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Posted On: January 15, 2021
The 87th Texas Legislative Session Is Upon Us
On Tuesday, January 12, 2021, the 87th Texas legislative session officially began. What should educators expect? And how can you get involved?
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Posted On: January 14, 2021
COVID-19 & Your Rights: An Update
ATPE members: Join us at 5 p.m. CST Thursday, January 28, for a webinar covering the top questions on educators’ minds now.
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Posted On: January 13, 2021
Are You Following ATPE on Social Media?
Don’t miss out on updates essential to dedicated educators like you. Here’s where you can find us.
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Posted On: January 07, 2021
Marking National Mentoring Month
January is also National Mentoring Month. Spearheaded by the MENTOR National organization, this month aims to bring national attention on the need for mentors for the country’s young people.
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Posted On: January 06, 2021
From TeachtheVote.org: Texas Legislative Session Begins in One Week
The 2021 Texas legislative session starts January 12. ATPE Lobbyist Andrea Chevalier breaks down the opening day plans and how this session will differ from previous ones due to COVID-19.
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Posted On: January 05, 2021
January Is School Board Recognition Month
Take time this month to celebrate your community’s school board and educate those around you about the vital role school boards play in our public schools.
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Posted On: December 18, 2020
ATPE at the Virtual Capitol
Our legislative symposium and advocacy training event exclusively for ATPE members will be held from 1–6:15 p.m. February 21, 2021. Here’s all the latest info!
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Posted On: December 17, 2020
From TeachtheVote.org: Governor Abbott discusses vaccine distribution in Texas
The governor discussed COVID-19 vaccines at a morning press conference, expressing hope that teachers will be vaccinated early.
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Posted On: December 17, 2020
ATPE University Sponsor Looks Back on 37-Year Long Career
Longtime ATPE leader, champion of new teachers, and lifelong educator Rene Zúñiga, Ed.D., is retiring in December and spoke with ATPE about his career and the importance of supporting students and new teachers.
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Posted On: December 17, 2020
ATPE Urges Congress to Extend Federal COVID-19-Related Paid Sick Leave Benefits into 2021
The conditions that necessitated paid sick leave extensions as part of COVID-19 relief continue to exist, even with potential vaccine arrival, says Texas’ largest educator association.
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