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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The NEA Foundation, a public charity founded by educators for educators, names Blue Springs NEA president, Ashleigh Bertrand, a high school teacher at Blue Springs South High School...
As a member of the Missouri NEA, education support professionals receive a free copy of The Paraprofessional Connection newsletter. Much of the content is useful and appropriate for all education...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA legislative director Trustees present Jason Steliga, Chair Beth Knes, Vice-Chair Allie Gassman Katie Webb Dr. D. Eric Park SYSTEM OPERATIONS The Board meeting started at 9:00 a.m...
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education announced the finalists for the 2024 Missouri Teacher of the Year award on Aug. 31. Missouri NEA is proud to represent three of the seven...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director NEW LAWS TAKE EFFECT TODAY The normal effective date for bills without an emergency clause is August 28th (90 days following the official end of session on May...
MNEA Top Takeaways August 2023 State Board of Education MNEA Members Make a Difference The state board approved an amendment to the administrative rule for Mental Health Awareness Training ( 5 CSR 20...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA legislative director Trustees present Jason Steliga, Chair Beth Knes, Vice-Chair Allie Gassman Katie Webb Trustees absent Dr. D. Eric Park SYSTEM OPERATIONS SYMPOSIUM The Board met...
The Missouri National Education Association (MNEA) is deeply disappointed by the recent decision of the state of Missouri to decline millions in federal food aid for low-income children. "Our mission as educators extends beyond the classroom. We are committed to our students' overall well-being, including their nutritional needs. This decision to turn down federal aid that directly benefits Missouri children is a step in the wrong direction."
Story and Photos by Kim Elder, St. Charles NEA In 2022, Missouri adopted the Read, Lead, Exceed reading initiative, dedicating millions in federal relief funds to support student literacy. Rooted in...
Jason Steliga, who has served on the Board of Trustees of the Public School Retirement System of Missouri/Public Education Employee Retirement System of Missouri (PSRS/PEERS) since October 2015, was...
By Samantha Hayes, MNEA teaching and learning director The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards announced in December that 20 Missouri educators achieved National Board Certification...
By Daniel Bryar, MNEA General Counsel Despite the passage of multiple legalization measures, possessing marijuana or being under the influence of marijuana in connection to your employment can still...
By Debra Beckman, DB Consulting LLC MISSOURI NEA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR DEEANN AULL RETIRES AFTER 47 YEARS OF STANDING UP FOR CHILDREN AND PUBLIC EDUCATION. After 47 years of advocating for children and...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA legislative director Trustees present Jason Steliga, Chair Beth Knes, Vice-Chair Dr. Kyle Collins Allie Gassman Dr. D. Eric Park Katie Webb The Board met on April 16 to review the...
Congratulations! Thank you for serving public education. See a list of Missouri NEA members retiring in 2023 below. You may be retiring from your career in education, but we know that many of you are...
Agenda, Minutes, and Recordings from May 16, 2023, of the Missouri State Board of Education Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Monthly State Board Report also available in...
President Phil Murray welcomed delegates and leaders to the MNEA Spring Representative Assembly on Sat., April 22, at the Lodge of the Four Seasons. Delegates from across the state gathered to...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA legislative director Want the Legislative Update delivered to your email? Subscribe FEW EDUCATION BILLS PASS AS REGULAR SESSION ENDS The 2023 Regular Session of the General...
Help us raise teacher pay to $60,000. It is Teacher Appreciation Week! This is the time when we recognize all the hard work, resilience, and dedication our teachers show all year long. But one week is...
Long-time corporate supporter, Horace Mann, invites you to reflect on your retirement goals and determine if you’re on target to reach those goals. Horace Mann, your retirement income planning partner...
Missouri Advisory Council of Certification for Educators Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education MNEA representatives on MACCE: Paul Aubrey (North Kansas City NEA), Lisa Baldwin...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA legislative director CAPITOL ACTION DAYS MNEA's Capitol Action Days are part of the Association's plan to promote positive policy for public education. Capitol Action Days...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA legislative director SENATE PASSES BUDGET The Senate gave final approval to the Senate versions of state operating budget bills during an extended floor session that began on April...
Agenda, Minutes, and Recordings from April 13-14, 2023 of the Missouri State Board of Education Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. Monthly State Board Report is also available...
How much do you think beginning teachers are paid in Missouri? Would you guess $34K? On April 24, 2023, the National Education Association released findings from four national reports on educator pay...
Your response will influence future policy and recommendations made by the Blue Ribbon Commission. The Missouri State Board of Education commissioned the Blue Ribbon Commission in the summer of 2022...
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...
Caring Help for Education Endeavors by Retirees was formed by MNEA-Retired to be a public benefit by enhancing the learning conditions of Missouri's students. The CHEER grant program provides an...
Missouri NEA is fortunate to be able to offer several scholarships to students pursuing college degrees and careers in education. These scholarships are made possible by the generosity of members and...
By Otto Fajen 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 regularly on Wednesdays...
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...
Missouri School Board Elections were Tues., April 4, 2023. Missouri NEA local associations abide by a recommendation process that evaluates candidates based on their values, not party affiliation...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA legislative director BUDGET The House approved the state operating budget bills on March 30. The HCS versions of HBs 1-13 (Cody Smith) made several significant cuts from the...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA legislative director LOCAL CONTROL OF SCHOOLS The Senate debated the Senate Substitute version of SCS/SB 85 (Carter) on March 22, but did not bring the bill to a vote. The bill...
Notes from the March 7, 2023 meeting of the Missouri State Board of Education Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Agenda, Minutes, and Recordings from March 7, 2023 of the...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA legislative director Trustees present Jason Steliga, Chair Dr. Kyle Collins Allie Gassman Beth Knes, Vice-Chair Dr. D. Eric Park Katie Webb Trustees absent Sharon Kissinger SYSTEM...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA legislative director LEGISLATURE LEAVES FOR SPRING BREAK The legislature will be on spring break next week and return to session on March 20. This spring break represents an...
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...
The Missouri NEA Human Rights Committee sponsors the annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Essay-Poster Contest for K-12 public school students. "Fulfilling Dr. King's Dream: Reading to Lead and Transform...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA Legislative Director ASSESSMENT AND ACCREDITATION The House Elementary and Secondary Education Committee heard two quite different bills relating to assessment and accreditation on...
The Gilbert Balderrama Minority Scholarship was created in memory of one of Missouri NEA's own. For more than 20 years, Gilbert Balderrama served MNEA and its members as a UniServ director. Gilbert...
Notes from the February 7, 2023 meeting of the Missouri State Board of Education Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Agenda, Minutes, and Recordings from February 7, 2023. New...
Missouri Advisory Council of Certification for Educators Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education MNEA representatives on MACCE are Paul Aubrey (North Kansas City NEA), Lisa Baldwin...
SUPER BOWL PARADE LIMITS SESSION WEEK Both chambers had limited floor activity on February 15, while many members attend Super Bowl celebrations in Kansas City on that date. The Senate adjourned for...
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...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA Legislative Director LOCAL CONTROL OF SCHOOLS The Senate-Education and Workforce Development Committee heard SB 85 (Carter) on January 31. The bill would designate local control...
By Otto Fajen, MNEA Legislative Director HONESTY IN EDUCATION/PARENT INFORMATION ACCESS The Senate Committee on Education and Workforce voted on a party-line vote to approve a Senate Committee...
Missouri National Education Association President Phil Murray spoke with CNN today regarding a bill that is being introduced in the state legislature that would affect teaching history to Missouri...