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Blitzes and ESP Bill of Rights Organizing Builds a Stronger Union

“We always say that one-on-one connections are the key to building a stronger union,” says MSEA President Cheryl Bost. “As we look forward to bargaining sessions and the 2024 elections, the connections we’re making in locals across the state in our ESP Bill of Rights and back-to-school organizing campaigns are how we win better contracts […]
Professional Practice|Union Updates

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New Professional Development Programs from MSEA

MSEA’S PROFESSIONAL LEARNING PORTAL is an on-demand resource for educators dedicated to high-quality, free or discounted coursework, and self-paced professional development opportunities that build policy comprehension, promote cultural responsiveness, and respond to practice changes. Click here to visit the portal now! Inside the portal, you’ll find courses on topics for classroom teachers, instructional assistants, and […]
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Building Power the Union Way

During the pre-service week in Baltimore County before students returned to school, I had the opportunity to do back to school building visits with some of the most engaged and excited building representatives and members. These visits were part of a coordinated 10-minute meeting plan that had state and local leaders, staff, and members working […]
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Cameras in Public Schools

In recent years, most public school systems have increased the use of cameras in their school buildings. Many are placed in and around the entry/exits, common areas, gymnasiums, and hallways. There has been significant discussion and debate around this oversight and surveillance. However, most stakeholders agree that the primary purpose is student and staff safety. […]
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State Board Appoints Carey Wright Interim Superintendent, Choudhury Advisor

THIS MONTH IN ANNAPOLIS Carey Wright Appointed Interim Superintendent as Board Searches for Next Superintendent In the wake of state schools Superintendent Mohammed Choudhury’s decision not to seek a contract beyond June 2024, several developments have occurred affecting the office of superintendent and the direction of the Maryland State Education Department (MSDE). Given the potential […]
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Across Three Centuries, MSEA Labor Activism Makes Gains for Educators and Students

September is highlighted not only by back to school, but by the celebration of Labor Day, which recognizes the hard-won battles by unions to obtain meaningful reforms and respect for workers’ value to the U.S. economy. It reminds us that the story of labor is also MSEA’s story. Labor union leaders rose to strength out […]
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Too Many Educators Need Second Jobs

A fresh school year is upon us, full of excitement and high expectations for students and educators, but for too many educators it’s not the only job that awaits them. In Maryland, thousands of educators dedicate themselves to teaching in classrooms, assisting students receiving special education services, addressing behavioral health care and crises, managing front […]
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Poll: Nearly Half of Maryland Educators Working Two Jobs

THIS MONTH IN ANNAPOLIS Poll: Nearly Half of Educators Are Working Two or More Jobs As a fresh school year fills educators and students with excitement, too many educators have to hold down a second job that prevents them from devoting as much of themselves to their students as they would like. According to a […]
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Moore Names New Labor Board's Nominees

THIS MONTH IN ANNAPOLIS Legislative Victory Establishes New Labor Board; Moore Nominates Members A big win for labor relations and workers’ rights in the 2023 legislative session continued this week when Gov. Moore nominated experienced labor negotiators and mediators to fill the new Public Employee Relations Board. MSEA and labor allies fought to pass House […]
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