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Canfield Education Association Mission Statement

We believe great public schools are built by valuing the people who make them possible.

The Canfield Education Association is dedicated to championing educators, advocating for students, and strengthening public education in our community. We stand together to ensure that every student has access to an excellent, equitable, and inspiring education—and that every educator has the respect, support, resources, and voice needed to make that education possible.

We are more than a union. We are educators united by a shared commitment to our students, our profession, and our community.

We will:

  • Stand up for educators by protecting their professional voice, dignity, rights, and working conditions.
  • Put students first by advocating for safe, supportive, and well-resourced schools where every student can thrive.
  • Strengthen public education by defending its value as a cornerstone of a strong community and a healthy democracy.
  • Build solidarity by supporting one another, celebrating our collective accomplishments, and ensuring that every member has a voice.
  • Partner with our community because strong schools and strong communities depend upon one another.
  • Lead with courage and integrity—speaking up when necessary, listening when challenged, and remaining committed to what is best for students and educators.

When educators have a voice, students have advocates. When educators are respected, schools are stronger. And when we stand together, our entire community moves forward.

United in purpose. United in voice. United for Canfield students.

Executive Committee & District Leadership

Dean Conley

President, DLC

Michelle Napolitano

Vice-President, DLC

John DiRenzo

Treasurer, DLC

Pete Graff

Secretary

Tom Slavin

Political Action, DLC

Michael Fay

DLC

Melissa Urmson

DLC

Building Representatives

Michael Fay

Building Rep (CH Campbell)

Kim Benson

Building Rep (CH Campbell)

Jenny Beil

Building Rep (Hilltop)

Melissa Urmson

Building Rep (Hilltop)

Michael Richards

Building Rep (CVMS)

Michael Merritt

Building Rep (CVMS)

Emily Sipe

Building Rep (CVMS)

Tara Kalina

Building Rep (CHS)

Pat Pavlansky

Building Rep (CHS)

Pandora Fecko

Building Rep (CHS)

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