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The official account of the Federal Education Association (FEA).
Representing most DoDEA educators worldwide—advocating for students, supporting schools, and advancing the profession.
Representing most DoDEA educators worldwide—advocating for students, supporting schools, and advancing the profession.
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Meet Sharon Manuel, FEA’s new President!👋
With 23 years in DoDEA and a deep commitment to listening to educators, Sharon is ready to lead with experience and purpose. She wants to hear your stories because your voice is FEA’s strength. 💙
📧 Share your story: [email protected]"
With 23 years in DoDEA and a deep commitment to listening to educators, Sharon is ready to lead with experience and purpose. She wants to hear your stories because your voice is FEA’s strength. 💙
📧 Share your story: [email protected]"
Make Sure Your Fall FEA Journal Finds You!
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Scan the QR code in the image below or visit: https://feaonline.org/how-update-your-contact-information to learn how to update your contact information.
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September 14, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Make Sure Your Fall FEA Journal Finds You!
Now is a great time to double-check your information so your Journal is mailed to the correct address.
Scan the QR code in the image below or visit: https://feaonline.org/how-update-your-contact-information to learn how to update your contact information.
Now is a great time to double-check your information so your Journal is mailed to the correct address.
Scan the QR code in the image below or visit: https://feaonline.org/how-update-your-contact-information to learn how to update your contact information.
Happy Labor Day from FEA!
As a union, FEA is proud to advocate for, support, and stand alongside the educators and ESPs who serve DoDEA students and communities every day.
Remember that FEA is here for you.
📧 Need assistance? Contact us at [email protected].
As a union, FEA is proud to advocate for, support, and stand alongside the educators and ESPs who serve DoDEA students and communities every day.
Remember that FEA is here for you.
📧 Need assistance? Contact us at [email protected].
September 7, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Happy Labor Day from FEA!
As a union, FEA is proud to advocate for, support, and stand alongside the educators and ESPs who serve DoDEA students and communities every day.
Remember that FEA is here for you.
📧 Need assistance? Contact us at [email protected].
As a union, FEA is proud to advocate for, support, and stand alongside the educators and ESPs who serve DoDEA students and communities every day.
Remember that FEA is here for you.
📧 Need assistance? Contact us at [email protected].
FEA welcomes NEA's new president, Princess Moss! 🎉
President Moss serves alongside newly elected NEA Vice President Noel Candelaria and Secretary-Treasurer Robert Rodriguez.
Learn more: https://www.nea.org/about-nea/leaders/president
President Moss serves alongside newly elected NEA Vice President Noel Candelaria and Secretary-Treasurer Robert Rodriguez.
Learn more: https://www.nea.org/about-nea/leaders/president
Our President | NEA
Princess Moss is president of the National Education Association, the nation’s largest labor union. As a former Virginia public school music teacher, Moss leverages decades of experience to fiercely a...
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September 4, 2026 at 9:00 PM
FEA welcomes NEA's new president, Princess Moss! 🎉
President Moss serves alongside newly elected NEA Vice President Noel Candelaria and Secretary-Treasurer Robert Rodriguez.
Learn more: https://www.nea.org/about-nea/leaders/president
President Moss serves alongside newly elected NEA Vice President Noel Candelaria and Secretary-Treasurer Robert Rodriguez.
Learn more: https://www.nea.org/about-nea/leaders/president
Please join us in welcoming Adam Johnston, who joined FEA's Board of Directors as our new Pacific Area Director in late June!
We look forward to the work ahead and to your leadership in supporting educators throughout the Pacific.
We look forward to the work ahead and to your leadership in supporting educators throughout the Pacific.
August 20, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Please join us in welcoming Adam Johnston, who joined FEA's Board of Directors as our new Pacific Area Director in late June!
We look forward to the work ahead and to your leadership in supporting educators throughout the Pacific.
We look forward to the work ahead and to your leadership in supporting educators throughout the Pacific.
Happy Retirement, Mike Adair! 🎉
After years of dedicated service to FEA members as our Pacific Area Director, Mike retired at the end of June.
