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OKLAHOMA RETIRED EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION

- THE VOICE OF OKLAHOMA'S RETIRED EDUCATORS
FOR MORE THAN 60 YEARS -

The Oklahoma Retired Educators Association provides a voice for retired education employees,
secures and protects benefits, and enhances the quality of life for its members.

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UPDATE....MAY 8, 2013 CLICK HERE FOR LATEST UPDATE
61st ANNUAL OREA CONVENTION FRIDAY, MAY 17 Renaissance Tulsa Hotel & Convention Center 6808 South 107th East Avenue Tulsa, OK 74133
DRIVING DIRECTIONS	FUN..FOOD...FELLOWSHIP DON'T MISS IT!! Thursday evening, May 16, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Drawing for prizes Heavy hors d'oeuvres Music Recognition of Members & Guests A Few Short Speeches Good Conversation Casual Dress
WORKSHOPS - Session I (8:45 a.m.-9:25 a.m.) "How Local Communities Manage Disasters" by Jamie Ott, Deputy Director, Tulsa Area Emergency Management Agency "Maximizing Your OREA Benefits" by Sheryl Prichard, Regional Manager, North American Life Plans "State Capitol Update" by Terry Ingmire, Government Relations Coordinator, OREA "Celebrate! Change Your Lens...Change Your Life" by Bonnie Hammock, Teaching and Learning Specialist, Oklahoma Education Association	WORKSHOPS - Session II (9:35 a.m.-10:15 a.m.) "An Overview and Update of the Oklahoma Teachers' Retirement System" by James Wilbanks, Ph.D., Executive Director, Oklahoma Teachers' Retirement System "Human Trafficking in Contemporary America" by Mike Snowden, Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics "How to Grow Membership with OREA Benefits" by Art Dunham, Regional Vice President, Association Member Benefits Advisors "Connect Your Values with State Budget Priorities" by Cindy Cason, Campaign Coordinator, TogetherOK.org, and Megan Benn, Oklahoma Policy Institute
WORKSHOP (8:45 a.m.- 9:25 a.m. & 9:35 a.m.-10:15 a.m.) (Two session workshop, limited to same 40 participants attending both sessions) "Healthy Brain Strategies" by Jackie Lenzy, Education Coordinator, Alzheimer's Association, Oklahoma and Arkansas chapters
DR. KEITH BALLARD KEYNOTE SPEAKER Dr. Keith Ballard, Superintendent of the Tulsa Public Schools, is an educator of the first order who has demonstrated unquestioned commitment to providing better educational opportunities for Oklahoma's children over several decades. OREA members can expect to benefit from Dr. Ballard's observations of American and Oklahoma public education.	IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO GET YOUR TICKET AT THE DISCOUNT PRICE.....ONLY $12.50 EACH IF PURCHASED BY MAY 3. RESERVE YOUR TICKET BY CALLING THE OREA OFFICE... (405) 525-2230 or 800-310-2230
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“The OREA Member’s Legislative Checklist” November 30, 2012 Legislative Session Kicks off February 4 The 2013 session of the Oklahoma Legislature will begin Monday, February 4, and must conclude by law no later than Friday, May 31. As with every legislative session, OREA and its members will face significant challenges as we seek to provide a strong voice for the protection and advancement of retired educator interests. click here for more.....
Be brief and succinct. Be prepared – plan ahead. Know the issues – both sides. Make an appointment and be on time. Be positive and courteous. Limit handouts to a minimum. Have materials and thoughts well organized. Stick to one or two issues, focus on your message and what you want the legislator to do. Build a relationship over time. Listen for clues from the legislator and others who might be knowledgeable. Be honest and clear. Don’t try to answer a question if you don’t have the knowledge. Tell him/her you will get the answer. Honor your commitments. Keep the door open for a later visit. Say thanks for the visit, then follow up with another note of thanks. Treat the legislator the way you would want to be treated.
Every Member can be an Effective Lobbyist by . . . Establishing and maintaining consistent contacts with legislators Developing positive relationships based on honesty, integrity and trust Keeping well informed on important legislative issues Informing legislators of OREA views on important issues Lobbying legislators in the home district or at the state Capitol to support OREA positions on legislative issues Providing information to fellow OREA members and others about legislative matters, including legislators’ views on key bills or issues Organizing meetings or activities for the purpose of lobbying legislators in their home districts Organizing OREA members and others to contact legislators via telephone, e-mail, regular mail or face-to-face to communicate OREA views on legislative matters Keeping OREA informed about local lobbying activities and contacts with legislators
Click here for information and to join	Ever wonder how OREA members become officers, board members, or committee chairs? Perhaps there are members who would like to become more active in the association but aren't certain of the way officers are elected and the responsibilities of each. Click here for an overview of officers, board members, and committee chairs and how they achieve an office.
JOB OPPORTUNITY PAX - Program of Academic Exchange is a non-profit educational organization whose mission is to increase mutual respect among the people of the world, to foster an appreciation of our differences and similarities, and to enhance our ability to communicate with one another. PAX believes that this mission is served by providing high school students with the opportunity to study abroad and live with a host family for an extended period of time. We are currently hiring for the position of community coordinator. Job responsibilities include: Arranging semester and academic year homestays and high school enrollment for exchange students Generating interest in the local community, working with volunteer families interested in hosting Providing orientation for both families and students Guiding young, international visitors through personal and cultural adjustment Positively impacting both the community and the lives of young people via exposure to new cultures Participating in the annual PAX national meeting, held each year at a distinctive, attractive location Ideal candidates: Enjoy working with teens and are community service oriented Are optimistic, motivated, flexible, self-starters Possess excellent communication and sales skills Have internationally-minded and education interests Additional information and compensation: This is an independent contractor position. The position boasts part-time, flexible scheduling, modest compensation on a commission basis, annual international travel perks and is managed from home. Many coordinators approach the position as an opportunity to pursue their interests and passions while making a contribution to their community. The commission is per student placed and supervised. How to apply: To learn more about the PAX Community Coordinator position, visit our website at http://pax.org/home_coordinators.php Interested? If the position is a good fit for you, please, take a moment to complete our online application. (Please note: in order for a candidate to be considered, the online application must be submitted via the link above)

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