About Us
Our amazing FWEA Association Representatives (also known as Building Reps) empower our members with information, communication, training and support in our 39 buildings across Federal Way Public Schools.
Our Association Representatives listen to students and members every day and assist with the smooth implementation of the collectively bargaining agreements and positive school culture.
Our ARs join our Executive Board to meet every month. All FWEA members are always welcome to attend too.
If you are interested in becoming an Association Rep, please call our office at 253-838-8571 to learn about the responsibilities, openings and the election cycle.
Find your building's Association Representatives - Click here! Do you know who your Executive Board members are? Click here!
All members also have access to our FWEA Advocacy Coaches, who will help clarify any areas of the CBA and walk members through solving any CBA violations. A list of SEAC (Special Education Advisory Committee) members can be found here.
Our amazing FWEA Association Representatives (also known as Building Reps) empower our members with information, communication, training and support in our 39 buildings across Federal Way Public Schools.
Our Association Representatives listen to students and members every day and assist with the smooth implementation of the collectively bargaining agreements and positive school culture.
Our ARs join our Executive Board to meet every month. All FWEA members are always welcome to attend too.
If you are interested in becoming an Association Rep, please call our office at 253-838-8571 to learn about the responsibilities, openings and the election cycle.
Find your building's Association Representatives - Click here! Do you know who your Executive Board members are? Click here!
All members also have access to our FWEA Advocacy Coaches, who will help clarify any areas of the CBA and walk members through solving any CBA violations. A list of SEAC (Special Education Advisory Committee) members can be found here.
When we meet |
We will continue to meet online during the pandemic. We begin at 4:45 p.m. Zoom meeting information will be emailed out directly before each meeting.
June 6 NEA-RA: July 2-6 (In-person in Chicago and remote option provided also) |
May 10 minute meeting powerpoint
April 10 minute meeting powerpoint
March 10 Minute Meeting Powerpoint
*Please be aware there are several slides, so please only use what you need. We trust you!
*The "helpful links" document in the drive folder has all the links you need to put in the chat for the 10 min meeting. Please email Shannon or Tia if you need it!
February 10 Minute Meeting Powerpoint
(Poll and survey links sent to home emails on 3.1.22)
January 10 Minute Meeting Powerpoint
Remote work and Covid Leave language for ESPs and Certs from LOA:
Remote Work Request: Staff who have developed symptoms preventing them from attending physically at work per DOH guidance and are well enough to work, may request approval from their supervisor to work remotely. Approval of short-term (3 days or less) remote work should be generally approved for staff members. Once approved, the staff member will work remotely to accomplish the essential functions of their job. Said staff will utilize a “Temp Remote” code in Frontline and not be charged wellness during these occurrences.
Staff who Test Positive for COVID-19: Staff who test positive will receive full pay and benefits through a combination of L&I benefits and supplementary administrative/COVID leave. Staff must file an L&I claim under HELSA and will have their worker’s compensation claim supplemented by the district-provided administrative/COVID leave, retroactive to their first day of leave, until able to return to work per DOH guidance (not to exceed 10 days). Staff who experience extended COVID recovery times beyond ten (10) days may be eligible for additional administrative/COVID leave days on a case by case basis. Administrative/COVID leave will be applied retroactively for staff who have been absent from work due to a COVID infection during the 2021-22 school year.
December 10 Minute Meeting Powerpoint
(heads up, the content from the last 3 slides will be emailed, but they're important info to support members!)
Here is an amazing video to support members with the Advocacy Process!
October 10 Minute Meeting:
Link to Isolation and Quarantine folder from 10.5.21: Ratified Letter of Agreement and slides
September 10 Minute Meeting:
One pager with relevant safety guidance documents
Advocacy Team's Intake Form, as shown at the meeting, is posted below.
Other Helpful Items
April 10 minute meeting powerpoint
March 10 Minute Meeting Powerpoint
*Please be aware there are several slides, so please only use what you need. We trust you!
*The "helpful links" document in the drive folder has all the links you need to put in the chat for the 10 min meeting. Please email Shannon or Tia if you need it!
February 10 Minute Meeting Powerpoint
(Poll and survey links sent to home emails on 3.1.22)
January 10 Minute Meeting Powerpoint
- WEA-RA (remote) information (send nominations to tiafwea@aol.com by Thurs, Jan 27)
- Example legislative bill to comment online (this will increase funding for staffing)
- Student loan forgiveness page
- State Guidance (page 14 is quarantine language/Test To Stay) K-12 Schools Requirements 2021-2022 (wa.gov)
- Supplemental guidance: Supplemental Considerations to Mitigate COVID-19 Transmission in K-12 Schools (wa.gov)
- Covid leave FAQ
Remote work and Covid Leave language for ESPs and Certs from LOA:
Remote Work Request: Staff who have developed symptoms preventing them from attending physically at work per DOH guidance and are well enough to work, may request approval from their supervisor to work remotely. Approval of short-term (3 days or less) remote work should be generally approved for staff members. Once approved, the staff member will work remotely to accomplish the essential functions of their job. Said staff will utilize a “Temp Remote” code in Frontline and not be charged wellness during these occurrences.
Staff who Test Positive for COVID-19: Staff who test positive will receive full pay and benefits through a combination of L&I benefits and supplementary administrative/COVID leave. Staff must file an L&I claim under HELSA and will have their worker’s compensation claim supplemented by the district-provided administrative/COVID leave, retroactive to their first day of leave, until able to return to work per DOH guidance (not to exceed 10 days). Staff who experience extended COVID recovery times beyond ten (10) days may be eligible for additional administrative/COVID leave days on a case by case basis. Administrative/COVID leave will be applied retroactively for staff who have been absent from work due to a COVID infection during the 2021-22 school year.
December 10 Minute Meeting Powerpoint
(heads up, the content from the last 3 slides will be emailed, but they're important info to support members!)
- Student Loan Forgiveness Page, including new information for January
- Amazing Advocacy how-to video
- WEA Representative Assembly is April 7-9 virtually (Please email Tiafwea@aol.com if you'd or any members would like to be a delegate to represent FWEA members and students!)
- Join FWEA link here
- Benefit of FWEA union membership one pager here
- New Certificated Evaluation LOA to decrease burden (this info was emailed to all certs, providing as a resource)
- If your 10-minute meeting is before or on Nov 17, please remind everyone to complete the FWEA Climate, Student Support and Workload Survey!
- At your 10 minute meeting, please check through Site Discipline Checklist
- As a reminder, each site should have an updated and current site discipline plan.
Here is an amazing video to support members with the Advocacy Process!
October 10 Minute Meeting:
Link to Isolation and Quarantine folder from 10.5.21: Ratified Letter of Agreement and slides
September 10 Minute Meeting:
One pager with relevant safety guidance documents
Advocacy Team's Intake Form, as shown at the meeting, is posted below.
Other Helpful Items
- TJHS Student website https://unifiedpeople.carrd.co/ (sign the petition!)
- TJHS Student video (share the video!
- Association Representative Training PowerPoint
- Implicit Bias Powerpoint
- Certificated Wellness memo
- Jeopardy Game
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is free and confidential counseling and referral service to support with personal and/or workplace stressors. EAP can connect you with services and help problem-solve a variety of life events. Click on the link to see all of the supports offered.
- Shared Decision Making
- Your Weingarten Rights (right to union support and representation)