Rochester Education Association
2778 Commerce Drive NW
Rochester, MN 55901
(507)288-5409

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Vision Statement
Empowering REA members to teach with Dignity, Purpose, and Pride.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to be a strong, dynamic, professional association that supports its
members in leading the pursuit of educational excellence.
Core Values
Accountability, Collaboration, Integrity, Leadership, Openness, Respect for Individuals

Downloadable Forms

  • District Insurance Forms

Frequently Asked Q's

#1. How does Rochester's 'City of the First Class' status effect the school district?
- The City of the First Class status affects the school district in many ways.  The biggest difference is teachers new to the district who had continuing contracts in other districts in Minnesota need to serve a 3-year probationary period.Anyone leaving Rochester who has a continuing contract will serve only one year of 
probation in their new district as long as the district is not Minneapolis, St. Paul, or Duluth.

A 30-day notice must be given to a probationary teacher before the district removes them from their position.  Non-renewals must be given notification in writing and must be received before July 1 of each year.  Teachers on continuing contract (now referred to as tenure) must be provided due process to be terminated for cause.

Here is the link to read the specifics of the law.  If you need assistance, please contact the REA office.

New to Rochester Public Schools?  Check out the slideshow below to learn about REA. 

Check out this article about the Birthday Rule for health insurance. 

2022 Education Minnesota RC 

#2. Who do I contact to become a member of REA?
- Please contact either Dan Kuhlman, our REA President, or Dan Devine, our membership chair. You may click on their names above to send an email.

#3. How do I notify REA of a name or address change?
- Click on the "Name or Address Change" link on the left side of the screen under the Downloadable Forms heading

#4. Where can I find a copy of the REA contract?
- Click on the "Contract and Negotiations" drop down menu under the REA heading at the top of the page. You will also find the Negotiations minutes on that page as well.

Professional Development
PD/Relicensing Information and Links

Treasurer's Corner

REA Member Scholarships
These are available for the children of REA members who are within their first two years of pursuing a post-high school education.

Applications are due by the end of Spring Break - Fri, April 7th 

2023 form (Microsoft Word)
2023 form (PDF)

AFT Scholarships

Updated for 2023 
​AFT offers an $8000 Scholarship for dependents of members and $1000 grants to members themselves to pursue their own educational goals.

For more information and eligibility requirements, click HERE

AFL/CIO Scholarships

The AFL/CIO also offers a host of different scholarships, click HERE to take a look.
#5. How does joining the union benefit me as a member?
- Please look under the REA tab at the top to view the member benefits page, or click HERE.

#6. Where do my dues go?
- Click on the icon below for a PowerPoint of your dues payments and how they are used. Any specific questions may be directed to the REA Treasurer.


#7. Who are my Education Minnesota Representatives?
- President: Denise Specht
- VP: Monica Byron  
- Treasurer / Secretary: Rodney Rowe
- Field Staff: Curt Rock 
- District M Representative: Michelle Bacon