MSTA: Maryland State Teachers Association

It's a wrap!
Update: Spring RA
MSTA welcomed 283 delegates from across the state to take part in the Association's 2008 Spring Representative Assembly (RA) held Saturday in College Park. The focus of the spring meeting, held every two years, was to approve the budget and discuss and debate issues on the agenda.

2008 Spring RA Action:

Delegates approved the Association's two-year budget.
Delegates elected Gary Brennan, Frederick County, as NEA Director to complete an unexpired term (through July 2010) left vacant due to a resignation.

MSTA President Clara Floyd presided over the assembly. “It's always a joy to come together as an Association and find our way to consensus,” she said. “I was pleased to see so many delegates interested and involved in the business of MSTA share their opinions and expectations.”

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Kids First Act becomes law
Among the hundreds of bills Governor O'Malley signed into law today, the Kids First Act stands out. Thanks to Montgomery Delegate Heather Mizeur, who spearheaded the legislation, and lobbying by MSTA and other groups, more Maryland children will have access to the health insurance coverage they deserve. As many as 90,000 additional Maryland children could be covered with the help of the targeted outreach to parents or guardians. Learn more >>

MSTA Executive Director David Helfman (standing, second from right) was among the supporters present at yesterday's signing of the Kids First Act. With the new legislation, Maryland hopes to provide health insurance coverage to most of Maryland's 137,000 children who currently lack coverage.

Save The Date! Keys Forum
June 3, 2008 Learn more!
To register, please download the registration form and return to Yusuan Smithson by Wednesday, May 21, 2008. Confirmation letters and directions will be sent to you by Tuesday, May 27, 2008.

2008 Summer Training Series
Change Begins With US!
Register soon for MSTA annual training retreat in beautiful Rocky Gap, scenic St. Michaels or bustling Towson!

You can hone your skills as a teacher or support professional at the Professional Development or the Leadership & Organizational Development institutes or find inspiration and confidence as an Association activist at the popular Emerging Leaders Academy.

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