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Discover the Enhanced ATPE Professional Learning Portal!
Date Posted: 7/18/2024
We are thrilled to introduce the all-new ATPE Professional Learning Portal (PLP), designed exclusively for you as a valuable member benefit.
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Strategies for a Successful Start in Education Webinar
Date Posted: 7/18/2024
Join us at 5 p.m. CT July 31 for a webinar that will empower you with strategies they don't teach in university or educator preparation programs.
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Think Before You Post
Date Posted: 7/18/2024
As both an educator and public citizen, how should you approach politically minded communications or interactions while on or off duty?
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2024 ATPE House of Delegates Wrap-Up
Date Posted: 7/17/2024
During the 2024 ATPE Summit in Dallas, delegates elected new state officers, readopted ATPE’s 13 standing resolutions, and debated the reorganized ATPE Legislative Program.
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Finding the Best Fit: Which Membership Category Should You Join for 2024-25?
Date Posted: 7/02/2024
If your employment status is changing for the upcoming 2024-25 school year, you may need to make a change in your membership category.
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A Time for Pride and Learning
Date Posted: 6/11/2024
Pride Month is an excellent time to learn more about the increased incidence of mental health challenges among LGBTQ+ individuals.
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Free, Fun Professional Development from Austin PBS KIDS!
Date Posted: 6/10/2024
From PBS KIDS, this self-paced professional development for preK–second grade teachers highlights new tools to engage young minds.
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The ATPE Podcast: Recruiting and Retaining Teachers
Date Posted: 6/10/2024
In this episode, three ATPE staff members who are all former educators discuss the role of professional associations in addressing teacher recruitment and retention issues.
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So Budgets Actually Can Be Interesting
Date Posted: 6/03/2024
ATPE State President Jayne Serna shares news from the May 2024 ATPE Board of Directors Meeting.
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Apply to Serve on the 2025 ATPE Summit Programming Committee
Date Posted: 5/30/2024
Are you interested helping shape the professional learning sessions at ATPE’s annual conference? Apply to serve on this committee by June 10!
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How You Can Help Texans After Recent Natural Disasters
Date Posted: 5/30/2024
For those who would like to help, here are several resources and ways you can help donate, volunteer, and spread awareness of victim resources.
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Maximize Your Professional Potential: Earn 7 CPE Hours in Dallas!
Date Posted: 5/30/2024
Attending the 2024 ATPE Summit is your ticket to earning up to 7 hours of continuing professional education (CPE) credit.
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May is Mental Health Awareness Month
Date Posted: 5/21/2024
Celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month in classrooms is a great opportunity to educate students about mental health, promote well-being, and reduce stigma.
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Grow as a Volunteer Leader at the 2024 ATPE Summit
Date Posted: 5/21/2024
We’re excited to announce our lineup for volunteer leader training sessions for Monday, July 8. See you at the Sheraton Dallas!
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Know Your Rights: Common Misconceptions about References
Date Posted: 5/16/2024
As educators weigh their employment options for next year, a common concern arises: What can supervisors legally say to prospective employers about an employee?
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The ATPE Podcast: Runoff Elections—You Must Be Present to Win
Date Posted: 5/15/2024
In this episode, ATPE Governmental Relations Director Monty Exter explains the how, when, and why of voting pro-public ed in the upcoming runoff election.
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Summer 2024 ATPE News is Now Online
Date Posted: 5/08/2024
In this issue, we examine teacher recruitment and retention issues, meet a new generation of students, and preview the 2024 ATPE Summit.
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How much does ATPE membership cost per day?
Date Posted: 1/02/2024
Use this tool to calculate how much a full year of ATPE membership would cost.
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