March 2020
Zoom Security Tips and Best Practices for Teachers
Date Posted: 3/30/2020
How can teachers avoid Zoom-bombing incidents? Use these Zoom security tips and best practices.
From TeachtheVote.org: 2020 Census: FAQs and Coronavirus
Date Posted: 3/30/2020
ATPE Lobbyist Andrea Chevalier answers FAQs about the U.S. Census and options for answering the census amid concerns about the new coronavirus.
Not Everything Has Changed: The Rules About Electronic Communications Still Apply
Date Posted: 3/29/2020
As you adjust to the “new normal,” don’t forget all of the old rules about electronic communications still exist in the distance learning environment.
The Latest on the 2020 ATPE Summit
Date Posted: 3/25/2020
We wanted to let you know as soon as possible that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are delaying the opening of ATPE Summit registration and housing to May 1.
The Latest on COVID-19: Clarification on What’s What
Date Posted: 3/23/2020
COVID-19 has upended nearly every aspect of daily life, including public education. Recommendations, guidance, and orders seem to change daily. With everything that is unknown, it seems like a good time to remember that there are a few things that we do know.
Meet the March Volunteer of the Month
Date Posted: 3/23/2020
Meet our March 2020 Volunteer of the Month, Karen Taylor of Schreiner University ATPE!
Ways to Keep Your Family Healthy at Home During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Date Posted: 3/18/2020
Life probably feels a bit more chaotic and stressful than it ever has before. Here’s a roundup of ways you and your family can take care of yourselves while you’re at home during the coronavirus pandemic.
ATPE Is Here for You
Date Posted: 3/17/2020
As we navigate through unprecedented times, please know that ATPE is here for you.
Distance Learning Resources
Date Posted: 3/16/2020
With the coronavirus forcing Texas schools to move classes online, educators are now having to adapt their lesson plans for distance learning.
6 Easy Ways for Educators to Combat Stress
Date Posted: 3/16/2020
ATPE knows educators face skyrocketing expectations. We’ve put together some tips and exercises to combat the pressure that comes with the job.
A Message from ATPE Regarding COVID-19 and Your Member Benefits
Date Posted: 3/15/2020
As COVID-19 continues to spread, we wanted to let you know about the measures ATPE is putting into place so we can continue serving our members during this time of uncertainty.
A Q&A with ATPE’s 2019 Associate Educator of the Year
Date Posted: 3/11/2020
2019 Associate Educator of the Year Cesarea Germain shares the most enjoyable part of her job, her biggest hope for Texas public schools, and more.
Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19
Date Posted: 3/10/2020
The developing response to the spread of COVID-19 (commonly called the coronavirus) puts school districts and individual educators in somewhat uncharted territory. Read our new FAQ page regarding the coronavirus.
4 Things to Know about Using ATPE’s Professional Learning Portal
Date Posted: 3/09/2020
As an ATPE member, you have access to our online learning portal, where you can earn continuing professional education (CPE) credits on your own time.
Spring Break Skill Up March 18–19
Date Posted: 3/08/2020
General Assembly and ATPE invite you to join Spring Break Skill Up, a free online conference for educators to learn new ideas, strategies, and resources to improve their practice. Workshops will be held March 18–19.
From TeachtheVote.org: Texas primary election results for 2020
Date Posted: 3/04/2020
Read all about the results of Tuesday’s Texas primary elections in this comprehensive blog post from the ATPE lobby team.
Giving a Little to Make a Big Difference
Date Posted: 3/04/2020
Regional Membership Specialist Ginger Franks started the PAC’s Peak Challenge in 2010 and shares her “giving stories” about donating to ATPE-PAC over the years.
Super Tuesday Is Here!
Date Posted: 3/02/2020
Today is Primary Election Day in Texas. Get out and vote!
ATPE Lobbyist Co-writes Article for Texas Education Review Journal
Date Posted: 3/01/2020
ATPE Lobbyist Andrea Chevalier and Rep. Mary Gonzalez co-wrote “Teachers in a New Political Landscape,” now published in Texas Education Review, a peer-reviewed journal from the College of Education at the University of Texas at Austin.