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Association Representatives

Association Rep. Main Roles:

Provide communication to members from the Association by attending AR meetings at the association once a month (in person and virtual). If it conflicts with something at your school, we can assist in getting you excused to attend as it is just once a month and all dates are set.
Have 10 minute meetings once a month to share information
Have a bulletin board at the school to share information about the association
Assist in recruiting new members in your building
Automatically be placed on the school leadership team per the MOU to assist in assuring the MOU is being followed.

This leadership role is vital to our members as the representative is trained and equipped to be:

The Advocate for Educators

Reps ensure that educators’ voices are heard at the building level.
They advocate for fair treatment, proper working conditions, and adherence to the negotiated agreement or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
When concerns arise (e.g., class size, duty assignments, prep time), the rep is often the first line of support.

Knowledgeable of Rights

Union reps monitor MOU compliance and address violations swiftly in collaboration with the association and the administration.
They help staff navigate issues like evaluations, leave, or discipline with confidence and clarity. Referring them to the appropriate support

A Trusted Support

Teachers and staff often confide in their rep with concerns or uncertainties.
A good rep provides confidential guidance, helps them understand their rights, and supports them through challenges.

The Liaison Between Members and Leadership

Reps serve as a communication channel between the union leadership and building staff.
They share important updates, gather member feedback, and amplify building-specific needs to district-level union leaders.

A Builder of Unity and Morale

A rep fosters solidarity, collaboration, and morale in the building.
They organize meetings, support new hires, encourage union membership, and help create a culture of collective strength.

A Problem-Solver and Leader

Effective reps often help resolve problems before they escalate.
Their presence can lead to smoother relationships between administration and staff, benefiting the entire school community.

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Barger Academy

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Bess T. Shepherd

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Calvin Donaldson Elementary

Career Construction

CCA ‐ Center For Creative Arts

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Central Office

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CSAS Lower

CSAS Upper

CSLA ‐ Chatt School For The Liberal Arts

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Dalewood Middle

Dawn School

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East Brainerd Elementary

East Hamilton High

East Hamilton Middle

East Lake Academy

East Lake Elementary

East Ridge Elementary

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East Side Elementary

Future Ready Centers

Hamilon County Virtual School

Hamilton Collegiate

Hardy Elementary

Harrison Bay Center (Hamilton High)

Harrison Elementary

Hixson Elementary

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Howard School

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Loftis Middle

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Lookout Valley Elementary

Lookout Valley High / Middle

Mcconnell Elementary

Middle Valley Elementary

Nolan Elementary

Normal Park Lower

Normal Park Upper

North Hamilton County Elementary

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Opportunity High

Orchard Knob Elementary

Orchard Knob Middle

Polytech Academy At Chatt. State

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Red Bank High

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Rivermont Elementary

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Sequoyah High

Signal Mountain Middle / High

Snow Hill Elementary

Soddy Elementary

Soddy‐Daisy High

Soddy‐Daisy Middle

Spring Creek Elementary

Stem School Chattanooga

Thrasher Elementary

Tyner Middle High

University High At Utc

Wallace A. Smith Elementary

Washington Alternative

Westview Elementary

Wolftever Creek Elementary

Woodmore Elementary

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Karen Cordell

Amy Smith

Jennifer Purcell

Michael Mitchell

Monica Jackson

Christina Oliver

Membership needs to elect a representative

Stephanie Browning

Mary Balde

DJ Omarkhail

Membership needs to elect a representative

Courtney Parham

Dana Stewart-Turney

Membership needs to elect a representative

Anne Cain

Jeremy Barrett

Melissa Striker

Lindsey Steelman

Wendy Witt

Sam Martin

Jennifer Jordan

Shawn Miller, Jessica Pontis, Kayli Fuller

Melissa Maples

Andrea Devalle

Jazz Simmons

Keeley Stewart

Membership needs to elect a representative

Steve Archer

Giselle Palmer

Membership needs to elect a representative

Mary Jaramillo

Membership needs to elect a representative

Thom Carver, Jennie Morgan, Melody Messer

Membership needs to elect a representative

Dana Smith

Brandie Bales

Kendra Harris

Tim Browder

Membership needs to elect a representative

Helen Cook

Membership needs to elect a representative

Shela Braseale

Jim Murphy

Michelle Gooden

Julie Weisgerber

Membership needs to elect a representative

Jamie Petty

Jennifer Wright

Lauren Parmenter

Faye Wilcox

Brennan Kuster

Membership needs to elect a representative

Carmella Robinson

Pam Thompson

Whitman Mounger

Membership needs to elect a representative

Kimberly Elbakidze

Quaila Hatcher

Veronica McCuiston

Robin Suzukawa

Kathy McCormack Teoli

Kelly Mireault

Jeremiah Williams

Membership needs to elect a representative

Kelly Christensen

Anna Wineland

Kathy Guagenti

Sherrie Wheat, Oliver Parks, Charles Fair

Membership needs to elect a representative

Christie Maupin

Shane McNeese

Heidi Marshall

Michelle Blackwell

Ilona Carlson

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