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September 5, 2025

  • Sep 5, 2025
  • 4 min read

Happy Friday, and happy September!   I picked the photo and quote above because I am feeling like September is PACKED with activities--anyone else feeling the same?  This newsletter has a lot of upcoming activities listed for September and beyond.  Please be sure to read the "News from VEA" for a sampling of how our union is supporting you.

I had the pleasure of attending an Assembly at Ashlawn Elementary School this morning.  It was nice to see so many AEA members and former colleagues.  I was also able to attend a morning meeting in a Kindergarten class--such fun!  I hope to see you at your site soon!

​Office news:  Our amazing Office Manager, Vi is out of the office for a bit--if you call the office, please leave a message.

*Don't forget to Wear Red for Ed this Wednesday.

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Are you interested in joining the VEA Women's Caucus?

Caucus Leadership is planning this year's book study and caucus meeting schedule. If you are interested in joining the caucus (or renewing your membership) please click this membership link to complete the form, and then forward your payment receipt to this email address.  We will be rolling out our 25-26 Book Study soon which is open to caucus members, as well as VEA members. However, there will be a special opportunity for caucus members. :-)

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September 18

Federal Student Loan Forgiveness

With the news claiming all Federal Student Loan assistance is over, that may not be the case for you as a public servant.  Come listen and ask if your loans can be reduced or even eliminated.  If so, how to file the applications.


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Upcoming Labor Events

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Saturday Sept 6th - NoVA Labor Canvass Launch -  9 am


Come to NoVA Labor to join our door knocking efforts to support labor-endorsed candidates. In addition to Saturday door knocking, NoVA Labor sponsors daily canvassing, phone banking, post-card writing, and more. Contact NoVA Labor Coordinator Amy Aiotte: Ameeesuz@gmail.com to volunteer. 


4536 B John Marr Drive, Annandale



SAVE THE DATES:



Thursday Sept 18th - Special In-Person Airport Union Caucus Meeting - 4 pm


Unions representing airport and airline workers at DCA National Airport and Dulles are invited to an important meeting of the airport union caucus. Followed by NoVA Labor monthly meeting.


NoVA Labor office, 4536 B John Marr Drive, Annandale, VA



October 3 through 5 - Inside Organizer School - This is a free 3-day training for people who want to learn how to organize a union. Friday noon through Sunday noon. Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria, VA. 




UPCOMING BOOK CLUB MEETINGS



Tuesday Sept. 30 - 7:30 pm



Upcoming APS Community Engagement Opportunities:






Welcome back, students! First Day of School Photo Gallery


School Board Accepting Applications for Advisory Councils for the 2025-26 School YearThe School Board Advisory Councils and Committees provide valuable input on the APS decision-making process. Click here to learn more.


APS Calendar Update: Diwali Holiday - Mon, Oct. 20At the July 24 School Board Meeting, a correction was made regarding the date of Diwali. It was previously listed as Tue, Oct 21. The correct date is Mon, Oct. 20. 

7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204



Fri, Sep 12          Youth Mental Health First Aid, designed for adults who regularly interact with adolescents (age 12-18), hosted by the APS Office of Student Services for staff, families and community members.9 am – 3 pm       Register prior. Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204



Thu, Sep 18    School Board Meeting: Hispanic Heritage Month Recognition; Membership Appointments and Changes to School Board Advisory Committees; Academic Data Update; Action on the FY 2025-26 Internal Audit Work Plan; Information on the School Board FY 2027 Budget Direction7:00 pm               Watch School Board meeting online, on Comcast Ch. 70, Verizon Ch. 41 or at Syphax Education Center, 2110 Washington Blvd. 22204


Tue, Sep. 30     School Board Work Sessions on Planning factors - Planning for Phase 2; Human Resources Audit Report - Update on Implementation; Feasibility Studies; FY 2027-36 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Direction

9 am-2:45pm See full schedule here.  


Arlington Community Events:








Sat, Sep. 6       4th Annual Hispanic Heritage Community Festival hosted by the Arlington Schools Hispanic Parents Association, Arlington County Police Department, and Arlington County Sheriff's Office1-4:00 pm         Tyrol Hill Park, 5101 7th Rd S. 22204Wed, Sep. 10      Ranked Choice Voting panel, hosted by Advance Arlington7 - 8:00 pm         Lubber Run Community Center, 300 N Park Dr. 22203


Sat, Sept 20   Green Valley Day, hosted by the Green Valley Civic Association

12-5:00 pm  John Robinson Town Square, 2406 S. Shirlington Rd. & Dr. Charles R. Drew Community Center, 3500 S. 23rd St. Learn more here



































































































































































 
 
 

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