Did You Know? Tenure, Certification, Crimes and Medical Insurance

Did you know that if you are a tenured teacher and you let your certificate expire,you are NOT protected under the Tenure Act? Once you re-validate your certificate you are again covered.

Did you know you MUST report within 3 calender days to your district superintendent and the state superintendent if you have been charged with a crime? Failure to do so can result in dismissal.

Did you know that if you are laid off you are still provided with medical coverage for a period of time? The following chart will help you determine the length of benefit coverage:

Continuous Medical Coverage Benefit Period

• 1-3 years service equals 3 month benefit
• 4-6 years service equals 6 month benefit
• 7-9 years service equals 9 month benefit
• 10 plus years service equals 12 month benefit

For more information contact MESSA at:
MESSA
1475 Kendale Blvd., P.O. Box 2560
East Lansing, MI 48826-2560
800.292.4910
MESSA website: https://www.messa.org/MESSA/Public/messahome.aspx
Contact Messa: : https://www.messa.org/MESSA/Public/ContactUs/contactus.aspx

Contribution By Patti Lovelace, KEA Secretary