August / September 2024
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MAGAZINE DIGITAL PROFESSIONAL
DEVELOPMENT
MEMBER
BENEFITS
UNIONISTS AND EDUCATORS
Dedicated teachers' work
fueled by union values, col-
lective action.
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cta.org/ourfight
THE BEST YEAR EVER
California's Teachers of the
Year share tips for starting
the year right.
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HOW TEMECULA DID IT
Educators and the commu-
nity recall extremist school
board president.
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WE ARE UNION STRONG!
You're the engine that powers
our union. See how, and meet
CTA leadership, on
PAGE 46.
cta.org/about-us
YOU AND YOUR UNION
310,000+ members strong,
CTA is the most effective
advocacy organization
in the state. Get involved
and stay informed!
cta.org/get-involved
GET SOCIAL
Connect with CTA on social
media — meet your peers,
get updates and join the fight
for public education.
cta.org/social
ELECTION 2024
Follow CTA recommen-
dations to vote to support
students, schools and col-
leges.
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cta.org/election
W H A T ' S H A P P E N I N G N O W
#WeAreCTA
OUR VOICE, OUR UNION, OUR PROFESSION
BACK-TO-SCHOOL DEALS
From classroom supplies
to wardrobe updates, CTA
Access to Savings has you
covered.
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Benefits.org/access
CTA AUTO & HOME INSURANCE
Take advantage of special
discounts and benefits for
members. Learn about other
insurance opportunities for
your life needs as well.
CTAMemberBenefits.org
THE YEAR AHEAD
Mark your calendars now for
CTA conferences that offer
unparalleled trainings and
networking.
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cta.org/events
CTA SPECIAL ED CONFERENCE
Learn strategies, tips and
proven research to help you
support your exceptional
students. Sept. 27–29, Gar-
den Grove.
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cta.org/conferences
TECH ON CUE
The Fall CUE conference
focuses on bridging educa-
tion with technology. Oct.
5-6, Sacramento. cue.org
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Photo: United Teachers Los
Angeles and CTA welcomed
170 new members in June when
educators at seven Citizens of the
World charter schools voted to
unionize. Story on Page 42
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