About Us - Mission/Vision/Values

Vision
KEA is the preeminent voice for quality public education.

Mission
We unite, organize and empower our members to advocate for themselves and to ensure a quality public education for every Kentucky student.

Values 
KEA is committed to:

• Professionalism  modeling expertise directed by sound judgment, empathy, and high standards
• Unity  laying the foundation for a strong association through shared vision
• Advocacy  using effective, meaningful communication and action to promote the interests of school employees and public education 
• Respect  consistently valuing individuals and their contributions
• Integrity  demonstrating sincerity, trustworthiness and reliability
• Collective Action  working together to achieve common goals

Operational Goals 

• Member Rights: a comprehensive program that includes skill development and representation to address individual member concerns
• Membership Development: a comprehensive strategy for membership growth and retention
• Strong Locals: a focus on engaging and empowering members through skill development and local issue organizing
• Strong Profession: a comprehensive strategy to influence policy and policy implementation at all levels to enhance the education profession and foster quality public education 

Support Systems 

• Communication: a comprehensive system that includes consistent message development, branding and two-way communication
• Resource Management: all resources (people, time and money) focused around clear and limited statewide priorities
• Technology: aggressive, widespread use of technology to get the work done