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New AIB-MSDE Agreement Clarifies Future of Blueprint Implementation

THIS MONTH IN ANNAPOLIS AIB, MSDE Strategize Implementing Blueprint for Maryland’s Future As the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future continues to ramp up, the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the Blueprint Accountability and Implementation Board (AIB) have signed a memorandum of understanding to clarify responsibilities and streamline implementation. The MoU identifies their unique roles […]
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Summer Recommendations from Maryland Media Specialists

Recommendations from Culture-Consuming Media Specialists Whether you’re a curl-up-in-a-cozy-chair-don’t bug-me reader, an earphone-wearing podcast devotee, a lounge-chair movie lover, or a fan of Kendrick, Dolly, Taylor, or Wolfgang, we all want summer to bring us some quiet time to ourselves. We didn’t have room for all the great suggestions, but remember that your library media […]
Education Support Professionals|Educator Voice|School Funding|Union Updates

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How Does Your Pay Compare?

NEA’s recently released annual report on educator pay data found that the average national teacher salary increased 5% from 22-23 to 23-24 but increased 6.2% in Maryland—the 10th best annual improvement overall. Adding to that positive news is that our state’s average teacher salary is 7th highest, leapfrogging New Jersey, a long-time leader. Average pay […]
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Teacher's Toolkit: Matt Kline, Allegany County Science Teacher

Middle school science teacher Matt Kline is a conservationist, researcher, and environmental educator. Now an established middle school science teacher at Mt. Savage Middle and Elementary School in Allegany County, he was recently awarded the 2025 University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science Richard A. Johnson Environmental Education Award. The award honors those who mentor […]
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The Good Trouble Questionnaire: Nichelle Hicks, Baltimore County High School Special Educator

Nichelle Hicks is an educator, activist, and advocate with over 30 years of experience in urban education. A passionate advocate for creating equitable and inclusive spaces, she works to empower Black and Brown youth, particularly those impacted by exclusionary discipline and systemic inequities in education. In 2023, with 25 students and Nichelle as its founding […]
Education Support Professionals|Educator Voice

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My Turn: Washington County Title I School Liaison Ivan Santiago

As an education support professional (ESP), I have provided classroom support to some of our most vulnerable students. I have worked in the general education setting, in special education, and specialized, self- contained, and push-in programs. Currently, I am a school-family liaison. I am able to support learning in a different capacity, working hand in […]
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Breakthroughs: Ditch Your Teacher's Desk!

Veteran educator Nanci Brillant is chair of the English Department at Northeast Middle School in Anne Arundel County. She was a finalist for teacher of the year in Florida, holds a doctorate in curriculum and instruction, and is a National Board Certified Teacher. Connect with Nanci on LinkedIn, and @nancibrillant on X and Bluesky. We […]
Education Support Professionals|Union Updates

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2025 MSEA ESP of the Year Nominations Open!

We’re looking for support staff members who are standout contributors to their school community and whose accomplishments make a difference for students, neighbors, and their local union. “Think social and racial justice activists, church and civic leaders, or union colleagues organizing for better wages, safety, and respect,” says MSEA President Paul Lemle. “If you’re that […]
Educator Voice|Racial and Social Justice|Union Updates

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2025 MSEA Racial Social Justice Summit

Critically acclaimed historian, author, educator, and influencer Blair Imani was the featured guest speaker at MSEA’s Annual Racial Social Justice Summit held May 3 and hosted by MSEA’s Human and Civil Rights Committee, chaired by Kierre Vinson and Jorge Córdoba. Imani is the author of Read This to Get Smarter: about Race, Class, Gender, Disability, […]
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