The ATPE Lookbook offers a comprehensive look at ATPE’s programs and benefits, as well as a snapshot of the educators, volunteers, and leaders who form the heart of public education in Texas. This publication includes information about: 

ATPE’s networking and professional growth opportunities 

• The ATPE Professional Learning Portal—Offers members access to a wide range of high-quality, on-demand courses that help educators earn continuing professional education (CPE) credit.  
• The ATPE Online Community—Offers a vital space for Texas educators to share resources, exchange ideas, and network with peers across the state to build lasting relationships that enhance their professional lives. 
• Leadership ATPE—A dynamic one-year program designed to equip emerging public education leaders with the skills, knowledge, and best practices needed to serve ATPE, their school districts, and their communities. 
• ATPE Summit—Members gather at ATPE’s annual conference for the association’s yearly business meeting, professional learning and volunteer training opportunities, and networking. 

ATPE Governmental Relations and public education advocacy 

• The ATPE Legislative Program—This document guides the ATPE Governmental Relations team’s work with state- and federal-level decision-makers and lawmakers who govern public education law and policy. 
• Advocacy Central—Members can get in touch with elected officials.  
• Teach the Vote—ATPE’s TeachtheVote.org features state candidate and lawmaker profiles, voting records on education-related measures, and frequent updates on the latest public education news. 
• ATPE Member Advocate Program (ATPE-MAP)—Allows ATPE members to earn a microcredential in either local or state-level advocacy and earn CPE credits for certification renewal. Those who complete the state-level advocacy pathway are eligible to apply to join ATPE lobbyists on targeted visits to the Capitol during the legislative session. 
• ATPE Political Action Committee (ATPE-PAC)*—Empowers ATPE members, staff, and their families to pool their financial resources in support of pro-public education candidates. 

Plus:  

• Legal resources**—In addition to the Educators Professional Liability Insurance Policy, our Member Legal Services Department provides a safety net for educators, offering valuable legal resources and guidance for navigating issues that arise in the course of professional duties. 
• Services and discounts—ATPE members can save hundreds of dollars each year through an exclusive menu of 25-plus services and discounts, including deals on travel, prescriptions, counseling, school supplies, appliances, and more. 
• Member spotlights—Learn about the educators, volunteers, leaders, and staff members who make ATPE the largest community of educators in Texas. 

*ATPE-PAC solicits contributions only from members, employees, and their families. Participation in ATPE-PAC is voluntary. 

**Eligibility, terms, conditions, and limitations apply. Visit atpe.org/protection to view important disclosures and current program details. Staff attorney services are provided separate from the Educators Professional Liability Insurance Program.