Thoughts from UEA President

This commentary from Sharon Gallagher-Fishbaugh appeared in the Sunday Salt Lake Tribune.

Listen to Education Experts

Teacher Evaluation

This is an interesting read considering some of the changes being proposed by our own legislature.

Shame is no Solution

Senate Bill 64

You may have questions about Senator Osmond's bill currently being considered in the legislature. The bill is very complex and the news reports are only somewhat accurate in their coverage. To help you understand the bill, please read the information on the link below.

Learn More About Senate Bill 64

The UEA lobbying team will be monitoring the progress of this bill closely. There is always a concern that a bill will be amended in ways that would make the bill less friendly or worse.

Best Schools Coalition

Senator Karen Morgan summarizes the Best Schools Coalition's plans for the legislative session.

Read her commentary from the Salt Lake Tribune.

Read the Salt Lake Tribune editorial supporting Best School's Coalition's efforts

Two Views of Utah's Caucus System

A former Davis County Legislator and a current Davis County Legislator have expressed their views about our current caucus and convention system for selecting candidates for elections. Please take a few minutes to read both views.

Jim Nielson - Supports the Current System

Sheryl Allen - Supports Changing the Current System

Lessons Learned - Senator Osmond Responds

After meeting with educators from around the state, Senator Osmond has written his response. Please take the time to read his comments and respond.

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Schools Need More Help

"Republicans are trying to paint a picture of failing public schools. We don't believe that our schools are failing. They just need a little more help."
Karen Morgan - Utah State Senate

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