Association of Texas Professional Educators
Association of Texas Professional Educators

ATPE News Summer 2023

ATPE News Summer 2023

How will the increasing popularity of AI affect your classroom?

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ChatGPT: Artificial Intelligence's Impact on Education 

ChatGPT is an AI that has quickly grown in popularity by capturing the imagination of millions of users across myriad industries. But what sort of impact will it have on educators and students?

By Jack Densmore

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Why You Can't Overlook Your Local School Board

"It's the most important election in U.S. history." Voters hear this hyperbole every time a presidential election rolls around, but in actuality, the debates occurring at your local school board meeting—about the books students can read and how to create positive and safe learning environments—may have the biggest impact of all.

By Kate Johanns

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Civil Air Patrol: Where Imagination Takes Flight

Civil Air Patrol programs provide free, fun, and engaging STEM and aerospace education resources for educators, regardless of the subject they teach. Learn how—with a little imagination—you and your students can benefit from these unique programs.

By David George

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2023 ATPE Summit: Choose Your Own Adventure

Embark on new ATPE adventures during the 2023 ATPE Summit at Kalahari Resorts and Conventions in Round Rock. This is a summertime safari like no other.

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Addressing Privacy and Security Concerns for Educators

Whether you are tech-savvy or still getting there, technology is not without its drawbacks and potential employment risks. ATPE Managing Attorney Lance Cain discusses a few examples of common technology concerns educators may face.  

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Educators Must Finish the 88th Legislative Session Strong

The 88th Legislature has become yet another education session. ATPE Lobbyist Tricia Cave explains why staying quiet and sitting on the sidelines in such an important session could be devastating to you and your students.

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Volunteer Spotlight

Meet Teresa Millard, pre-k teacher in Woden ISD, secretary for Woden ATPE, Region 7 director, and ATPE's 2021–22 Campus Rep of the Year for local units with 1–200 members.

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