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MNEA LOCAL ASSOCIATIONS RECOMMEND CANDIDATES FOR SCHOOL BOARD Missouri School Board Elections are Tues., April 8, 2025. To report candidates recommended by your local association, please send the name...
Missouri NEA Weekly Legislative Update Week 11, March 28, 2025 By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director LEGISLATURE RETURNS FROM SPRING BREAK Both the House and Senate reconvened on March 24 after a...
Want to be part of the strongest education union in America? NEA, Missouri NEA, and your local union offer protection for you and protection for our public schools. Help us stand strong for our...
MNEA Connects: 5-Part Series Missouri NEA is pleased to bring our members a 5-part series on prosocial classrooms and student behavior. Episode I: Introduction to Prosocial Education Episode II...
Missouri National Education President Phil Murray on President Trump's Executive Order Eliminating the Department of Education [Jefferson City, MO]—The dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education...
Horace Mann is celebrating 80 years, but the gifts are for you! Long-time corporate supporter, Horace Mann, is celebrating 80 years this year – and we want to celebrate with you! From now until April...
Are you a fan of fun? Did you know that as a member of Missouri NEA, you get a discount on tickets to Branson attractions such as Silver Dollar City and Showboat Branson Belle? Branson is one of the...
LEGISLATURE LEAVES FOR SPRING BREAK Both the House and Senate have adjourned for a week of spring break and will reconvene in full session on March 24. Both chambers are scheduled to meet once during...
March 2025 Agenda A Resolution to Honor Dallas DeWeese as Missouri’s 2025 Milken Educator MNEA Member, Dallas DeWeese of Hollister Middle School (Hollister NEA) was recognized and honored at the State...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director CAPITOL ACTION DAYS Capitol Action Days are part of the Association's plan to promote positive policy for public education. MNEA's Capitol Action Days occur...
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By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director ACCREDITATION AND ASSESSMENT REFORMS The Senate Education Committee heard SB 360 (Jill Carter) on February 25. The bill would support local control and reduce...
Each month NEA features three books as part of the NEA Read Across America book series that explore topics related to diversity and inclusion. Help us celebrate. Share what you're reading this month...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director CAPITOL ACTION DAYS Due to inclement weather, Missouri NEA canceled the Capitol Action Day for Wednesday, February 19th. The Association is sorry for any...
Approval of the Updated K-12 Missouri School Counseling Learning Standards The Office of College and Career Readiness presented the updated K-12 Missouri School Counseling Learning Standards based on...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director WINTER STORM AFFECTS SESSION The House rearranged committee schedules to complete most hearings on February 11 and perfected four House bills on that day. The...
By Otto Fajen Trustees present Beth Knes, Chair Chuck Bryant, Vice Chair Allie Gassman Dr. Nate Moore Dr. D. Eric Park Amanda Perschall Katie Webb SYSTEM OPERATIONS The Board meeting started at 9:00 a...
MNEA has partnered with Avila University and VESi to offer members a yearly subscription to online graduate courses for $250 per year. You can enroll in one course per term or two courses during the...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director CAPITOL ACTION DAYS BEGIN! Capitol Action Days are part of the Association's plan to promote positive policy for public education. MNEA's Capitol Action Days...
Presidential executive orders threaten to take away funds from our public schools and funnel tax-payer money to elite private schools able to discriminate against kids based on disability or their...
MNEA is accepting nominations for the positions of NEA Director, MNEA Board of Directors, MNEA PAC Executive Council, and MNEA Review Board. Please scroll down to find more information about...
Missouri NEA Weekly Legislative Update Week 4, January 31, 2025 By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director CAPITOL ACTION DAYS BEGIN! Capitol Action Days are part of the Association's plan to promote...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director LEGISLATURE CONVENES AFTER MLK HOLIDAY The legislature convened on January 21. Several Senate and House committees met this week, though meeting times were...
The NEA Legislative Committee invites NEA members to attend the committee’s 2025 listening sessions as the 119th Congress begins! As a member of the Missouri NEA, you also have a team of members and...
The 2025 Missouri legislative session began Jan. 8. Are you ready for the action? Sign up to attend Capitol Action Days Capitol Action Days are part of MNEA’s comprehensive Government Relations plan...
Presentation on Teacher Workforce Data, the Missouri Teacher Recruitment and Retention Playbook, and the Missouri Educator Job Board Dr. Paul Katnik, Assistant Commissioner in the Office of Educator...
