8 2016 Alabama School Journal Election Guide

AEA DISTRICT 5 ACTIVE NEA DELEGATE (CONTINUED)

GREG MARTIN

Madison County Education Association Greg Martin currently serves on the AEA Board of Directors for District 5. During his first term, Mr. Martin was instrumental in implementing improved supervision and oversight of AEA finances and executive performance. He also secured passage at Delegate Assembly of a policy requiring AEA to consider all areas of the state for AEA conferences and meetings. Mr. Martin believes in quality public education and continually fights for improved working conditions.

AEA DISTRICT 6 ACTIVE NEA DELEGATE

LARRY GIBSON

Vestavia Hills A&E I would be proud to serve you and Alabama at the 2017 NEA Representative Assembly. We need a positive voice and someone who will represent Alabama ideals and question those views and policies that adversely affect the public education family in our state. Please consider a vote for Larry Gibson to proudly serve Alabama again and always. Thank you!

ALLEGRA L. POINTER

Birmingham Education Association I am currently employed as a kindergarten teacher with the Birmingham City School System. I have served in my local association as a building representative at Hayes K-8 School. I would appreciate your support and the opportunity to serve you as a state delegate at this year's 2017 NEA Representative Assembly.

DAVID MCKINNEY

Jefferson St. Community College Active I have been an active member of AEA since 2011. I was a part of AEA Emerging Leaders in 2015 and I am looking forward to the opportunity to serve on the AEA Board. Currently, I am a speech professor at Jefferson State Community College. I have an Educational Specialist Degree in Instructional Technology and presently, I am working on a Doctorate Degree in Instructional Technology at the University of Alabama. Thanks for your support.

RITA HENDERSON

Birmingham Education Association My goal as an educator is to be a vocal advocate for all students and school personnel. It takes commitment and dedication to perform these tasks. My work on the local and state level keeps me involved with the on-going issues facing these organizations. It takes a strong voice to see that these issues are met with a great concern in promoting better schools and producing productive students.

KIM MITCHELL

Fairfield Education Association A K-6 National Board Certified Exceptional Education teacher in Fairfield. She is an active member serving as vice president of Fairfield Education Association. She previously served as local president, treasurer, past delegate to AEA Representative Assembly and completed B.E.L.L. Team Training. She has 14 years teaching experience and is currently completing her Instructional Leadership Certification. With your vote, she can continue to be an advocate and asset to this organization representing our members with excellence.

DEVON FRAZIER HOLSTON

Fairfield Education Association (No photo or bio provided.)

AEA DISTRICT 7 ACTIVE NEA DELEGATE

BARBARA DUNHAM

Education Association of Bessemer Education Association of Bessemer Board of Directors, Alabama STEM Section, secretary treasurer, ASTA Professional Development Director ITEEA State Affliate.

JODI CLAYTON WILSON

Tuscaloosa County Education Association Jodi Wilson is an interventionist at Vance Elementary School in Tuscaloosa County. A 25-year AEA member, she has also taught in Hale County. She is a mother of four who lives in Coaling, AL with her husband, Tim, who recently retired from teaching. Education and issues that affect educators are of the utmost importance to Jodi, and she will tirelessly work on your behalf.

SHALONDA REED

Professional Educators of Tuscaloosa I'm currently seeking your vote to represent you in this year's Representative Assembly. I have been an active member of AEA/NEA for over 19 years. I have served as a building representative, on the Executive Board, and as a state delegate for AEA/NEA Delegate Assembly. I am an active member of the Professional Educators of Tuscaloosa. I'm currently serving as treasurer of our local association. I'm dedicated and committed to serving our district.

VIKII MIMS

Chilton County Education Association Vikii taught elementary through middle, and teaches Alternative/ Virtual students in Chilton County. She has served on the AEA Budget Commission, as local VP, NEA state delegate, local NEA delegate, and AEA delegate. Currently, she is serving on the AEA PR&R Commission and as CCEA VP. Please allow Vikii to represent you at NEA and to work diligently for you and our students. Please vote Vikii 2016-2017 state delegate for District 7. Thank you.

SHEILA HOCUTT REMINGTON

Tuscaloosa County Education Association I am currently serving as president of AEA. I would apprecate your support in the election for NEA state delegate.

EGLA GARCIA RICHEY

Alabaster City Education Association I have been a teacher and active member for 21 years. I had served my association as a board member, head AR, elected delegate to the state and national convention and the honor to represent our state at the MLT Conference East. I would like to have the opportunity to be your delegate. I will be your voice and participate in the decision-making process to improve and protect our future as educators. Thank you.

ELEANOR ROBINSON JAMES

Sumter County Teachers Association My name is Eleanor James. I graduated from Livingston High School. I received a B.S. from Alabama State in Early Childhood. I have a Masters degree in Early Childhood and Leadership from the University of West Alabama. I've been an educator for the past 37 years. I teach at York West End Junior High School. I am the president of the Sumter County Education Association and a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority.

SUZANNE CLEMONS

Alabaster City Education Association I am a math teacher at Thompson High School in Alabaster with over 25 years of experience. I have served as a delegate to the AEA Delegate Assembly for the past 20 years. I would consider it an honor to serve as state delegate to the NEA-RA and would work hard to be the voice for the members in District 7.

MYRA ALLEN JONES

Education Association of Bessemer I have been an educator and active AEA member in Bessemer City for 31 years. I am currently president of the Education Association of Bessemer and head AR at my school. I have served as vice president,