Red River United will be hosting a series of Meet-and-Greets in DeSoto Parish this month. We are beyond thrilled DeSoto is now under our umbrella, and we cannot wait to get to know and work with new members!
Join us at one of three meet-and-greets this March:
Wednesday, March 8th 4:30 – 5:30 P.M.Mansfield Library109 Crosby St. in Mansfield
Thursday, March 23rd4:30 – 5:30 P.M. Stonewall Library808 Hwy. 171 in Stonewall
Tuesday, March 28th4:30 – 5:30 P.M.Logansport Library203 Hwy. 5 in Logansport
CLICK HERE TO RSVP! https://forms.gle/RCaMupPcT1VECbY78
What is Red River United?
Red River United (RRU) is the largest organization in the state representing teachers and school personnel. We have over 3,000 members in Bossier, Caddo, and Red River andnow membership is open to DeSoto educators too.Unlike other organizations, RRU is made up of ONLY teachers and school support staff – principals and other administrators are not invited to join. That means you can be sure that RRU never has a conflict of interest when we’re representing you.Our organization is run by teachers and school personnel elected by the membership. Our officers and Executive Board are made up of active and retired educators from within the school district, elected by the membership. We know what you’re going through in the classroom because we are you. We are working right alongside you in classrooms across Northeast Louisiana.
Why Should You Join?
Turnover among RRU members is lower compared to teachers without union representation. In Caddo Parish for example, last year the district hired 340 new teachers. Of those new hires, 17% of non-union teachers have left the district. Of those who joined RRU, only 8% have left. RRU members are more likely to stick around because they have more support. Teaching isn’t an easy job, but it is easier when we come together to support each other and there’s power in numbers! When you’re a member of RRU you have an advocate in your corner. All members have $2 million dollars of professional liability insurance, access to representation and a lawyer for workplace issues as well as a team of professional staff who can answer your questions – all included in your membership. Members and staff work together to advocate for the changes we know are needed to help our colleagues and students thrive, whether it’s in your school, at the DeSoto School Board, or in the State Capitol.RRU members also have access to a wide array of member benefits. By coming together with our state and national partners, we are able to negotiate huge discounts for you and your family. Everything from scholarships for your kids or for your own continuing education to reliable roadside assistance to discounts on your AT&T bill and your next vacation. You can learn more about all your member discounts on our website: www.redriverunited.org.
Beyond the Classroom
RRU membership has a positive impact on our whole community. In the past few years alone, we have conducted community forums for public education such as “Let the Schoolhouse Speak.” We hosted multiple book-giveaway events, donated backpacks and school supplies to underserved students, and won funding to build a Sensory Room at Donnie Bickham Middle School for special needs students. When you become a member of RRU, you are not only helping yourself. You’re joining a community of dedicated educators who believe in the power of public education. Together we can do more for our students and their families
.Join the RRU Family!
If you are already a member of the DeSoto Federation of Teachers & School Employees, your membership automatically transferred to RRU. If you still need to join, you can sign up online today and pay nothing until September 1
.Click here to join or visit redriverunited.org/join-red-river-united/
Need More Information?
Join us at one of three meet-and-greets this March:
Wednesday, March 8th 4:30 – 5:30 P.M.Mansfield Library109 Crosby St. in Mansfield
Thursday, March 23rd4:30 – 5:30 P.M.Stonewall Library808 Hwy. 171 in Stonewall
Tuesday, March 28th4:30 – 5:30 P.M.Logansport Library203 Hwy. 5 in Logansport
CLICK HERE TO RSVP! https://forms.gle/RCaMupPcT1VECbY78