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The state tried to stop us. They failed. The court refused Jefferson City politicians' demand to dismiss our case, but did not grant our temporary restraining order. We're going to trial. Until our...
With the Missouri National Education Association, you are not alone. MNEA represents more than 45,000 educators, and we are backed by the largest education union in the nation -- the 3-million-member...
By Otto Fajen, Director of Legislative Policy SPECIAL SESSION CONCLUDES The second special session concluded on September 12th. Senate majority party members used the previous question motion to force...
Retirement Preparation Seminars Missouri NEA-Retired is pleased to announce a series of informative Retirement Seminars scheduled across the state. These seminars are designed to provide essential...
The MNEA Progress Awards recognize outstanding contributions by MNEA members that benefit their local constituencies or communities in the areas outlined by the Human Rights Council Committees: EMAC...
By Otto Fajen, Director of Legislative Policy Trustees present Dr. D. Eric Park, Vice Chair Chuck Bryant Allie Gassman Amanda Perschall Katie Webb Trustees absent Beth Knes, Chair SYSTEM OPERATIONS...
September is Life Insurance Awareness Month It's time to get back to basics. Life insurance is an affordable way to provide financial stability for your loved ones if something happens to you...
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education announces the final stage in the 2026 Missouri Teacher of the Year competition, and five of the seven finalists are proud members of the...
We are going to trial. [Jefferson City, MO]—Statement from Missouri NEA President Rebeka McIntosh on denial of motion to dismiss and temporary restraining order in school voucher lawsuit: The court...
Agenda: August 2025 Consideration of Appointments to the Missouri Advisory Council of Certification for Educators (MACCE) North Kansas City-NEA Member, Justin Smith, was nominated by MNEA to serve as...
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has announced the next stage in the 2026 Missouri Teacher of the Year competition. From a field of more than 30 Regional Teachers of the Year, the...
On July 15, 2025, the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education announced 34 Regional Teachers of the Year. These teachers are among the best in their region and were selected to be elevated to...
Trustees present: Beth Knes, Chair Dr. D. Eric Park, Vice Chair Chuck Bryant Allie Gassman Amanda Perschall Katie Webb BUDGET AND AUDIT COMMITTEE MEETING Prior to the meeting of the Board of Trustees...
Today, Missouri educators announced the filing of a lawsuit to stop an unconstitutional $51 million voucher scheme that diverts taxpayer funds to private schools. The suit, filed by teachers Kimberly Duvall and Rebeka McIntosh with the Missouri National Education Association, challenges House Bill 12's scheme that funds private schools while allowing them to reject any child.
Mother Jones Award for Outstanding Union Activism presented to Jan Dvorak, Missouri NEA Staff (Retired), at the National Staff Organization Representative Assembly in New Orleans in June 2025. For...
MNEA National Board Jump Start is a comprehensive seminar designed to provide National Board candidates important information about the certification process, time to examine component and Assessment...
June 2025 Agenda Missouri Teacher Leader of Tomorrow Award Founded by the Missouri Milken Educators, “the Missouri Teacher Leader of Tomorrow Award recognize[s] and celebrate[s] promising pre-service...
Gov. Kehoe attended the inaugural Task Force meeting, held on Monday, June 2, 2025, at the Harry S. Truman Building in Jefferson City, to introduce the work and thank the members for their...
May 2025 Agenda New Board Members Sworn In & New State Board Leaders Elected The State Board swore in three new board members who were appointed by Governor Kehoe and approved by the Gubernatorial...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director SESSION ENDS, BUT SPECIAL SESSION IS EXPECTED The 2025 Regular Session of the General Assembly ended on May 15. Governor Kehoe indicated on May 16 that he plans...
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...
During this member-led Q&A podcast episode, MNEA Professional Practice Director Samantha Hayes answers questions from the Columbia MNEA executive officers about the effects of closing the U.S...
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...
New data shows a 2.1% increase in educator pay, but it is not enough to move Missouri up in the national rankings. In fact, we lost two spots in average teacher pay. The National Education Association...
By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director LEGISLATURE RETURNS FROM EASTER HOLIDAY BREAK The House and Senate reconvened on April 22 after an extended holiday weekend. OPEN ENROLLMENT BILL The Senate did...
Missouri’s HB 711 threatens to reshape public education without holding charter schools to the same standards as neighborhood schools. The bill opens the door to unaccountable expansion, draining...
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...
Trustees present Beth Knes, Chair Dr. D. Eric Park, Vice Chair Chuck Bryant Allie Gassman Dr. Nathan Moore Katie Webb The Budget and Audit Committee met on April 6. The Board met on April 6 to hear...
Are you exploring new teaching job opportunities? Finding the right teaching position can be a complex and time-consuming process — searching job boards, spending hours on multiple applications, and...
Missouri NEA Weekly Legislative Update Week 13, April 10, 2025 By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director LOCAL CONTROL AND STUDENT ASSESSMENTS The Senate debated SS/SB 360 (Jill Carter) on April 8, but...
Update (April 14, 2025) New Board Members Appointed by Kehoe Governor Kehoe made four new appointments to the State Board of Education. These appointees will replace Board President Charlie Shields...
Thank you for voting! Missouri NEA members across the state knocked on doors in their neighborhoods and school districts to talk to their communities about why the MNEA endorsed school board...
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By Otto Fajen MNEA Legislative Director HOUSE PASSES BUDGET The House approved the state budget bills, HBs 2-14 (Dirk Deaton), on April 3. HB 2 is the K-12 education budget bill. The House passed the...
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...
Statement from Missouri National Education Association President Phil Murray on President Trump's Executive Order Eliminating the Department of Education [Jefferson City, MO]—The dismantling of the U...
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...
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...