Minnesota Educator: April-May 2022
President’s message: Thanks to all the educators still fighting the status quo
Education Minnesota President, Denise Specht’s message: With all that has been written about the Great Resignation…join this moment of Great Resilience in Minnesota’s public schools. Read more.
Minneapolis educators strike for safe, stable schools
The Minneapolis Federation of Teachers and Education Support Professionals teacher and education support professional chapters went on strike March 8, the first educator strike in the city in 52 years.
Support for ESPs crosses all bargaining units in negotiations
Minneapolis and Saint Paul are the latest examples of locals who have two or more bargaining units in negotiations and whose licensed staff are putting education support professional issues at the forefront.
Local unions continue to build power through negotiations
Most local unions across Minnesota either recently settled or are still trying to settle their 2021-23 contract. Many are using their contract to make important changes in order to support their members and their schools. Four locals shared their stories with the Minnesota Educator.
Educators get active during legislative session
The 2022 Minnesota legislative session continues, as lawmakers work on bills and policies, including spending the state’s $9.3 billion surplus.
Stronger pension system advocacy happening at Legislature
Minnesota’s school staffing shortage was already a problem before COVID-19, but now it’s at crisis levels.
Educators endorse Walz for reelection
Education Minnesota announced in early March that the union has endorsed Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan for reelection in 2022.
Educators endorse Walz for reelection
Education Minnesota announced in early March that the union has endorsed Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan for reelection in 2022.
Educators receive life-changing loan forgiveness
Educators throughout Minnesota are starting to see their loans forgiven through the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, thanks to recent waivers and changes from the Biden administration and the work of both our national unions.
Town hall discusses changes to social studies standards
Education Minnesota hosted a town hall for its members on the new social studies standards and Ethnic Studies strand in February.
Opportunities
Opportunities for Education Minnesota members.
MEA Online is becoming a part of NEA’s online learning portal!
Our MEA Online is teaming up with the National Education Association to provide a multitude of online courses for Education Minnesota members.
