• Partnering with Teacher Unions to Improve Working Conditions in Schools

    ASHA & NEA Virtual Town Hall: Partnering with Teacher Unions to Improve Working Conditions for Schools: January 24, 2024

    During this event, panelists provided guidance on how best to operate within the organizational frameworks of teacher unions.  They discussed the difference between an association and a union, highlighted the benefits of joining teacher unions, and supports for those in “right to work” states.

    These panelists shared their expertise, success stories, and involvement with teacher unions to affect change within their school districts:

    • Mary P. Dooher, MA, CCC-SLP, Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District (Alaska)
    • Tom Israel, Senior Director Center for Organizing, National Education Association
    • Marian Lowther, MS, CCC-SLP, University of South Florida (Florida)
    • Julie Malone, S., CCC-SLP, La Mesa-Spring Valley School District (California)
    • Tom Parton, MS, CCCSLP, Private Practice (Illinois)