ISTA
From ista-in.org:
Membership entitles you to participate in ISTA conferences, UniServ and legal assistance, personal consultation on issues such as employment, retirement, certification, etc., receive mailings and communications from both the NEA and ISTA, $1 million liability policy, NEA/ISTA Member Benefits, Dues Tab Insurance, Member Protection Policy, Child Abuse Allegation Assistance, and much, much, more.
Member Protection:
ISTA’s legal assistance program assists members with employment-related situations. Staff is available locally to answer members’ questions and address their concerns. A member needing legal assistance should first call his/her UniServ Director. Members also may call ISTA Headquarters in Indianapolis at 317-263-3400 or 800-382-4037.
Legal (FAQ)
How do I use the Attorney Referral Program?
Contact the office of your UniServ Director and tell them you would like to use your half-hour of free legal consultation afforded to you under the Attorney Referral Program. They will give you the telephone name and number of the attorney in your area that you may call for legal advice.
Will I have to meet personally with an attorney to receive my half-hour of legal advice?
No. The legal advice given under the Attorney Referral Program is usually handled entirely over the telephone. It would be helpful to have your questions written out before you get in contact with the attorney.
Does my half-hour per semester of time accumulate?
No. The two half-hours that you receive per year should be used for two different matters.
What kind of legal questions can I have answered through the program?
Legal matters addressed under the Attorney Referral Program should be on credit problems, domestic matters such as divorce or child custody, traffic violations or wills and estates. They should not be questions regarding your employment or employment-related matters.
What is the discount amount charged by attorneys in the program?
If you decide to retain the attorney for additional help, the attorneys in the program will offer reduced rates of 30%. Participating attorneys must agree to discuss fees before they render services.
Scholarships:
Career, Damon P. Moore (minority HS student who will pursue degree in education), Educator, IFIE ISTA (for children & grandchildren of ISTA members), Louis B Russell (minority HS student who will study industrial arts, vocational education or technical preparation at an accredited post-secondary institution), Justine M. Harrell Memorial (individuals who desire to become teachers, renewable $1000 scholarship to a school in Indiana)
Grants:
Opportunity and Professional Development Disbursement Grants
ISTA mobile app for your smart device (electronic membership card, ISTA staff directory, Resources (Evaluation, NEA academy, Professional Learning, Great Lakes Center, Common Core Standards), Legislative (center, contact your legislator, bills), Benefits, QR code scanner
ISTA Benefits/Discounts:
ISTA Member Shop Direct
Bose
PerksCard network (discounts at local businesses by region)
Kings Island
Great Wolf Lodge
Indianapolis Zoo
SeaWorld
Auto purchase program
Eco Ink Benefits
CPR-Heimlich Maneuver AED Certification discount
AT & T
Chernoff Cosmetic Surgeons
YourOpticalShop.com
From ista-in.org:
Membership entitles you to participate in ISTA conferences, UniServ and legal assistance, personal consultation on issues such as employment, retirement, certification, etc., receive mailings and communications from both the NEA and ISTA, $1 million liability policy, NEA/ISTA Member Benefits, Dues Tab Insurance, Member Protection Policy, Child Abuse Allegation Assistance, and much, much, more.
Member Protection:
ISTA’s legal assistance program assists members with employment-related situations. Staff is available locally to answer members’ questions and address their concerns. A member needing legal assistance should first call his/her UniServ Director. Members also may call ISTA Headquarters in Indianapolis at 317-263-3400 or 800-382-4037.
Legal (FAQ)
How do I use the Attorney Referral Program?
Contact the office of your UniServ Director and tell them you would like to use your half-hour of free legal consultation afforded to you under the Attorney Referral Program. They will give you the telephone name and number of the attorney in your area that you may call for legal advice.
Will I have to meet personally with an attorney to receive my half-hour of legal advice?
No. The legal advice given under the Attorney Referral Program is usually handled entirely over the telephone. It would be helpful to have your questions written out before you get in contact with the attorney.
Does my half-hour per semester of time accumulate?
No. The two half-hours that you receive per year should be used for two different matters.
What kind of legal questions can I have answered through the program?
Legal matters addressed under the Attorney Referral Program should be on credit problems, domestic matters such as divorce or child custody, traffic violations or wills and estates. They should not be questions regarding your employment or employment-related matters.
What is the discount amount charged by attorneys in the program?
If you decide to retain the attorney for additional help, the attorneys in the program will offer reduced rates of 30%. Participating attorneys must agree to discuss fees before they render services.
Scholarships:
Career, Damon P. Moore (minority HS student who will pursue degree in education), Educator, IFIE ISTA (for children & grandchildren of ISTA members), Louis B Russell (minority HS student who will study industrial arts, vocational education or technical preparation at an accredited post-secondary institution), Justine M. Harrell Memorial (individuals who desire to become teachers, renewable $1000 scholarship to a school in Indiana)
Grants:
Opportunity and Professional Development Disbursement Grants
ISTA mobile app for your smart device (electronic membership card, ISTA staff directory, Resources (Evaluation, NEA academy, Professional Learning, Great Lakes Center, Common Core Standards), Legislative (center, contact your legislator, bills), Benefits, QR code scanner
ISTA Benefits/Discounts:
ISTA Member Shop Direct
Bose
PerksCard network (discounts at local businesses by region)
Kings Island
Great Wolf Lodge
Indianapolis Zoo
SeaWorld
Auto purchase program
Eco Ink Benefits
CPR-Heimlich Maneuver AED Certification discount
AT & T
Chernoff Cosmetic Surgeons
YourOpticalShop.com
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