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Are you public school proud? WE ARE! MNEA is excited to offer you a new store with clothing and accessories that show you’re proud to work in a public school and be affiliated with your local...
Congratulations to two MNEA members for receiving the Milken Educator Award!!! 🏆🏆🏆 Leah Lawrence, member of St. Charles EA at Hardin Middle School in the St. Charles School District, and Meghan...
Missouri NEA has partnered with Securus ID powered by Experian to provide members access to high-quality identity theft protection plans with a 100% success rate at a 60% discount. While you may take...
Silver Dollar City & Branson Attractions Branson is one of the most sought-after vacation spots in Missouri and the United States. 'Tis the season to celebrate "An Old Time Christmas" at Silver Dollar...
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 met on October 29, 2023, for...
October 2023 SBOE Agenda Greg Kester, Potosi MNEA Member, Recognized as 2024 Missouri Teacher of the Year! The State Board of Education adopted a resolution in honor of Greg Kester, 2024 Missouri...
NEA® Auto & Home Insurance Program has partnered with Travelers to offer nationwide coverage for auto, home, condo, and renter insurance. Travelers Insurance offers superior coverage, significant...
Here's How... As part of NEA's Read Across America, Mary Pope Osborne, author of the Magic Tree House series, has teamed up with NEA and First Book to provide NEA members with up to $32,000 in credits...
Less than one-third of American workers feel very confident in their ability to have enough money to live comfortably throughout their retirement. 1 Starting early can help get you on track, but is...
GPO/WEP has deprived millions of public servants of the social security benefits they and their spouses have earned. Former Missouri NEA president (1986-1995) Martha Karlovetz and other NEA-Retired...
Nov. 18, 2023 The Hilton St. Louis at the Ballpark Hotel 1 South Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102 Beginning in 2023, Missouri NEA is changing the format of the Fall Representative Assembly to include...
Congratulations to the 2024 Missouri State Teacher of the Year Missouri NEA member Greg Kester.
Missouri National Education Association Supports Auto Workers' Right to Fair Contracts For Immediate Release CONTACT: Mark Jones, MNEA Communications p: 573-644-9609, mark.jones@mnea.org JEFFERSON...
September 2023 MACCE Meeting What is MACCE ? The Missouri Advisory Council of Certification for Educators, established in statute, is a council made up of 25 members–15 of which are active public...
Financial wellness is defined as, "being confident in your financial situation, able to withstand unexpected expenses and enjoy a financially secure future." 1 It can be one of the hardest things to...
September 2023 State Board of Education Updates to The Graduation Handbook The state board heard updates to the Graduation Handbook to reflect recent legislation ( § 170.018, RSMo & § 170.307, RSMo)...
Tell Congress to repeal GPO-WEP. Missouri is one of 27 states where teachers are affected by Social Security’s Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO). What does that...
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...
Local associations across the state have the opportunity to implement their ideas for spreading the good news about public education with a financial boost from Missouri NEA. Grants of up to $300 are...
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."
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
LEARN THE SKILLS TO BECOME A STRONG ADVOCATE FOR STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS. JULY 24-25, 2023 It is more important than ever to know about the reforms being considered that impact your students, school...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
Eight Missouri NEA educators were awarded grants in 2022. For more than five decades, The NEA Foundation has funded more than 62,000 grants to support the work of educators from every state in the...
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...