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ASSOCIATION GOVERNANCE 3 ADVOCATE | SPRING 2026 Beginning March 11, 2026, you can cast your ballot for Statewide, Regional, and Retired delegate candidates to the 2026 NEA Representative Assembly from any computer anywhere that has an internet connection. Voting will be open through 5 p.m. MST on April 10, 2026. To request a paper ballot in lieu of voting online or any other assistance, please contact the AEA Elections Committee Staff Liaison, Nicole Adams, at 602-407-2343. Cast Your Vote Online NEA Representative Assembly Statewide, Regional, and Retired Delegates During March and April, local associations will conduct their governance elections for the 2026 Delegate Assembly delegates; local delegates to the NEA-RA; and, local association officer positions. Please take time to vote! If you have not received notice of your elections and/or opportunity to vote by March 30, 2026, please contact the AEA Elections Committee at 602-407-2343. March and April 2026 Let your voice be heard! Vote at your local level. Here's how 1. Go to the AEA website at www.arizonaea.org. 2. Click on "For Members", then go to the page titled "Union Governance," where you will find the online voting link. https://eballot.app/arizonaea 3. Login to the safe and secure voting area • Your Username = your first initial + full last name (e.g.: Sarah Mason-Hewitt, Username =SMason-Hewitt) • Your Password = the last 4 digits of your social security number 4. Once logged in, you are eligible to vote on any ballot listed for you 5. Click on the ballot and follow the voting instructions 6. Make sure that you click the SUBMIT button to cast your vote 2026 NEA-RA Statewide, Retired, and Regional Candidate Statements Statewide Margaret Chaney In light of the existing political climate, it is essential for us to collaborate to guarantee that Arizona is effectively represented on the national stage. As your delegate, I promise to uphold my dedication to advocate for members and their needs while collaborating with our executive team. Estaban Flemons My name is Estaban Flemons, President of Phoenix Union CTA. I want to attend the NEA RA this year to ensure Arizona's strong standing within NEA and advocate for candidates from Arizona running for national roles this RA. ank you for your vote. Jason Freed As a leader in our Association I've served as local president, bargaining team member, PAC Committee member, AEA and NEA committee chair, Compliance Chair and as your NEA Director. I've worked hard for our Association and I'm again asking you to vote for Jason Freed as a Statewide Delegate. Emily Freed Each year that I have taught, you, my colleagues, have been kind enough to elect me to the AEA Delegate Assembly and the NEA Representative Assembly. e members in my building have also elected me as AR. Please help me continue working for our Association by voting for Emily Freed!