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<br /> OhioSchools<br /> August 2007<br /> A PUBLICATION Of The OhIO eDUCATION ASSOCIATION<br /> Member<br /> Resource<br /> Guide p27<br /> NBCTs present<br /> recommendations<br /> to close achievement<br /> gaps p23<br /> 07-ST-439 6/07 Dues-Tab OH 7” x 9.5” PDF (for August Issue)<br /> Register your beneficiary today.<br /> All eligible NEA members are entitled to exclusive, free life insurance from<br /> the NEA Members Insurance Trust. 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