RIGHT TO REPRESENTATION
RIGHT TO REPRESENTATION

Know Your Rights: You Don't Have to Face It Alone

As a TEA member, you have the right to union representation during any meeting that you reasonably believe could result in disciplinary action. Whether it's a reprimand, improvement plan, suspension, or termination, you have the right to request a TEA representative before the meeting begins. This important protection, known as Weingarten Rights, has been upheld by Tennessee courts and helps ensure that educators have a voice and an advocate throughout the process. If you're ever asked to attend an investigatory meeting, stop, ask if the meeting could lead to discipline, and request your TEA representative. Knowing your rights is the first step in protecting your career.

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Metropolitan Nashville Education Association
PECCA (PROFESSIONAL EDUCATORS COLLABORATION CONFERENCING ACT)
PECCA (PROFESSIONAL EDUCATORS COLLABORATION CONFERENCING ACT)

Every MNPS educator is encouraged to sign the petition in support of securing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for the 2027–2030 school years. This is the first step in the process, and more than 800 signatures are needed to demonstrate the strong support of MNPS educators.

After you sign, please share the petition with your colleagues and encourage them to sign as well. Every signature strengthens the collective voice of MNPS educators and demonstrates a commitment to working together for the benefit of educators and students.

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Class Coverage and Planning Time Procedures When Substitutes Are Unavailable
Class Coverage and Planning Time Procedures When Substitutes Are Unavailable

When a substitute is unavailable, teaching teams must create a class coverage plan within the first 20 instructional days and share it with administrators. If class sizes approach state limits, administrators must seek Support Hub assistance. Coverage during a teacher’s 2.5 hours of weekly self-selected planning time must be voluntary, except in urgent or emergency situations. If staffing changes occur, the plan must be revised within 20 days to reflect the new team structure.

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