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Bringing the Blueprint to Life: Pandemic Recovery & The Future of Maryland Schools

One of the great expecta­tions of public education is that it is universal—free and equitable—with the appropriate resources and opportunities available to every student. But that’s not the way it is right now, or the way it has been for years. Maryland sits on the cusp of a historic moment for public education. The Blueprint […]
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Inside MSEA with Sean Johnson

The Blueprint is fundamen­tal to our drive for racial and social justice. Yes, overriding the governor’s veto of the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future would mean billions of dollars more for public schools, including expanding career and technical education, commu­nity schools, and early childhood education programs. It would mean increasing staffing levels and what educators are […]
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Bullying and Budgets Define the Week

THIS WEEK IN ANNAPOLIS Hogan $49 Billion Budget; Education Share Designed to Address Pandemic Governor Hogan proposed a $49 billion fiscal year 2022 state budget on Wednesday that appears to fund most state aid for education, in the aggregate, at least equal to last year. Of course, when he annually congratulates himself for setting a […]
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2021 General Assembly Starts With Unprecedented Pandemic Protocols

THIS WEEK IN ANNAPOLIS “Unprecedented” Experience Carries Over from 2020 to 2021 General Assembly A week after the inconceivable attack on the U.S. Capitol, the start of the 442nd Maryland General Assembly was like the end of last year’s session, rearranged by unprecedented pandemic-inspired procedures and heightened levels of anxiety. Increased law enforcement presence is […]
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Crisis Demonstrates Need for New Leadership, Legislation

THIS MONTH IN ANNAPOLIS Near Constitutional Crisis Warrants Leadership, Understanding The seditious, shameful attack on the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday wounded the fabric of our community and nation, and it reinforced the necessity of our work as educators, advocates, and community-builders. Our nation can and must deliver more just and equitable opportunities, but that will […]
Racial and Social Justice|School Funding

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Budget Picture Improves As Veto Override Votes Near

THIS MONTH IN ANNAPOLIS Legislative Priorities: Override Vetoes, Protect Budget, and More As we transition to recovery from the coronavirus pandemic, veto overrides to enact the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future and other important legislation that support education and equity will be our top legislative priorities when the General Assembly convenes January 13. Overriding the governor’s […]
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Navigating These Times

For so many of us, finding our way in these times is becoming increas­ingly difficult. While we struggle to do our jobs, create balanced and supportive home lives, and maintain positivity, there are non-stop interruptions causing us to stop or change course entirely. We are making it, but there’s no denying it—times are hard. And […]
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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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Educators Will Navigate New Hurdles to Reach Legislators

This Month in Annapolis Educators Will Navigate New Hurdles to Reach Legislators MSEA will be advocating for educators as usual during the 2021 General Assembly session, even though access to lawmakers will shrink because of pandemic-related safety protocols and prohibitions inside the Capitol. House and Senate galleries will be closed to the public; a limited […]
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