On January 8, the 90-day, 2025 Nebraska Legislative session began. That’s where Nebraska state Education Association (NSEA) President, Tim Royers, and thousands of educators will make a case for improvements in their field; such as increased family medical leave, stipends for student teachers, and higher compensation at all levels of education. These improvements would ultimately help retain teachers in our state, according to Royers.
A major factor in retaining teachers is by recognizing their loyalty and tenure. When asked about the PK-12 Teacher Retention Program, Royers explained it would become an automatic, lump-sum payment annually with minimal stress to teachers.
And Royers believes this would be especially vital to western Nebraska and other rural communities.
At the conclusion of his interview with Chadrad Communications, Tim Royers closed with advice and encouragement to parents and citizens who want to help push these challenges through the legislature.
Royers was elected as president of the NSEA in April of 2024 and will serve for three years. Prior to that, he taught history, geography, and civics at his alma mater, Millard West High School while serving for 14 years on Millard Education Association’s Board of Directors.
For more information on the NSEA and their history as Nebraska’s largest and oldest professional association, visit nsea.org.
The full interview can be heard below: