nd<\/sup>\nWSSRA Convention was held at the Yakima Convention Center June 3 -5,\n2019. It was an amazing opportunity to learn from those who have\ncreated exceptional programs in their local communities. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe\nconvention began on Monday afternoon with breakout sessions focusing\non community service, website development, communications\/social\nmedia, and programs designed to attract and maintain the memberships\nof plan 2 and 3 retirees. Attendees could choose two of the four\nsessions to attend. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
On\nTuesday, the convention began with the Delegate Assembly. This was\nthe time that members reviewed WSSRA operations and policies and made\nmajor governance changes. National Teacher of the Year Mandy\nManning, from Spokane, spoke to the audience about current K-12\ntopics and concerns. Mandy has traveled extensively since September\nsharing her message and her experiences with audiences from across\nthe nation. It was fascinating to hear what she learned. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wednesday\nmorning was dedicated to leadership training sessions featuring\npresentations from statewide committees like membership, health\nservices, and retirement planning. Also, next year\u2019s unit\npresidents, treasurers, and secretaries were given information on\nlocal leadership tips, fiscal monitoring, and event recording. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There\nwas a silent auction room and displays in various locations. A room\nwas assigned as a \u201chobby room\u201d where those attending the\nconvention could bring their hobbies to share. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Many\nopportunities to socialize with local unit teams and attendees from\nacross the state were provided. The food was great and the locals\nmade the experience entertaining and worthwhile. \n<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Member\u2019s comments:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\nFran Person<\/strong>: I have attended WSSRA annual conventions many times since 1993!\u00a0 I still enjoy them for the fellowship in the rides to the locations, for the roommates, for the workshops, for the meals, for the Memorial service remembering friends and colleagues, for the business of the convention, and the session on Wednesday. And, not least, for the reimbursement for the expenses from our local unit.<\/p>\n\n\n\nI\nattended the Health Leadership meeting on Wednesday. The main\nspeaker emphasized Fall-Risk emphasizing exercise, safety, and\nmedication factors. We also discussed many other health\nactivities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Linda Bannon<\/strong>:\u00a0\u00a0I attended the retirement seminar breakout session and received a retirement planning resource guide, which will be very helpful. \u00a0Other units do seminars quite different from ours, but all have been successful.
This year I was asked to help Despo review applications for scholarships, and we recommended two for consideration. Because of my involvement in this activity, the announcement of the scholarship winners had a special meaning for me. I was impressed that the two candidates that Despo and I had picked received a scholarship. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nI\nalways enjoy the road trip with fellow participants. By the end of\nthe convention, we had developed a special bond .<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n If you have never\nattended the convention, I would highly recommend it. Each year I\nmeet new people from other units. I believe the convention gives one\na total picture of why we belong to SWWSRA and a deeper appreciation\nfor what is done on our behalf. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
The\n2021 Convention will be held at the Great Wolfe Lodge in Grand Mound\n(Rochester). Come join the fun!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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