Minnesota Educator: February-March 2021
President’s message: Safety has always been defined by local educators, students
There has never been a single definition of safety for Minnesota educators since the novel coronavirus shut down our school buildings last year. Instead, our union has acknowledged that each educator’s definition of a safe worksite would depend on the latest science and local conditions.
Two new research papers focus on important education issues
system and responding to the disrupted learning brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID, vaccine updates available for all members online
As school districts continue to change learning models and a new vaccination plan for educators becomes reality, Education Minnesota continues to update its website and send email updates to its…
Legislative session begins with focus on COVID relief
The 2021 Minnesota Legislature convened in early January, with much of the focus so far being on the COVID-19 pandemic as it still remains a concern. As of press time,…
ESP Bill of Rights a key part of legislative agenda again
ESP Bill of Rights a key part of legislative agenda again Education Minnesota will once again be introducing an ESP Bill of Rights as legislation this session. The union hopes…
Special ed teacher motivates students with special guests
When students enter Jamie Weisz’s special education classroom at Champlin Park High School, they never know who might greet them. Of course, Mr. Weisz is there, but he has also…
Science teachers prepare, develop PD for new standards
Minnesota science educators will have until 2024 to fully implement the newly approved state science standards, which include big changes for sixth-grade curriculum, but a group of educators is already…
TRA Board elections approaching
Teachers Retirement Association active members soon will choose representatives for the Board of Trustees in two races. Two members will be selected for four-year terms; one member will be selected…
Ellison receives national award for his commitment to his students, union
Tom Ellison’s career in education has been one of adapting and changing to meet the needs of his industrial technology learners. But at the core of his support for students…
New Racial Equity Advocates begin important work
Education Minnesota’s Racial Equity Advocate program is now in its fourth year of training members to serve as co-conspirators and help develop an anti-racism growth mindset in local unions and…
Member honor Roll
Education Minnesota members honored in 2020 by various groups.
Connecting aspiring educators to their union, profession
As Megan Bartel starts the second half of her year of student teaching, she can’t help but look forward to her future career in the classroom.
Professional development opportunities
Professional development opportunities
2021 Virtual Rep Convention
Plans are underway for the 2021 Education Minnesota Representative Convention, which will be held virtually Saturday, April 24.
Education Minnesota Foundation spring professional development grant deadlines approaching
Applications for the second round of professional development grants and second-year classroom grants, from the Education Minnesota Foundation for Excellence in Teaching and Learning are due April 2. Professional development…
