Conversations with State Chiefs:
Supporting Student Growth Amid School Closures
Student growth can mean so many things—academic achievement, social development, emotional maturation, commitment to community, and service, among other topics. Amid school closures and distance learning, what can states, districts, and schools do to support student growth? Join Superintendent Clayton Burch of West Virginia, Superintendent Joy Hofmeister of Oklahoma, Secretary Pedro Rivera of Pennsylvania, Commissioner Margie Vandeven of Missouri, and Dr. Javaid Siddiqi, President & CEO of The Hunt Institute as they discuss this topic and more.
Thurs., May 21 at 12:00 p.m. CDT
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Tele-Town Hall
for Educators, Parents and Community Members
We Rise Together
Collective Action to Help Our Public Schools, Students, and Communities Recover from COVID-19
Thurs., May 14 at 6 p.m. CDT
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How to Access & Integrate Pure Edge Materials to Teach Online
During this 45-minute webinar, we will share how to access our free resources to improve student focus and tips on how to best integrate strategies for mindful movement and rest for virtual teaching and learning.
Fri., May 22 at 11 am CDT
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Heart, Mind & Body: Providing Equitable Access for Student Support via Tele-Services
Featuring a panel of Student Support Services experts: Chandrai Jackson-Saunders, NASP School Psychologist of the Year 2020; Joseph Batiano, RI School Counselor of the Year 2018; and Rachel Webb, School Social Worker, Sacramento City USD; facilitated by Chi Kim.
These incredible educators will engage in an important discussion regarding student support services and providing equitable access via tele-service. Learn some of their thoughtful techniques used to provide student support services during this time of physical distancing. They will also share some of the roses and thorns that virtual school has posed as well as share what they foresee as critical needs as schools plan to re-open in the fall.
Fri., May 15 at 11 a.m. CDT
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National Call to Action
Demand that Congress Take Additional Action
Featuring: Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer and U.S. Rep. Rosa Del auro (CT), Chair of the Education Funding Subcommittee
It's not an understatement to say the fallout from the coronavirus could be the biggest challenge
we've ever had to face as educators, parents, and advocates of public education. But we have a
plan and we need your help to meet this challenge.
Wed., May 6 at 6-7 p.m. CDT
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COVID-19/CARES Act
Student Loan Debt Update
Presenter: Darby Boyd, Affiliate Relations Specialist, NEA Member Benefits Corporation
Since this extraordinary crisis began, we imagine thousands of borrowers are confused and anxious about their student loan payments. On March 27, the CARES Act was signed into law. The $2 trillion stimulus package includes some relief for people with federally held student loans. NEA Member Benefits will help you understand the recent changes.
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Free Retirement Planning for MNEA members
These are unsure times. Don't take the leap into retirement without the proper planning. Attend one or all of the free MNEA-endorsed retirement planning sessions before you commit. More Information >
PSRS/PEERS, Reliant Financial Retirement Planning
Questions to ask as you plan for retirement
Mon., May 4 at 4-5 p.m. Register >
Thurs., May 7 at 7 p.m. Register >
Horace Mann Retirement Planning
Supplemental Insurance Made Easy
Wed., May 6 at 3:30 p.m. Register >
Retirement Planning & Understanding Investment Options
Wed., May 13 at 3:30 p.m. Register >
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What About Your Students? Supporting Student Well-Being and Resilience with Trauma-Informed Care
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Tools and resources shared on the webinar include:
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Rights to Sick and Family Leave
Presenters: NEA’s Office of General Counsel
Informative webinar about your rights to new paid sick and family leave benefits under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. We’ll also discuss expanded benefits under unemployment insurance programs for workers who have had their hours reduced or have lost employment due to the pandemic.
Thurs., April 30 at 6 p.m. CDT
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ESPs and the COVID Crisis: The Next Response
Monday, April 27 at 6-7:15 CDT
While we grapple with the current crisis, we need to think about what's next. What will the school year look like this fall? What can we do now to prepare as the crisis continues? Join us as we share strategies through legislative action, member advocacy, organizing, and professional development so we can ensure ESPs are there next year to help schools re-open.
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Institute of Education Sciences:
COVID-19 Evidence-Based Resources |
What About You? Strategies for Supporting Educator Resilience and Trauma-Informed Self-Care
Learn strategies for supporting educator resilience and trauma-informed self-care with this webinar from NEA, the Center on Great Teachers & Leaders at the American Institute for Research, and the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards.
Teachers and principals across the country are surprising students, parents and their communities with innovative practices and thoughtful solutions to the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis. In the face of this collective trauma, educators are standing up to the disruptions and navigating this new terrain. They are taking care of themselves and their families while maintaining connections with students and colleagues.
Presenters:
Louise Smith, NBCT, Band Director &Teacher Leadership Institute State Coach in Pascagoula-Gautier, Mississippi
José Luis Vilson, NBCT, Math Teacher, Executive Director, EduColor, New York, New York
Kathleen Guarino, Senior Technical Assistance Consultant for Trauma-Informed Care at AIR
Lisa Lachlan, Ed.D., Director of Strategic Partnerships, Center on Great Teachers and Leaders at AIR
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NEA: Micro-Credential Virtual Professional Learning Communities
Register by April 30.
PLCs begin in early May and end late June. |
Horace Mann Wednesday Webinars
Topics include student loan forgiveness, DonorsChoose funding, retirement planning and more. |
NBPTS COVID-19 Webinars: Topics includes tips on engaging students virtually, tools, virtual lesson plans, and cyber security |
CARES Act: Relief for Student Loan Borrowers
Presenter: NEA Government Relations and Office of General Counsel
Educators have been burdened by student debt for far too long, and the COVID-19 pandemic risks making that debt even more burdensome.
Recently, Congress enacted the CARES Act, a COVID-19 relief law that includes big changes to federal student loans starting this Friday, April 10, 2020.
These changes include a suspension of interest and payments for borrowers who have federal student loans from April 10, 2020 to September 30, 2020.
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NEA: CARES Act FAQ: Student Loan Provisions (pdf)
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Distance Learning and the Coronavirus
Presenter: Vincenzo Iuppa, MNEA Attorney
Many educators are being asked to continue their instruction using online services. Providing instruction in this way creates a variety of potential legal issues that this presentation is designed to address. The presentation will address FERPA and confidentiality issues, questions about using personal devices, and ways to protect yourself while also educating students. We will also touch on some of the new types of protected leave provided under the various coronavirus bills.
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More on-demand MNEA trainings >
Technology, Social Media and Your Job
Rights of Education Support Professionals
Rights of Certificated Educators
Data Breaches, District Technology and Legal Updates as of March 24, 2020
Mandatory Reporting of Suspected Abuse or Neglect
Faith and Public Schools
Limits on First Amendment Rights of Educators
Take Control of Evaluations
Book Clubs in Action
How to Make that Difficult Parent Phone Call
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