November 2022
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ATPE Statement on Lt. Gov. Patrick’s Legislative Priorities
Date Posted: 11/30/2022
State’s largest educator association urges legislators to engage public educators as they turn 'big concepts' into bills.
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Winter 2022 ATPE News is Now Online
Date Posted: 11/28/2022
In this issue, we explore the impacts of educator shortages, the truth behind voucher programs, and the growing fentanyl crisis that threatens our youth.
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BOOK IT! Reading Program Creates Free Incentive for Children to Read
Date Posted: 11/22/2022
This free initiative has become a national sensation and creates the perfect opportunity for teachers to reward students for their reading!
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Spotlight Series: 2021-22 ATPE Charles Pickitt Educator of the Year Award Winner Diana Ybarra
Date Posted: 11/21/2022
In the first part of our series, we spotlight our very own Diana Ybarra, winner of the Administrator of the Year category.
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Research Opportunity for Public School Teachers
Date Posted: 11/16/2022
Here’s an opportunity to help a doctoral candidate with their research.
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Thanksgiving Travel Tips
Date Posted: 11/16/2022
Planning to travel for Thanksgiving? Here are some helpful tips to get you there safe and sound with money and time to spare.
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Veterans Day Spotlight: Joseph Cruz
Date Posted: 11/11/2022
This Veterans Day, we are proud to spotlight our very own Joseph Cruz, an Army veteran and ATPE Regional Membership Specialist.
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Sign Up for the 2022 Teacher Trot Virtual 5K Today!
Date Posted: 11/10/2022
Time to lace up your tennis shoes and join us for the 2022 Teacher Trot: ATPE-PAC Virtual 5K Run/Walk!
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Election Day 2022 is here
Date Posted: 11/08/2022
Today is the last day to make your voice heard through your vote.
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Submit Your Nominations for 2022-23 ATPE Awards
Date Posted: 11/08/2022
The ATPE awards nomination deadline is just around the corner! Don’t miss this opportunity to recognize an outstanding colleague or volunteer.
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Bringing Awareness to Stress
Date Posted: 11/02/2022
Stress is unavoidable, but here are some helpful tips for understanding what stress is and how to manage it.