Educators Rising Association
What is Educators Rising?
Educators Rising allows students in grades 7-12 to explore careers in education, which is an important step in preparing quality teachers for tomorrow’s schools. PDK International is the national sponsor of EdRising, Missouri NEA is the state sponsor, and Dr. Tami Enso is the state coordinator.
EdRising is officially recognized by the U.S. Department of Education as a career and technical student organization. Schools that offer a state-approved career and technical education program of study can receive funds through the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act of 2006. For more information on establishing education and training career cluster courses, you should contact Theresa Struemph, Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education at theresa.struemph@dese.mo.gov.
Questions? Contact Dr. Tami Ensor (tami.ensor@westminster-mo.edu) or Dr. Sarah Hairston (sarah.hairston@westminster-mo.edu)
Sign Up for Educators Rising
National membership dues: $15
State membership dues: $10
Deadline: Nov. 1, 2024.
The dues structure has changed this year. There will no longer be event fees, and the Fall Conference is free of charge. However, to participate in Educators Rising, you will need to pay both National and State membership dues. You will pay for both National and State dues at the same time on the PDK website. There are no additional fees for attending the State Competition in March. The State dues cover these costs.
Grant opportunities:
https://dese.mo.gov/college-career-readiness/career-education/perkins-act
Important Dates
September 12, 2024
4:00-5:00 pm
Tips on how to sign up for and start an Ed Rising Chapter in your school
You should receive information via email with a link from PDK International. For more information contact Peyton Yancey: at pyancey@pdkintl,org.
September 19, 2024
4:00-5:00 pm
PLC meeting for Team Leaders
Peyton from the National Ed Rising team will be joining us for this meeting. We will discuss information on upcoming events. This will be a great time to ask questions and offer suggestions.
October 3, 2024
12:00-2:00 pm
Fall Conference via Zoom: Chapters are encouraged to reserve a shared space like the cafeteria, computer lab, or library so that Ed Rising members can participate in the conference together.
November 1, 2024
National and State Registration Due
February 3-7, 2025
Educators Rising Week: This is similar to a "spirit" week. It's a time for your Chapter to organize events that celebrate and support education! There are lots of ideas located on your Teacher Resource page. We can share ideas and suggestions at our PLC meeting!
March 7, 2025
Educators Rising State Competition
Westminster College Fulton, MO
How can Educators Rising benefit your school district?
Educators Rising is a nationally affiliated Grow Your Own Educators program. Students in grades 7-12 can join to explore careers in education, and attend state and national conferences and competitions with the chance to earn scholarships for college.