We wish you endless days of relaxation, adventure, and joy in your well-earned retirement.
💙 Congratulations, Mike, and thank you for everything!
After years of dedicated service to FEA members as our Pacific Area Director, Mike retired at the end of June.
We wish you endless days of relaxation, adventure, and joy in your well-earned retirement.
💙 Congratulations, Mike, and thank you for everything!
August 13, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Happy Retirement, Mike Adair! 🎉
After years of dedicated service to FEA members as our Pacific Area Director, Mike retired at the end of June.
We wish you endless days of relaxation, adventure, and joy in your well-earned retirement.
💙 Congratulations, Mike, and thank you for everything!
After years of dedicated service to FEA members as our Pacific Area Director, Mike retired at the end of June.
We wish you endless days of relaxation, adventure, and joy in your well-earned retirement.
💙 Congratulations, Mike, and thank you for everything!
The 2026 FEA Spring Journal is here!
You can access the journal online here: https://bit.ly/4w7f2Gy
If you experience any difficulties accessing the journal through the website, please contact [email protected] for assistance.
We hope you enjoy this latest issue of the FEA Journal!
You can access the journal online here: https://bit.ly/4w7f2Gy
If you experience any difficulties accessing the journal through the website, please contact [email protected] for assistance.
We hope you enjoy this latest issue of the FEA Journal!
June 24, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The 2026 FEA Spring Journal is here!
You can access the journal online here: https://bit.ly/4w7f2Gy
If you experience any difficulties accessing the journal through the website, please contact [email protected] for assistance.
We hope you enjoy this latest issue of the FEA Journal!
You can access the journal online here: https://bit.ly/4w7f2Gy
If you experience any difficulties accessing the journal through the website, please contact [email protected] for assistance.
We hope you enjoy this latest issue of the FEA Journal!
National Black Teacher Appreciation Day: Dr. Michael A. Pope🌟
🔬 Middle school science teacher at Zama
🏆 Inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame
🌍 Created the G.L.P. model (Global, Local, Personal)
💡 NEA Global Learning Fellow
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
🔬 Middle school science teacher at Zama
🏆 Inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame
🌍 Created the G.L.P. model (Global, Local, Personal)
💡 NEA Global Learning Fellow
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
May 7, 2026 at 4:00 AM
National Black Teacher Appreciation Day: Dr. Michael A. Pope🌟
🔬 Middle school science teacher at Zama
🏆 Inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame
🌍 Created the G.L.P. model (Global, Local, Personal)
💡 NEA Global Learning Fellow
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
🔬 Middle school science teacher at Zama
🏆 Inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame
🌍 Created the G.L.P. model (Global, Local, Personal)
💡 NEA Global Learning Fellow
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
National Teacher Day Spotlight: Jessica Yucel🌟
🏆 DoDEA-Europe West Teacher of the Year
📚 English & Social Studies teacher in Germany
🌍 FEA Europe-West District Representative
🤝 Advocates for educators
✨ DoDEA alum, now empowering the next generation
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
🏆 DoDEA-Europe West Teacher of the Year
📚 English & Social Studies teacher in Germany
🌍 FEA Europe-West District Representative
🤝 Advocates for educators
✨ DoDEA alum, now empowering the next generation
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
May 5, 2026 at 4:00 AM
National Teacher Day Spotlight: Jessica Yucel🌟
🏆 DoDEA-Europe West Teacher of the Year
📚 English & Social Studies teacher in Germany
🌍 FEA Europe-West District Representative
🤝 Advocates for educators
✨ DoDEA alum, now empowering the next generation
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
🏆 DoDEA-Europe West Teacher of the Year
📚 English & Social Studies teacher in Germany
🌍 FEA Europe-West District Representative
🤝 Advocates for educators
✨ DoDEA alum, now empowering the next generation
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
This Teacher Appreciation Week, we honor the educators who show up every day with care, resilience, and commitment to their students.