The 2025 Missouri legislative session opened on January 8, bringing lawmakers, advocates, and education leaders to Jefferson City. With education and tax reform dominating the agenda, Missouri...
This summer, thousands of educators from across the nation will gather in Portland, Oregon, for the National Education Association (NEA) Representative Assembly (RA), scheduled for July 2–6, 2025. The...
The Missouri legislature holds a special distinction: It is home to more current and former members of the Missouri National Education Association (MNEA) and National Education Association (NEA) than...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director LEGISLATURE TO OBSERVE MLK HOLIDAY The legislature concluded the session for the week on January 16. Both chambers will observe the Martin Luther King Holiday...
On January 5, 2025, educators and public employees across Missouri and the nation celebrated a monumental victory as President Joe Biden signed the bipartisan Social Security Fairness Act (SSFA) into...
Missouri NEA members have achieved a remarkable milestone: They collected 2,987 signatures statewide to nominate Amanda Perschall for the Public School and Education Employee Retirement Systems of...
SESSION BEGINS The 2025 legislative session began at noon on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. Newly elected members were sworn in, and key leadership elections were held during the session. The Senate...
Don't maneuver student loan debt alone. NEA Student Debt Navigator points you in the right direction
Are you facing a mound of student loan debt? Leverage your MNEA Member Benefits by using the NEA Student Debt Navigator. It really works! The first year is offered free of charge. This easy-to-use...
It’s a new year and a good time to get your financial house in order! The start of a new year is a great time to take charge of your financial future! As a valued educator, you’re shaping the minds of...
The legislation will directly benefit 45,154 Missourians, including current and retired educators JEFFERSON CITY, MO — The Missouri National Education Association applauds Congress' historic vote to...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA legislative director Trustees present: Beth Knes, Chair Chuck Bryant, Vice Chair Allie Gassman Dr. Nate Moore Dr. D. Eric Park Katie Webb BUDGET AND AUDIT COMMITTEE MEETING Annual...
1) Report on the Missouri School Improvement Program (MSIP) 6 Annual Performance Report (APR) Release DESE delivered a report on the recent MSIP APR release for the State Board as a discussion item...
Public School K-12 Student Essay and Visual Art Contest The Missouri NEA Human Rights Committee is sponsoring the 2025 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Art and Essay Contest for K-12 public school students...
Encourage your high school students and Aspiring Educators to apply for these scholarships. Through the generosity of Missouri NEA's past leaders and the Educators Rising Program, MNEA is able to...
In the spirit of the giving season, consider contributing to one or both of the charitable funds below. Contributions to the MNEA Charitable Fund and CHEER Fund are tax deductible. Rest assured...
NEA Representative Assembly 2025 July 2-6, 2025 Portland Missouri’s delegate allocation will be made based on membership as of January 2025. Last year, Missouri was allowed to elect 23 state delegates...
Save up to 15% off tickets for Silver Dollar City and Showboat Branson Belle. Experience the magic of the holiday season in Branson! Revel in the lights, savor the festive food, enjoy captivating...
The legislation, if enacted, will help guarantee a secure retirement for thousands of Missouri educators. JEFFERSON CITY, MO — The Missouri National Education Association applauds the U.S. House's...
What is American Education Week? American Education Week—Nov. 18-22, 2024—celebrates public education and recognizes that educators, families, support professionals, school boards, administrators, and...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA Legislative Director Trustees present: Beth Knes (Chair), Chuck Bryant (Vice Chair), Allie Gassman, Dr. Nate Moore, Dr. D. Eric Park, Katie Webb SYSTEM OPERATIONS The Board...
Consideration of Adopting a Resolution to Honor Jennifer Jones, Missouri Teacher of the Year Jennifer Jones, an English teacher at West High School in the Lee’s Summit School District, was officially...
In Part 3, Political Director Liz Zerr and MNEA Communications Director Mark Jones give an overview of the general election races and ballot issues. They also discuss what action steps you and friends...
Are you a National Board Candidate who needs a boost to get started or just a little advice on submitting your components? Sign up for the no-cost MNEA NBC Boost Days. Dates (Virtual) Sat., Nov. 9...
Addressing bullying in schools is undoubtedly NOT a one-size-fits-all approach. Teachers and education support professionals want students to feel safe from physical threats, emotional harm...