holiday needs. You are given a travel bucks to make it even easier and worth more of your time!

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Do you need to certify?

OEA has vouchers for their members who need to take certification tests. We know those can get pricey, and we'd like to help you out! They come with a free study session (open to members and non-members alike). So, grab your bestie, put on your thinking caps, and go get that certification! For more information, contact Kim Littrell (KLittrell@okea.org).

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS

November 19, 5:30 - Dink's Pit BBQ

Civication - come chat with OEA's Legislative team and our own local elected officials (Senator Daniels, Representative Kane, and Representative Strom); Dinner is on us!

January 13, 4:30 - 5:30 -

CHIPS AND CHAT about ways you can get the most out of your membership!

March 24, 4:30 - 5:30 - Central Cafeteria

CHIPS AND CHAT with Gary Layman because it's NEVER too early to think about retirement!

May 13, 4:30 -5:30 - Sabore's Patio (Dewey)

CHIPS AND CHAT AND CELEBRATE! Chips and Queso are on BEA!

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We are at your service!

Please feel welcome to contact your officers or building reps should you need professional advice or assistance. We are always ready and willing to help!

Presidents: Anna Thom (JP)

Vice President: Heather Davis (CMS)

Secretary: Jayleen Mayes (BHS)

Treasurer: Megan Freeman (Kane)

Members Rights: Megan Freeman (Kane)

Chief Negotiator: Brian Davis (CMS)

Legislative Contact: Jessica Dyer (Wayside)

OEA Delegate: Brian Davis (CMS)

NEON Rep: Briley Davis (RH) | Caroline Rojas (JP)

BHS Building Reps: Andrea Repogle | Tasha Workman

CMS Building Rep: Hadley Davis

MMS Building Rep: Karen Swinford