FEA members stand together to support, protect, and uplift the profession. Your impact matters. 💙📚
FEA members stand together to support, protect, and uplift the profession. Your impact matters. 💙📚
May 4, 2026 at 4:00 AM
This Teacher Appreciation Week, we honor the educators who show up every day with care, resilience, and commitment to their students.
FEA members stand together to support, protect, and uplift the profession. Your impact matters. 💙📚
FEA members stand together to support, protect, and uplift the profession. Your impact matters. 💙📚
FEA Member Spotlight: Joshua Kaufman
Josh is a Math Support Specialist in Yokosuka, Japan
He leads teacher-driven PD, specializes in Math Talks, and created a math resource site used by 11,000+ educators across DoDEA.
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
Josh is a Math Support Specialist in Yokosuka, Japan
He leads teacher-driven PD, specializes in Math Talks, and created a math resource site used by 11,000+ educators across DoDEA.
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
April 29, 2026 at 4:00 AM
FEA Member Spotlight: Joshua Kaufman
Josh is a Math Support Specialist in Yokosuka, Japan
He leads teacher-driven PD, specializes in Math Talks, and created a math resource site used by 11,000+ educators across DoDEA.
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
Josh is a Math Support Specialist in Yokosuka, Japan
He leads teacher-driven PD, specializes in Math Talks, and created a math resource site used by 11,000+ educators across DoDEA.
Want to be featured? Email [email protected]
FEA’s Annual Membership Meeting (AMM) + NEA Representative Assembly (RA) will be held June 30-July 8, 2026 in Denver, CO.
Key Dates:
June 30: Arrival / AFSPA Reception
July 1-2: AMM
July 3-7: RA (Reg. July 3)
July 8: Departure
Interested in attending AMM as a non-delegate? Email [email protected]
Key Dates:
June 30: Arrival / AFSPA Reception
July 1-2: AMM
July 3-7: RA (Reg. July 3)
July 8: Departure
Interested in attending AMM as a non-delegate? Email [email protected]
April 23, 2026 at 7:00 PM
FEA’s Annual Membership Meeting (AMM) + NEA Representative Assembly (RA) will be held June 30-July 8, 2026 in Denver, CO.
Key Dates:
June 30: Arrival / AFSPA Reception
July 1-2: AMM
July 3-7: RA (Reg. July 3)
July 8: Departure
Interested in attending AMM as a non-delegate? Email [email protected]
Key Dates:
June 30: Arrival / AFSPA Reception
July 1-2: AMM
July 3-7: RA (Reg. July 3)
July 8: Departure
Interested in attending AMM as a non-delegate? Email [email protected]
The Winter 2026 edition of the FEA Journal is now available online.
Read the full digital edition here:
https://feaonline.org/fea-journal-winter-2026
Please note: The Winter edition of the FEA Journal will be available in digital format only and will not be mailed to members’ homes.
Read the full digital edition here:
https://feaonline.org/fea-journal-winter-2026
Please note: The Winter edition of the FEA Journal will be available in digital format only and will not be mailed to members’ homes.
FEA Journal – Winter 2026 | Federal Education Association
Vol. 69, No.2
feaonline.org
February 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The Winter 2026 edition of the FEA Journal is now available online.
Read the full digital edition here:
https://feaonline.org/fea-journal-winter-2026
Please note: The Winter edition of the FEA Journal will be available in digital format only and will not be mailed to members’ homes.
Read the full digital edition here:
https://feaonline.org/fea-journal-winter-2026
Please note: The Winter edition of the FEA Journal will be available in digital format only and will not be mailed to members’ homes.
National School Counseling Week 2026, observed February 2–6, celebrates the critical role school counselors play in supporting students and strengthening school communities. Tag an FEA counselor who makes a difference every day!
February 4, 2026 at 10:00 PM
National School Counseling Week 2026, observed February 2–6, celebrates the critical role school counselors play in supporting students and strengthening school communities. Tag an FEA counselor who makes a difference every day!
🌟 2027 Awards for Teaching Excellence 🌟
The NEA Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2027 Awards for Teaching Excellence.
