Candidate statements - fea convention

Sasha Ruiz

Speech Language Pathologist, Oviedo HS

OFF SITE DIRECTOR

Judy Ngying

Teacher, Lake Howell HS

How to Vote: Your ballot for the 2023 SEA elections will be physical. We will be mailing it to the address we have on file for you no later than March 13th. Once you receive your ballot, you should:

  1. Fill it out
  2. Seal it in the Secret Envelope
  3. Put your Secret Envelope in the enclosed self-addressed stamped envelope
  4. Put the self-addressed stamped envelope in the mail

The return deadline for you ballot is April 5th. Contact us with any questions by calling 407-388-1131 or emailing us at seminole.uniserv@floridaea.org

 I have represented SEA at NEA and FEA for several years. My experience has allowed me to submit new business items, speak on the floor, and mentor new attendees on the process of achieving action in these forums. I look forward to your supportive vote so that I can be able to continue to represent our members. 


I have attended NEA as a visitor and as a delegate over the last couple of years. The process has changed dramatically since 2020. It is more difficult to have our voice heard, both literally and figuratively, especially at NEA. I look forward to having your vote to continue to help our voice be heard. 


I am asking for your vote for the office of President of SEA. My experience and commitment these last 9 years have proven my dedication. I understand the needs of our union, our fiduciary responsibilities, membership recruitment, bargaining, representation, and lobbying for teachers at the state level. Our members deserve only the best from our district, and I will never tire in my fight to get it!

MIDDLE SCHOOL DIRECTOR

Joseph Dalesandro

Teacher, Red Bug ES

Candidate Statements - high School director

Sasha Ruiz

Speech Language Pathologist, Oviedo HS

SECRETARY

 I have represented SEA at NEA and FEA for several years. My experience has allowed me to submit new business items, speak on the floor, and mentor new attendees on the process of achieving action in these forums. I look forward to your supportive vote so that I can be able to continue to represent our members. 


William Dishman

Teacher, Hagerty HS

Kevin Bowersox

Teacher, Endeavor


Stacy Yankelevitz
Teacher, Wicklow ES

Priscilla De Armas
Teacher, Red Bug ES

Teresa Lytle
Teacher, Hamilton ES

Jennifer Dishman

Teacher, Sterling Park ES

Ashly Pittman

Teacher, Red Bug ES

Candidate Statements - President

Dr. Wilfredo Nieves

School Social Worker, ESC

Jennifer Dishman

Teacher, Sterling Park ES

William Dishman

Teacher, Hagerty HS

Ashly Pittman

Teacher, Red Bug ES

positions won by acclimation

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DIRECTOR

Matt Tomaszewski

Teacher Exceptional Child, Endeavor


John Riegelmayer
Teacher, Indian Trails MS

Sasha Ruiz

Speech Language Pathologist, Oviedo HS

Judy Ngying

Teacher, Lake Howell HS

Ashly Pittman

Teacher, Red Bug ES

Candidate statements - nea convention (local)

Ashly Pittman

Teacher, Red Bug ES

I have attended NEA as a visitor and as a delegate over the last couple of years. The process has changed dramatically since 2020. It is more difficult to have our voice heard, both literally and figuratively, especially at NEA. I look forward to having your vote to continue to help our voice be heard. 


William Dishman

Teacher, Hagerty HS

VICE PRESIDENT

Thomas Bugos

Teacher, Rock Lake MS

As a high school speech language pathologist, I understand the importance of effective communication and collaboration. As your high school director of the teachers union, I will work tirelessly to advocate for the needs and rights of our educators. I am committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all members and ensuring that our voices are heard. With your vote, I promise to be a dedicated leader who prioritizes the well-being and success of our teachers and students. Vote Sasha Ruiz for High School

Candidate statements - nea convention (state)


 I have represented SEA at NEA and FEA for several years. My experience has allowed me to submit new business items, speak on the floor, and mentor new attendees on the process of achieving action in these forums. I look forward to your supportive vote so that I can be able to continue to represent our members. 


For the past 14 years I have been actively working within the SEA and affiliates. In order to make an impact for OUR profession, OUR community, and OUR future, I am running for SEA President. I pledge to execute fiscal responsibility and hold the county accountable for teacher safety and compensation. I will be the voice of reason and solidarity for Seminole educators so we can continue to maintain OUR academic excellence for OUR students. 

Sasha Ruiz

Speech Language Pathologist, Oviedo HS

Judy Ngying

Teacher, Lake Howell HS

​​​​​2023 union Elections

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I have attended NEA as a visitor and as a delegate over the last couple of years. The process has changed dramatically since 2020. It is more difficult to have our voice heard, both literally and figuratively, especially at NEA. I look forward to having your vote to continue to help our voice be heard. 


Jennifer Dishman

Teacher, Sterling Park ES