August 2015
Why I’m a Member of ATPE
Date Posted: 8/30/2015
Guest blogger Caitlin Andrews explains what she loves about being a member of ATPE.
Behind the Scenes with Alex Alkire
Date Posted: 8/26/2015
Guest blogger Alex Alkire shares her list of the top 5 most important things that happen behind the scenes for new Texas teachers.
History and Heritage Merge in the Dallas Area
Date Posted: 8/23/2015
Regional Representative Becki Girouard shares what she loves about the Dallas area (Region 10).
ATPE Is Just Different
Date Posted: 8/20/2015
ATPE member Dr. Kenneth Poppe explains what makes ATPE stand out from its competitors.
Looking for New Ideas for Your Classroom?
Date Posted: 8/13/2015
Allison Venuto, educator, ATPE member, and personal organizer, shares her top classroom procedures for the first day of school in a new course called Classroom Procedures.
Character and Diversity in East Texas
Date Posted: 8/11/2015
Regional representative Mary Jo Burgess shares what makes Regions 5, 6, 7, 8, and 12 unique.
The Good News about Texas Public Schools
Date Posted: 8/06/2015
ATPE's Gary Godsey discusses what's right with Texas public schools and why we should be proud of the work our educators have done.
President’s Message
Date Posted: 8/04/2015
This year, I’m excited to step into a new role as president of ATPE. Every new generation begins the same way—new ideas, new opportunities, and new challenges. I hope to offer a new generation of ideas, but I’m also grateful for the guidance of those who have come before me.
Three Tips for Grading Papers Faster
Date Posted: 8/03/2015
Guest blogger Allison Venuto, a teacher and personal organizer, provides her top tips for grading papers more efficiently.