📅 FEA submission deadline: Monday, February 23, 2026
📎 Scan the QR code for more information!
The NEA Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2027 Awards for Teaching Excellence.
📅 FEA submission deadline: Monday, February 23, 2026
📎 Scan the QR code for more information!
February 2, 2026 at 10:00 PM
🌟 2027 Awards for Teaching Excellence 🌟
The NEA Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2027 Awards for Teaching Excellence.
📅 FEA submission deadline: Monday, February 23, 2026
📎 Scan the QR code for more information!
The NEA Foundation is now accepting nominations for the 2027 Awards for Teaching Excellence.
📅 FEA submission deadline: Monday, February 23, 2026
📎 Scan the QR code for more information!
FEA and NEA showed up at the U.S. Capitol for the January 14 rally in support of the Protect America’s Workforce Act (PAWA), a bipartisan bill that would restore union protections for federal workers and require the administration to honor collective bargaining agreements.
January 16, 2026 at 10:00 PM
FEA and NEA showed up at the U.S. Capitol for the January 14 rally in support of the Protect America’s Workforce Act (PAWA), a bipartisan bill that would restore union protections for federal workers and require the administration to honor collective bargaining agreements.
On December 10, the world observes International Human Rights Day, first established in 1948. It stands on one powerful truth: Every human being is born with equal dignity, rights, and worth.
🌟 Happy International Human Rights Day! 🌟
🌟 Happy International Human Rights Day! 🌟
December 10, 2025 at 5:00 AM
On December 10, the world observes International Human Rights Day, first established in 1948. It stands on one powerful truth: Every human being is born with equal dignity, rights, and worth.
🌟 Happy International Human Rights Day! 🌟
🌟 Happy International Human Rights Day! 🌟
🍁✨ Happy Thanksgiving from FEA! ✨🍁
Please enjoy this special Thanksgiving message from FEA President Sharon Manuel!
As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we invite you to take a moment and share one thing you are thankful for.
Please enjoy this special Thanksgiving message from FEA President Sharon Manuel!
As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we invite you to take a moment and share one thing you are thankful for.
November 27, 2025 at 5:01 AM
🍁✨ Happy Thanksgiving from FEA! ✨🍁
Please enjoy this special Thanksgiving message from FEA President Sharon Manuel!
As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we invite you to take a moment and share one thing you are thankful for.
Please enjoy this special Thanksgiving message from FEA President Sharon Manuel!
As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we invite you to take a moment and share one thing you are thankful for.
In honor of ESP Day, join us in celebrating Mrs. Teresa Brown and all Educational Support Professionals who keep our schools strong.
Tag an ESP you appreciate and want to recognize.
Happy ESP Day!
Tag an ESP you appreciate and want to recognize.
Happy ESP Day!
November 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM
In honor of ESP Day, join us in celebrating Mrs. Teresa Brown and all Educational Support Professionals who keep our schools strong.
Tag an ESP you appreciate and want to recognize.
Happy ESP Day!
Tag an ESP you appreciate and want to recognize.
Happy ESP Day!
Happy ESP Day from FEA!
We extend our gratitude to every ESP who shows commitment, care, and leadership in service of our students and school communities. Your work is essential and deeply valued. Thank you for all you do.
We extend our gratitude to every ESP who shows commitment, care, and leadership in service of our students and school communities. Your work is essential and deeply valued. Thank you for all you do.
November 19, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Happy ESP Day from FEA!
We extend our gratitude to every ESP who shows commitment, care, and leadership in service of our students and school communities. Your work is essential and deeply valued. Thank you for all you do.
We extend our gratitude to every ESP who shows commitment, care, and leadership in service of our students and school communities. Your work is essential and deeply valued. Thank you for all you do.
Hear from FEA President Sharon Manuel as she wishes a happy 250th Birthday to the United States Marine Corps! 🦅🌎⚓
The Marine Corps’ values of discipline, honor, and commitment shine through in our Marine-connected schools every day.
