NEOEA-Retired Organizing Committee

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The NEOEA-Retired Organizing Committee promotes the welfare of retired members of the North Eastern Ohio Education Association (NEOEA) by identifying the particular concerns of retired members, topics for training workshops and social opportunities.  Serving as a link between Northeastern Ohio retired members, those in other districts and active members we foster communication within OEA-Retired and NEA Retired. Please also see the OEA-R page on the OEA Website and the NEA-R page on the NEA website. Join our NEOEA Facebook group.

Our goal is to keep you informed and help you locate resources.  NEOEA/OEA-Retired members may use the  Membership  page to update contact information, subscribe to mailing lists to receive communications and action alerts. 

Persons who have retired from a school district within the NEOEA District are automatically members of NEOEA-Retired. But after the first year of retirement, one must join OEA Retired and NEA Retired to maintain the member benefits of those organizations. 

We welcome your input to enable us to better assist you. Submit your comments, questions or contact updates on our Contact Us page.

Election-2026

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This is an OEA member-to-member communication

An OEA Login may be required to view certain information in this post.

Vote for Public Education. Vote Your Profession.

Ohio’s Educators Have a Voice. Use It.

Every election has consequences for Ohio’s students, educators, and public schools. In 2026, Ohio Education Association members have an opportunity to support leaders who share our commitment to strong public schools, strong communities, and respect for the professionals who make learning possible.

OEA’s endorsed candidates are recommended because of their positions on issues that matter to educators, students, and families—not because of political party affiliation. Our endorsements reflect our core values and our vision for high-quality public education in every Ohio community.

This election, vote your profession – Click Below for More Information…

Election-Guide-2026.pdf

Election-2026 – Ohio Education Association

2026 OEA Recommended Candidates

Governor/Lieutenant Governor Dr. Amy Acton /David Pepper

U.S. Senate Sherrod Brown

Attorney General John Kulewicz 

Treasurer of State Jay Edwards 

Auditor of State Annette Blackwell (D)

Secretary of State Allison Russo (D)

Associate Justice Jennifer Brunner (D)

Associate Justice Marilyn Zayas

See the Voter Guide for Other Recommendations 

 

 

2026-27 NEOEA/OEA-R Delegates

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Congratulations to the following persons who will serve on the OEA-Retired Advisory Council and as NEOEA Delegates or Alternates to the OEA Representative Assembly this school year.  All NEOEA candidates were elected! 

OEA-Retired Advisory Council

CAPITAL Representative, Carol Dixon
CENTRAL Representative, Dwayne Marshall
ECOEA Representative, Ed Sims
EOEA Representative, Lee Gillison
NCOEA Representative, Becky Radel
NEOEA Representative, Jené Wilson
NWOEA Representative, Lisa Scott Marshall
SEOEA Representative, Jeff Slattery
SWOEA Representative, Damian Dagenbach
WOEA Representative, Joni Watson
At-Large Representative, Carol Kinsey
ESP At- Large: Nola Brooks
OEA Board of Directors Representative, Deloris Rome Hudson
Higher Education: Samuel Adu-Poku

Delegates

Jeff Corbin
Marti Franks
Becky Miller
Hank Haynes
Kathleen Purdy
Mary Kennedy
Peg Ham
Judy Novak
Chuck Steinbower
Gretchen Y. Washington
Nancy Wonson
Angela Stewart
Wil Vickery
Karen Carney
Doris L. Moore
Mandy Dyer
Clarice Thomas

Alternates OEA-R

Gerry Curran
Valerie Heban
Lori Moodie
Becky Cashell
Yuverdia Irving

NEOEA-R Members in Bold

Join the OEA-Retired Racial and Social Justice Committee Book Study

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All OEA members are invited to join us on this journey. We aim to inspire engaging conversations in books that relate to everyday experiences on the topics of racial and social justice. This will help us learn from each other and grow in understanding.

All sessions will be virtual on Zoom and will take place the third Monday of each month from 7pm-8pm (unless otherwise stated).

Please contact Makia Burns, OEA-Retired Liaison, burnsm@ohea.org with questions.

Book Reading Schedule:

  • November 16 – Tears We Cannot Stop by Michael Eric Dyson

OEA-R Racial and Social Justice Committee 2026 Book Study Flyer

click to register

 

 

2026 OEA-R Delegate Election

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OEA-R delegates will be elected through October 21

The election will be conducted online or by mail in ballot. 

Look for election information by email and US mail.  Please support candidates from NEOEA-R.

OEA-R members should look for an email and/or a postcard “Vote now in the OEA 2026 Elections” from “Ohio Education Association <help@yeselections.com>”.

Everyone will get a postcard, envelope or an email with an explanation and instructions for requesting a paper ballot.

The email and the postcard or letter provide an “Election Code” and a “Voting PIN” along with a link to the voting page. If your ballot has not been placed in the US mail by October 15, please vote online no later than 5:00 PM on October 21, 2026.

Here are the Steps to Vote Online:

  1. Go to the voting website: https://www.ohea.org/retired
  2. Enter your Election Code and Voting Pin in the fields from the e-mail or US Mailed notice
  3. Click on Continue and follow the voting instructions

Please support the following candidates from NEOEA:

Delegates to the OEA Representative Assembly

 
Karen Carney
Hank Haynes
Nancy Wonson
Becky Miller
Peg Ham
Marti Franks
 

Truth on Issues: The Puzzle of Property Tax

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What happens to Ohio’s public schools if property taxes are eliminated?

Property taxes are a critical piece of the funding puzzle for public education. But what happens when that piece is removed?

Join us Wednesday, September 23 at 5pm for a 90-minute Zoom informational session with Dan Ramos, OEA Director of Government Relations, exploring:

  • Why property taxes exist and what they fund
  • How property taxes support Ohio’s public schools
  • What could happen to school funding if property taxes are eliminated
  • Why eliminating a revenue source without a clear replacement plan could have serious consequences

Come learn the facts, understand the funding puzzle, and be prepared to have informed conversations about the future of Ohio’s public schools.

The question Ohio communities need to ask: What replaces the funding?

Registration Link

https://ohea.zoom.us/meeting/register/3RxCKM3WTiy2l-xcJ9QVBA#/registration

All Aboard The Goodtime III

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Join us on Thursday, September 3, for a unique and spectacular “They’re Back, We’re Not” two-hour narrated cruise along the Cuyahoga River and Lake Erie. This top attraction provides spectacular views of downtown Cleveland, the Flats, and all of the surrounding areas while getting an in-depth look at Cleveland’s history.

The boat sets sail at 11:45 a.m., but boarding begins at 10:45 a.m.

After our cruise, we’ll be having a late lunch at Nuevo (on the pier next to Goodtime III).
We’ll be ordering off a select menu. 

The Goodtime III is located at 825 East Ninth Street Pier on the North Coast Harbor in Cleveland. Parking is available for a fee in front of the dock on the East Ninth Street pier and is on a first-come-first-served basis. If the parking lot is full, there are surrounding parking lots and parking garages to park but there is a fee.

Goodtime III does not own any of the lots in the area and cannot ever guarantee a spot on the pier. All other lots are about a 7-10 minute walk, so please always plan to arrive earlier to secure parking.

Goodtime III Cruise and Lunch

Reservations are due by Friday, August 21.

Please submit the Registration Form along with your check to the NEOEA office. 

Costs:  Cruise $30    Lunch $30. 

Questions: Please email us at desk@neoea.org.

More information about the vessel, ship board restrictions and other details.   

https://goodtimeiii.com/