February 2023
Spring 2023 ATPE News is Now Online
Date Posted: 2/24/2023
In this issue, we turn our attention to the ongoing legislative session, issues that affect public education, and tools that you can use to stay informed and communicate directly with your elected officials.
State’s largest educator association reacts to TEA’s newly released Teacher Vacancy Task Force report
Date Posted: 2/24/2023
ATPE Executive Director Shannon Holmes offers the following statement in response to the Teacher Vacancy Task Force report released by the Texas Education Agency Feb. 24.
Governor declares vouchers an “emergency item” in State of the State address
Date Posted: 2/17/2023
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott pressed lawmakers to allow public funds for private schools during his Feb. 16 speech.
The ATPE Podcast: Vouchers—Why Educators Should Be Concerned
Date Posted: 2/16/2023
In this episode, our Governmental Relations team dissects voucher initiatives, the politics surrounding them, and what is at stake for educators this session.
What is a Hostile Work Environment, and Is It Illegal?
Date Posted: 2/16/2023
Have you experienced harassment or discrimination in the workplace? Learn what constitutes a hostile work environment and how you can protect yourself.
Hundreds of Texas educators to meet with legislative offices Tuesday
Date Posted: 2/16/2023
State’s largest educator association will visit the Capitol to express opposition to vouchers and advocate for school safety, better pay, retiree benefits, and more.
Free Summer Programs from Girls Who Code
Date Posted: 2/14/2023
Do you know a high school student interested in learning to code? Encourage them to apply for one of two free summer programs.
State’s largest educator association reacts to Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s legislative priorities
Date Posted: 2/13/2023
ATPE Executive Director Shannon Holmes offers the following statement on Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick’s legislative priorities.
Celebrate Black History Month by Honoring Influential Black Educators with Your Students
Date Posted: 2/02/2023
Join ATPE in honoring Black History Month as we highlight three Black educators who inspired generations of youth, promoted learning equality, and helped reshape our nation’s education system.
Register for the Free Gen ATPE Webinar on Feb. 15
Date Posted: 2/02/2023
Don’t miss “Inclusion: Helping Students Feel Welcome” presented by two Leadership ATPE alumni.
Hurry—Register for ATPE at the Capitol by Feb. 10
Date Posted: 2/02/2023
The deadline to register for ATPE at the Capitol (Feb. 20–21) is fast approaching! Registration is free, but you must register before Feb. 10.
An Education Savings Account Is a Voucher
Date Posted: 2/01/2023
Governor’s support for this voucher scheme overlooks reality of sending taxpayer dollars out of the public school system.
The ATPE Podcast: Educators as Mandated Reporters
Date Posted: 2/01/2023
In this episode, ATPE Staff Attorney Celina Leal explains the duties and legal concerns of educators as mandated reporters of child abuse and neglect.