June 2023
Member Spotlight: Shagufta Ellam, Round Rock ATPE
Date Posted: 6/28/2023
Round Rock ATPE’s Shagufta Ellam shares her passion for ATPE leadership and her excitement about this summer’s Fulbright-Hays Group Project Abroad.
Prepare for the ATPE Summit with the Latest President's Podcast
Date Posted: 6/15/2023
What‘s next for the Association of Texas Professional Educators? Hear the latest from ATPE State President Stacey Ward in this podcast recapping ATPE Board of Directors meetings and more.
Happy Juneteenth!
Date Posted: 6/14/2023
This year, we celebrate by recognizing Opal Lee, an educator known for her efforts to make Juneteenth (which has Texas roots) a nationally recognized holiday.
ATPE Members Receive Excellence in Education Awards
Date Posted: 6/14/2023
This year, three ATPE members received the prestigious Excellence in Education Awards presented by H-E-B.
The ATPE Podcast: Penalty-Free Resignation Deadline
Date Posted: 6/14/2023
In this episode, ATPE Attorney Celina Leal reveals what educators need to know about the deadline for contract resignation between school years.
ATPE Statement on House Select Committee on Educational Opportunity and Enrichment
Date Posted: 6/12/2023
State’s largest educator association reminds House members that tying vouchers to either educator pay or the accountability system has proven to be a nonstarter with the public education community.
June is Pride Month!
Date Posted: 6/09/2023
Pride Month is celebrated each year in June to promote dignity, equality, and increased visibility for LGBTQ+ individuals all over the world.
Apply to serve on an ATPE state committee by July 16
Date Posted: 6/09/2023
Interested in becoming more involved with ATPE and helping shape the future of the association? Then apply to serve on an ATPE state committee.
One Week Until the Summit Delegate Certification Deadline!
Date Posted: 6/02/2023
Don’t miss your opportunity to enjoy summertime fun, professional learning, and more during the ATPE Summit, July 10–12 at Kalahari Resorts & Conventions in Round Rock.
Frenship ISD Teacher’s STEAM Program Teaches Technology, Star Wars
Date Posted: 6/01/2023
A teacher’s love for Star Wars inspired her to create an education program that captures her students’ imagination with the help of lightsabers and droids.
Opportunity for Certification Exam Reimbursements in Critical Shortage Areas
Date Posted: 6/01/2023
TEA is providing a limited reimbursement opportunity for all educator preparation programs certifying candidates in the approved shortage areas for the 2022-2023 academic year.