👉 Know someone in the Corps? Give them a shoutout below!
The Marine Corps’ values of discipline, honor, and commitment shine through in our Marine-connected schools every day.
👉 Know someone in the Corps? Give them a shoutout below!
November 10, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Hear from FEA President Sharon Manuel as she wishes a happy 250th Birthday to the United States Marine Corps! 🦅🌎⚓
The Marine Corps’ values of discipline, honor, and commitment shine through in our Marine-connected schools every day.
👉 Know someone in the Corps? Give them a shoutout below!
The Marine Corps’ values of discipline, honor, and commitment shine through in our Marine-connected schools every day.
👉 Know someone in the Corps? Give them a shoutout below!
FOR OVERSEAS MEMBERS ONLY:
DFAS has approved payments for entitlements
DFAS has approved payments for entitlements
November 4, 2025 at 10:12 PM
FOR OVERSEAS MEMBERS ONLY:
DFAS has approved payments for entitlements
DFAS has approved payments for entitlements
Today, on National Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor and celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples across the world.
October 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Today, on National Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we honor and celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples across the world.
Happy Birthday to the U.S. Navy!⚓️
Hear from FEA President Sharon Manuel as she celebrates the birthday of the U.S. Navy and honors the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of sailors and their families across the globe.
👉 Know someone in the Navy? Give them a shoutout in the comments!
Hear from FEA President Sharon Manuel as she celebrates the birthday of the U.S. Navy and honors the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of sailors and their families across the globe.
👉 Know someone in the Navy? Give them a shoutout in the comments!
October 13, 2025 at 4:01 AM
Happy Birthday to the U.S. Navy!⚓️
Hear from FEA President Sharon Manuel as she celebrates the birthday of the U.S. Navy and honors the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of sailors and their families across the globe.
👉 Know someone in the Navy? Give them a shoutout in the comments!
Hear from FEA President Sharon Manuel as she celebrates the birthday of the U.S. Navy and honors the courage, dedication, and sacrifice of sailors and their families across the globe.
👉 Know someone in the Navy? Give them a shoutout in the comments!
✈️Skip the Lines with Free TSA PreCheck ✈️
Good news for U.S. service members and qualifying DoD civilians — you can enjoy TSA PreCheck at no cost, with no application required. This benefit makes airport security faster and less stressful.
Scan the QR code to learn more!
Good news for U.S. service members and qualifying DoD civilians — you can enjoy TSA PreCheck at no cost, with no application required. This benefit makes airport security faster and less stressful.
Scan the QR code to learn more!
October 7, 2025 at 4:00 AM
✈️Skip the Lines with Free TSA PreCheck ✈️
Good news for U.S. service members and qualifying DoD civilians — you can enjoy TSA PreCheck at no cost, with no application required. This benefit makes airport security faster and less stressful.
Scan the QR code to learn more!
Good news for U.S. service members and qualifying DoD civilians — you can enjoy TSA PreCheck at no cost, with no application required. This benefit makes airport security faster and less stressful.
Scan the QR code to learn more!
🌍✨ Happy World Teacher’s Day! ✨🌍
FEA educators bring knowledge, care, and stability to military-connected students and their families. Your dedication ensures that around the world students receive the high-quality education they deserve.
Today, we celebrate your impact. Thank you! 💙📚✏️
FEA educators bring knowledge, care, and stability to military-connected students and their families. Your dedication ensures that around the world students receive the high-quality education they deserve.
Today, we celebrate your impact. Thank you! 💙📚✏️
October 5, 2025 at 4:00 AM
🌍✨ Happy World Teacher’s Day! ✨🌍
FEA educators bring knowledge, care, and stability to military-connected students and their families. Your dedication ensures that around the world students receive the high-quality education they deserve.
Today, we celebrate your impact. Thank you! 💙📚✏️
FEA educators bring knowledge, care, and stability to military-connected students and their families. Your dedication ensures that around the world students receive the high-quality education they deserve.
Today, we celebrate your impact. Thank you! 💙📚✏️