Author: Elena Helmer
As Artemis II heads to moon, a small town Michigan teacher is headed to NASA
From the Lansing State Journal: https://www.lansingstatejournal.com/story/news/local/education/2026/04/06/as-artemis-ii-heads-to-moon-a-small-town-michigan-teacher-is-headed-to-nasa/89401671007/ In a few months, Dee Smith will make her way from Ashley – a small village of about 500 people located north of Lansing, traveling some 1,300 miles south to NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Texas. Smith will be part of NASA’s LiftOff Summer institute, which provides teachers with […]
Heather Schulz – Candidate for NEA Director
Heather Schulz is a middle school science teacher in Lakeview Public Schools in St. Clair Shores, currently in her 29th year in the classroom. She has been an active union leader for the majority of her career, dedicating her time and voice to advancing the profession and supporting her colleagues. Heather currently serves as President […]
Aaron Eling – Candidate for MEA Secretary-Treasurer
Aaron Eling serves as MEA Secretary-Treasurer and is seeking re-election. In this role, he has worked to modernize financial systems, strengthen transparency, and expand support for local leaders across the state. Aaron represents MEA on the Michigan Climate Jobs Coalition and serves on the Statewide AI Steering Committee. He is a participant in the Advanced […]
Robert Callender – Candidate for MEA Vice President
Bob Callender has dedicated his career to strengthening public education, advancing union activism, and delivering meaningful results for his local membership. He has worked for Warren Consolidated Schools for twenty-six years and has served as President of the Warren Education Association for the past ten years. Bob holds a Master of Public Administration from the […]