August 2022
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ICYMI: An Update on Student Loan Forgiveness
Date Posted: 8/31/2022
There are many questions circulating about the recent student debt cancellation announcement. Here is what you need to know.
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PAEMST Nomination/Application Window Now Open
Date Posted: 8/30/2022
The 2022-23 nomination and application window for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching (PAEMST) program is now open.
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Learn more about the STAAR redesign
Date Posted: 8/25/2022
Explore TEA resources related to the rollout of new assessments this school year.
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Educators Save on Texas Tribune Festival Registration
Date Posted: 8/24/2022
TribFest features more than 100 events and speakers discussing the current political and educational landscape—right in the heart of Austin.
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Learn the Qualifications for Student Loan Forgiveness
Date Posted: 8/23/2022
Borrowers looking for loan forgiveness can attend a webinar on the limited-time waiver for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
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Fall 2022 ATPE News is Now Online
Date Posted: 8/22/2022
In this issue, we explore the impact of trauma in our schools and highlight programs around Texas that continue to inspire us.
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Learn More About the because I said I would High School Chapter Program
Date Posted: 8/22/2022
The because I said I would program provides meaningful and interactive workshops that engage high school students throughout the year.
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ATPE-PAC honorees pool their resources to stand up for public education
Date Posted: 8/19/2022
Meet the donors who have propelled the ATPE Political Action Committee to new heights.
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What to Know About the End of COVID-19 Student Loan Pause
Date Posted: 8/18/2022
The pause on student loans ends Aug. 31. Here is everything to know about what that means.
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Vote for ATPE’s SXSW EDU Session Proposal by Aug. 21!
Date Posted: 8/18/2022
Cast your vote for our session—“Politics, the Public, and the Public Educator”—to be on the agenda for SXSW EDU 2023.
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Announcing the 2021-22 ATPE Educators of the Year and Alafair Hammett and Judy Coyle award recipients
Date Posted: 8/17/2022
ATPE celebrated the efforts of outstanding educators and education journalists during the recent ATPE Summit.
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Highlights of the 2022 ATPE House of Delegates Meeting
Date Posted: 8/16/2022
During the HOD, delegates elected the 2022-23 ATPE state officers and approved the latest version of the ATPE Legislative Program.
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A-F accountability ratings are cause for pride in our Texas public school community
Date Posted: 8/15/2022
ATPE Executive Director Shannon Holmes offers the following statement on the 2022 A-F accountability ratings.
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Congratulations to our 2021-22 volunteer award recipients!
Date Posted: 8/15/2022
Meet the recipients of ATPE’s 2021-22 Local Unit of the Year and Campus Representative of the Year awards.
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Download the It’s Time Texas Burnout Toolkit for Educators
Date Posted: 8/10/2022
As you gear up for another school year, learn about the differences between stress and burnout and realistic strategies you can use to prevent burnout.
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Your Guide to Success as a New Texas Public Educator
Date Posted: 8/09/2022
Educator Essentials is the perfect free guide for any beginning teachers in Texas.
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Take Advantage of Tax-Free Weekend for Back-to-School Supplies
Date Posted: 8/04/2022
Tax-free weekend in Texas runs from Friday, Aug. 5, through midnight Sunday, Aug. 7. This is the perfect time to pick up back-to-school items tax-free.
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Help Raise Awareness on National Support Public Education Day
Date Posted: 7/29/2022
Public education deserves our support, so join us in raising awareness on National Support Public Education Day.