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Our Association As the back-to-school season kicked off, local leaders and WEA field staff wasted no time in organizing—sharing the work and mission of the Association at new hire events and educator orientations across the state. Cheyenne Teachers Education Association (CTEA) President Amy Simpson coordinated a large CTEA/WEA presence at a new hire event in her district. "Organizing is essential to gr owing and engaging our membership," Simpson told WEA News. "It allows us to build relationships and share our enthusiasm for the work of the Association." As educators face the ever-evolving hardships of COVID-19 and an uncertain political climate, it's more important than ever that our Association is at its strongest. "It is particularly important now so that we get members engaging in the issues t hey care about and to expand our resources, our voice, and our strength," said Simpson. "A strong Association increases our voice in the community as well as respect for our profession. The more members we have, the bigger our voice in the community, which can equate to better negotiated agreements, and better relationships with Superintendents, School Boards, and community members." 5. Central Region President Rebecca Murray (left) shares benefits of membership with potential members at a Natrona County new hire event. 6. Southeast Region UniServ Director Greg Herold shares Association information with transportation employees in Cheyenne. 7. Potential members learn about the Carbon One Educators Association. 8. New members sign up at a barbecue for education employees in Rock Spr ings. 9. West Bighorn Education Association President Ashley Tribby helps new members sign WEA membership forms.