Update: FWEA is located in a new office as of December 15, 2018!
Our new address is 32032 Weyerhaeuser Way, S. Federal Way, WA., 98001
This is in our state affiliate building, the Washington Education Association. We look forward to seeing you there!
​Upcoming FWEA Member Events:
Our FWEA members' interests drive our programming, to best serve our kids' needs! Members receive a significantly reduced price, and free trainings as part of being an FWEA and WEA member.  Not sure if you're a member, or have an idea for PD or an event? Please contact your Association Representative or call the FWEA office.

Member Grants Now Open!  
Annually, the FWEA Executive Board approves a member grant program.  All ESP and Certificated members can request up to $75 to be used for supplies, materials, or activities chosen during the current school year in support of your assignment and students.
The Association will be granting fifty (50) member grants up to $75.  

Multiple Dates - Culturally Responsive Classroom Communities
The Puget Sound UniServ Council, along with WEA, is excited to offer the Culturally Responsive Classroom Communities training. This is a four-part series; therefore, it is recommended  you attend the future dates which will be: February 20, 2019, March 12, 2019 and May 6, 2019. Here is the flyer with all the registration information.

February 20, 2019 Culturally Responsive Classroom Management  https://www.washingtonea.org/home/events/type/sql/event/5075
 
March 12, 2019 Culturally Responsive Classroom Interactions  https://www.washingtonea.org/home/events/type/sql/event/5076
 
May 6, 2019 Culturally Responsive Classroom Behavior Interventions  https://www.washingtonea.org/home/events/type/sql/event/5077


Monday, February 18th - FWEA Members rallying at the Capitol for public education!
This results of this legislative session have significant impact on our Federal Way students! We're taking a bus to Olympia to rally in support of students, including nurses, special education and counselors.
RSVP here!

Thursday, February 21st - Diversity Meet Up
We will be planning out what we want our Black Lives Matter at School Open House to look like, as well as providing a time and space to address any other issues of equity members may be seeing.  All are welcome to attend!  RSVP at: http://bit.ly/DiversityFeb21

Friday, February 22nd - Equity & Inclusion Conference 
The UW Bothell Office of Equity & Diversity is happy to announce that the 5th annual Equity & Inclusion Conference will take place on February 22nd in the Activities & Recreation Center on the UW Bothell campus. This year the conference is focused on radical healing and building for justice.   Register here.  

Tuesday, February 26th - Black Lives Matter at School Open House
Please join us at our Black Lives Matter Open House! Come and learn about the guiding principles, participate in discussions with other educators on how they are integrating BLM into their schools, and get some great resources.
RSVP at: http://bit.ly/BLMFeb26 

Thursday, February 28th - LGBTQ+ and Allies Meet Up
We will be sharing information received at the Time to Thrive conference that NEA provided a scholarship for two members to attend.  We will also begin planning for an event in the spring.  All are welcome to attend!  RSVP at: http://bit.ly/LGBTQFeb28

Monday, March 4th - ESP Culturally Responsive Classroom Communities 
This is an ESP-specific training. We recommend you bring your ESP PD Request form from the Collectively Bargained Agreement to use this training for your compensated PD Days.  ​Click here for the flyer with registration information

Monday, March 25th - Habits of Mind
This course will introduce educators to the 16 Essential Characteristics for Success.  Educators will walk away with strategies and tools for integrating Habits of Mind into their daily classroom routine.  $10 for FWEA members.  Register through the link below:
https://www.washingtonea.org/home/events/type/sql/event/5087
**Please make sure you scroll all the way through to the payment page to ensure your registration.

Thursday, March 28th - Special Education Meet Up
Special Ed heroes!  Join us on Thursday, March 28th to discuss all things special education!  Invite and RSVP coming soon.  

Thursday, April 18th - Diversity Meet Up
Information and invite coming soon!

​Friday, May 10th and Saturday, May 11th - Pre-Retirement Seminar
The seminar is limited to 25 people and will cover:
  • Social Security
  • Medicare
  • Healthcare
  • Long Term Care
  • VEBA
  • Financial Planning
  • Estate Planning
  • Deferred Comp
  • Staff Retirement and more!
This seminar is offered by WEA retired members who have actually “been there, done that” and come with a wealth of knowledge! The size of the class is kept small intentionally as it provides participants the opportunity to connect with the presenters and get their questioned answered face to face. The whole purpose of this seminar is to educate members on these topics and provide them with the resources and support they need.  Registration form here.  

Thursday, May 16th - EOC Meet Up
Information and invite coming soon!

Thursday, May 22nd - LGBTQ Meet Up
Information and invite coming soon!


Win A School Lounge Makeover from California Casualty!:
​Educators give so much, we’re giving something back! We've seen your remarkable dedication firsthand and we're proud to show our appreciation. So we'd like to help you transform your school lounge from ordinary to extraordinary! Enter today for a chance to win for your school www.yourschoollounge.com/nea
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Wild Waves Theme Park discounted tickets now available for union members. Get your tickets for Holiday with Lights today!  Here is a flyer (link inside) for Educator Appreciation Days during Holiday with Lights!

Century and Regal Movie Passes available for members at a significant discount. Email Tiafwea@aol.com to order.

Notary Public Services are available for FWEA members as a complimentary FWEA member benefit. Email Tiafwea@aol.com or call our office at 253-838-8571 for more information or to set an appointment.

The WEA Children's Fund is available for FWEA members seeking warm coats, shoes and necessities for our students in need. You can also make a donation on this link.Training: Habits of Mind
Date/Time: March 25, 2019 from 4:30pm-7:30pm (dinner will be provided)
Location: WEA 32032 Weyerhaeuser Way S. Federal Way, WA
Facilitators: Erin Rumpza, Emily Wojciechowicz and Gabrielle Wright
Cost: $10.00 for Puget Sound UniServ Council member
          $15.00 for all other WEA members
 
**Please make sure you scroll all the way through to the payment page to ensure your registration.
 
https://www.washingtonea.org/home/events/type/sql/event/5087

Contact Us!

WE HAVE MOVED!  We are now located at:

Federal Way Education Association
(Inside the Washington Education Association Headquarters)
32032 Weyerhaeuser Way S
Federal Way, WA 98001

Hours: 9-5 Monday-Friday, hours vary in summer

Phone: (253) 838-8571    Cell: (206) 321-0089     
Fax: (253) 838-2385  

Email: FWEA President Shannon McCann: smccann@washingtonea.org 
FWEA Office Manager Tia Hendrix: Tiafwea@aol.com

    FWEA Members, update your contact info here:
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