This kind of arbitrary and discriminatory treatment of one group of teachers seems incomprehensible, and the fact that this school system would deny any employee the right to coverage for the mammogram is truly contemptible since early detection has been proven to be the best weapon against breast cancer. The Master Agreement between the Columbus Education Association and the Board of Education provides a term-life insurance policy for every member of the bargaining unit. This must be done each year during the month of November. You may also find the complete policy starting on page 61 of the black and blue Membership Handbook. Support the Levy Time is short.
Recent polls show that the levy is gaining support in the community.
Teachers can help by writing a check to Citizens for Strong Schools. The money will be used to pay for campaign materials and media time needed to push the levy over the top. Although teachers have historically been asked to invest one mil of their annual salary to levy campaigns, any contribution will be accepted. You may use school mail to send your checks and this tear-off to the CEA office. We will forward all contributions to the campaign leaders.