ARROWSIC — Democratic Senate candidate Eloise Vitelli of Arrowsic has received the endorsement of the Maine Education Association. The Maine Education Association represents 25,000 current and retired teachers and educational professionals throughout Maine and is dedicated to supporting legislation that supports and improves public education.
“Members of the Maine Education Association enthusiastically endorsed Eloise Vitelli for State Senate. MEA members are well aware the critical role legislators can play in supporting our local community schools,” said Lois Kilby-Chesley, MEA president. “Vitelli is committed to funding our schools properly so we can give every child opportunities to learn and realize their potential, regardless of zip code. Our schools face many challenges, and we need more legislators in Augusta that share her commitment and passion for schools, students and educators.”
Vitelli has a background in education as a former head start teacher and is a former state Senator, having served in the 126th Legislature representing Sagadahoc County and the town of Dresden in Lincoln County.
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