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<br /> OhioSchools<br /> September 2007<br /> A PUBLICATION Of ThE OhIO EDUCATION ASSOCIATION<br /> Partners in success p14<br /> Teacher retention efforts garner<br /> national honor for two OEA locals<br /> 10 years later, Ohio public<br /> schools remain best choice p20<br /> 08-ST-100 8/07 Auto/Home OH 7” x 9.5” PDF (for September Issue)<br /> Discounted auto insurance for NEA members.<br /> Shaping young minds has its rewards.<br /> Experience proves that educators are among the most<br /> responsible drivers on the road today. You have better<br /> driving records and file fewer claims. We believe you<br /> deserve lower insurance rates because of it. If you're<br /> insured with a big-name company like State Farm,<br /> Allstate or GEICO you may be surprised to see how<br /> much you can save. 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