August 2018
Thank You to Our 2017-18 ATPE Political Action Committee Honorees
Date Posted: 8/29/2018
Thank you to all of our 2017-18 Political Action Committee honorees for all you do to help ATPE fight for quality educational standards and protect your professional interests.
Win $500 toward a Classroom Makeover
Date Posted: 8/27/2018
Two student teacher members who renew as first-time professional members and one returning professional member will win $500 toward a classroom makeover.
Rep for the Best
Date Posted: 8/22/2018
Rep for the best by becoming a campus representative for ATPE. We’ve got everything you need to know about this volunteer leader role in our latest blog post.
How to Learn Students’ Names Quickly
Date Posted: 8/19/2018
Knowing each other’s names sends a signal of respect and value, and it also helps establish community. Here’s some tips on how to quickly learn your students’ names.
ATPE Urges Caution in Interpreting Results of A-F Rating System
Date Posted: 8/15/2018
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) issued the first round of A-F letter-grade ratings to Texas public school districts on August 15.
Texas Cultural Trust Spotlights Artistic Excellence
Date Posted: 8/13/2018
A number of nonprofit organizations, including ATPE, are partnering with the Texas Cultural Trust in one of their other core initiatives, the Art Can initiative, to help improve Texas public schools.
ATPE Builds Connections for First-Year Teacher
Date Posted: 8/08/2018
Your first year as a teacher is a challenging but exciting time, and ATPE is here to make the road as smooth as possible.
Uke Can Do It!
Date Posted: 8/06/2018
Learn how one ATPE member started a ukulele club on her campus.
Welcome ATPE’s 2018-19 State Officers
Date Posted: 8/01/2018
On July 12, ATPE members gathered at summit to elect a new slate of officers for the coming year.