Educator Voice

Coronavirus and Schools|Educator Voice

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A Message from MSEA President Cheryl Bost

We just celebrated the 100th anniversary of American Education Week, when we recognize the critical importance of public education. Yet educators across the state don’t feel celebrated, valued, or respected. Educators at all levels and job classifications, whether veteran or new, seem to agree that this is the hardest year they’ve ever had. We are […]
Educator Voice|Elections

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Inside MSEA with Sean Johnson

In Maryland, the election of a new governor to replace term-limited Larry Hogan, the entire General Assembly, and many locally elected leaders is just about 11 months away and we have a big job ahead of us. Not only do we want to make sure every candidate has a strong plan for public education, we […]
Educator Voice|Racial and Social Justice

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Spotlight on Racial and Social Justice, Safe Schools at 2021 RA

Delegates gathered virtually on October 15 for the 2021 Representative Assembly (RA) to help define MSEA’s agenda for the coming year and beyond. Discussion and debate made way for delegates to approve important additions and amendments to MSEA’s Bylaws and Resolutions. The MSEA Board of Directors, informed and advised by the President’s Council on Safe, […]
Educator Voice|Professional Practice

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WLT/MLT: Be the Change. Be the Voice.

Educators are all about helping students become the best they can be—leaders and contributors who can change things for the better in their own lives and in their communities. That means building confidence, nurturing empathy, and being respectful of others in their school and home lives. The 2020-2021 MSEA Minority (MLT) and Women’s Leadership (WLT) […]
Educator Voice

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MSEA Statement on the Hiring of Mohammed Choudhury as Maryland's Next Superintendent

Baltimore County elementary school teacher and MSEA President Cheryl Bost: “MSEA proudly represents over 76,000 educators across Maryland who are dedicated professionals and deserve a voice at the decision-making table. We look forward to meeting with Mr. Choudhury and hope that he makes it a policy to have educator voices at the table as we […]
Coronavirus and Schools|Educator Voice|Legal Questions|Opportunity Gaps

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Summer School Programs: Educators and Collective Bargaining

The American Rescue Plan (ARP), enacted on March 11, is a desperately needed boon of $122 billion to states and school dis­tricts to help safely and sustainably reopen school buildings and bridge the learning gaps stemming from the pandemic. The total allocation for Maryland schools is $1.9 billion. Two-thirds of this money should have been […]
Education Support Professionals|Educator Voice|Union Updates

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My Turn: Randy Patterson

2020 MSEA ESP of the Year Randy Patterson is a paraeducator at Stevens Forest Elementary School in Howard County and the founder of Boys on a New Direction. Congratulations Randy! My journey to Maryland eight years ago was filled with ups and downs. Coping with both the loss of my dear mother and find­ing employment […]
Educator Voice|Professional Practice|Teacher Toolkit

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Toolkit: Technology and Computer Science Teacher Mohamad Dajani

Mohamad Dajani teaches foundations of technology and computer science at North Dorchester High School in Dorchester County. 1. Work Hard I try to follow my father’s work ethic. He worked so hard and cared so much. My takeaway from this is not only to support my family but to always do my very best. Nothing […]
Educator Voice|Opportunity Gaps|School Funding

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Inside MSEA with Sean Johnson

The coronavirus has changed every­thing, and it will have a major impact on how we advocate during the 2021 General Assembly session. Average citizens and registered lobbyists alike will not be permitted to sit in galleries during floor debate or committee hearings. Testimony will be done virtually. Lobby visits will be done via online meeting […]
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