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Want to stay informed about pertinent issues                              on the Montana legislature's agenda?

1/14/2021

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ALL you need to do... 
     Click, "Action" in the website's menu bar.
​It will take you to the latest information about Montana Legislative issues affecting Montana educators and other state employe
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Apply soon for Karen Cox Memorial

11/24/2020

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REMINDER:
Applications for Karen Cox Memorial Grants Due Dec. 2, 2020

    Every year, Montana educators raid their own bank accounts to buy classroom supplies and enrichment projects for their students. The Montana Professional Teaching Foundation created the Karen Cox Memorial Grants to help.
   Named for the late Karen Cox, one of Montana’s great teachers, these grants are not intended to replace school funds but rather to support teachers who dig into their own pockets to help their students succeed. The grants are small ($500 maximum) but mighty. In many cases, these funds purchase materials schools can use for years.
   
   To Apply For The Grant

  1.   Download grant application information and application form below. The form is fillable, or applicants can print it and  fill it out.   
   2.  Mail the hard copy of the form to Donna Graveley, MPTF, 1232 E 6th Ave., Helena, MT 59601.

Download grant application

Access grant application from website

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Great Falls Labor - Day of Action - GOTV - October 24

10/14/2020

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Register soon for MFPE 2020 Educator Conference

10/11/2020

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  You can still sign up for this year's MFPE Teachers Conference held online!   
Helping members succeed in their careers is a top priority for MFPE.
That’s why, each year, we sponsor the Educator Conference -- the best professional development of its kind anywhere. 
MFPE teams up with 18 Montana curriculum groups to bring you the best in teacher-led professional learning. More than 500 workshops, keynotes, & institutes are available. No matter what or where you teach, you’ll find a wealth of events perfect for you. And you can earn renewal units!

​For the safety of attendees, this year's MFPE Educator Conference will be held virtually.
 
You can participate at home and in your slippers if you want to.   
   
   The 2020 Educator Conference kicks off next Thursday, October 15 and runs through the 16th. 
Many sessions and great information presented by fellow teachers and keynote speakers.

   Be sure to register ahead of time.
Sign up no later than Wednesday 10.15.20,
and enroll in as many sessions as you want for one low price.

   Click below to get signed up!  
https://mfpe.eventready.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=reg.page&regid=%7E%2D%7E&page_id=4&event_id=2047&flow=reg&live_view=Yes

MFPE 2020 Educator Conference
   Once you select an Attendee Role you cannot change it.
You may review the role types on the tab Registration Fees.
​If you need to change your attendee role please email jwood@mfpe.org
mfpe.eventready.com
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Response Rates:  The 2020 Census is underway.

8/20/2020

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   Have Montanans clicked on the interactive map to see where Montana’s census stands? 
​ It's not good news. 
   Unless the timeline is extended AND Montanans respond to the enumerators, we will lose out on federal funding and miss our chance at a second congressional seat.
   Keep tabs on how many households in your community have responded with this map of self-response rates from across the country.

Start here:  https://2020census.gov/en/response-rates.html

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Consider working part time with the 2020 Census this summer

5/14/2020

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       It is important to us in Montana that our community gets its complete count to receive the     county's proper funds for schools, roads, bridges, future planning, and representation. 
    The following information describes job benefits: 
           * $19.50/hr. temporary work - June through August
           * flexible hours – evening & weekends
           * paid weekly
           * paid at home training
           * reimbursement $0.58/mile
           * PPE will be supplied to every employee
    Interested applicants can use the following contacts:
   Apply online:  2020census.gov/jobs
             phone:  1-855-JOB-2020
             text:  jobs2020 to 313131


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Unofficial results:  GFPS elementary levy passes;                Cahill, Skornogoski, Bronson selected for board

5/6/2020

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by Skylar Rispens, Great Falls Tribune | Updated 5:42 a.m., May 6, 2020 
    Voters chose in favor of an elementary operational levy, while two incumbents and one newcomer were elected to the Great Falls Public School Board of Trustees, according to unofficial final results Tuesday night.
 
