Kalamazoo Education Association

welcome to the

Kalamazoo Education
Association

The KEA is comprised of over 800 teachers, school counselors, librarians, social workers, psychologists, and other school professionals in the Kalamazoo Public School District. 


We give our members a strong voice to advocate for our students’ right to a quality public education, and input into administrative decisions that directly affect our students and our profession. 

Together, We Are Better.

Executive Board Members

President & MEA/NEA Seat A

Heather Reid

Vice President & MEA/NEA Seat B

Betina DuBois

Treasurer

Corey O’Bryan

Secretary

Sygnett Swann

Parliamentarian & MEA/NEA SEAT C

Christine Payne

PAC Director

TBD

PAC Director, MEA/NEA SEAT D

Elizabeth McDermott

Employee Relations Directors

Angela Krzebietke

PD Chair

TBD

Early Elementary At-Large Representative

Dawn Hosler

Upper Elementary At-Large Representative

Danielle Buehrle

Middle School At-Large Representative

Laura Ruelas

High School At-Large Representative

Tisha Pankop

MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Our Members are among the most talented and passionate individuals in Kalamazoo! 

KEA has opportunities for you to become involved in everything from community organizing, social event planning, and committee service, to grievance processing, building representation, and political action.

Interested in being an active member? Contact our office today!

Join MEA

Become part of the Michigan Education Association and our movement to improve public education and advocating for better salaries, resources and respect for school employees.

Current Contract

Agreement between Kalamazoo Public Schools and The Kalamazoo Education Association for 2024-2025.

Behavior Specialist Contract

View the professional outline and contract for the Behavior Specialist position.

School Calendar

Stay informed about upcoming events, meetings, and important dates within the Kalamazoo District.