Minnesota Educator Academy Professional Development Curriculum Update Application 

Project Scope 

The Minnesota Educator Academy is excited to offer a unique opportunity to help update two courses within our Racial and Social Justice category. Participants will be expected to bring their own experiences and knowledge into a shared and collaborative space.
Current courses on the 2025-26 Curriculum Update Schedule: 

  • Recognizing and Combating Antisemitism in Schools 
  • LGBTQ+ Advocacy and Support Training 

Registration Deadline: Applications must be submitted by Friday, Jan. 2, 2026. 

Participation Requirements 

Applicants must: 

  • Be a current Education Minnesota Member.
  • Bring a willingness to respectfully engage in honest and potentially challenging topics. 
  • Be available to meet in person for at least one Saturday working session at our Education Minnesota St. Paul headquarters in winter 2026. Date(s) will be selected based upon collective team availability.
  • Committee members might be expected to complete work individually and/or meet virtually based on team needs, as well. 

Benefits

  • Up to 10 hours of paid work time at $40 per hour.
  • Mileage and meals for in-person session(s) and hotel accommodations, if needed, for those who live more than 35 miles from St. Paul.
  • The opportunity to provide voice and perspectives that will benefit our Education Minnesota Professional Development.

General Information

Applying for union-led equity work can be intimidating for various reasons. Throughout this application, you may encounter questions that are uncomfortable, or you may feel unsure if you can answer them honestly and authentically. Please know that any response(s) you provide will be for internal purposes only and will not be shared with anyone outside of the Education Minnesota MEA PD Selection Team.  

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