   The $1.75 million elementary levy passed by a vote of 10,795 to 8,863, and incumbents Jan Cahill and Kim Skornogoski were re-elected to the school board. Former city commissioner Bill Bronson earned the third open seat on the board of trustees.

   The levy is expected to have a tax impact of $16.27 annually on a $100,000 home, and $32.50 annually on a $200,000 home.
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   The school trustee election was among four community members vying for three vacant positions. The three-year terms of current board members Jan Cahill, Kim Skornogoski and Jason Brantley are set to expire this year.
   This story will be updated. 
   
Unofficial final results:

School board trustee
(Three elected to three-year term): 
Jan Cahill:  13,372*
Kim Skornogoski:  12,929*
Bill Bronson:  10,750*
Eric Hinebauch:  10,303

Elementary levy:

For:  10,795*
Against:  8,893
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A big 'Thank You' to Great Falls teachers...

5/5/2020

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  From Bob Griffith, GFEA president
 Through this trying time in the education of our students, our kids, we want our teachers to know how much we not only appreciate all they do, but that we recognize the extent of how they go above and beyond.
   Even though we know that to do our best teaching, we must stay connected, this time of zoom meetings and social distancing has created challenges for maintaining these connections. And yet, we must stay focused and find ways to connect to our inner lives, our colleagues, our students as well as the skills and knowledge we teach.
   When we live and work in isolation, we miss out on what we need most:  empathy, shared wisdom and communal expertise. And so, to all of you who teach, we know how you are working every day to make a difference in kids' lives. The "connections" you strive to make for the benefit of kids do not go unnoticed. Stay safe. You are appreciated.

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Remote learning will continue for remainder of school year

5/1/2020

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 The Board of Trustees conducted a special meeting at noon on Friday, May 1st, and announced that they will not re-open campuses, and distance learning will continue for the remainder of the current school year.

There is no word yet on whether GFPS will host a modified ceremony for seniors; we will update you as we get more information.

During a work session on Monday, GFPS trustees asked health experts about bringing more than 10,000 students, teachers, and staff back into the district's buildings. Trisha Gardner, the health officer of the Cascade City-County Health Department, says she doesn’t think it is a good idea: “I think it opens up a potential floodgate for this to spread very quickly and easily throughout our community.” She also says the main concern is asymptomatic spread. Since children and young adults have been seen with little to no symptoms, it could spread very easily without being detected. During the work session, trustees said that a survey of parents indicated that 71% of the more than 5,000 respondents said they are not in favor of re-opening schools at this point.

Several days ago, GFPS announced that it is adopting a "Pass/Fail" for the latter portion of the current school year for middle schools and high schools; click here for details. In related news, the Montana High School Association announced on Wednesday that all spring sports in schools across Montana have been canceled for the remainder of the school year.

Many other school districts announced this week that they will not re-open classrooms for the remainder of the current school year, including Billings, Bozeman, Glasgow, Butte, Helena, and Whitefish.

Additional information can be found at ​https://www.krtv.com/news/great-falls-news/gfps-remote-learning-will-continue-for-the-remainder-of-the-school-yearBy: MTN News
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A plea from KEY

4/29/2020

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   In the past month the staff members of the Great Falls Public Schools have come together to provide learning opportunities, food and safe environments in ways no one had ever anticipated, and educators did this quickly and efficiently.
The love shown for students and the school district has been displayed in every aspect of teaching and reaching out to students and the community.
   Thank you for all you do!
   We understand you are busy, likely more than you have ever been, but your help is needed. While the levy appeared to have support prior to the pandemic, no one is sure how building closures will impact votes. This virus affects not only health, but also the economy, and perhaps what our state can bring in for taxes in upcoming years. This in turn could impact school funding in the next legislative cycle.
   Now, more than ever, what we need from you is a little of your TIME. Please reach out to Thai Nguyen, the KEY school levy campaign director, and volunteer to help during this final week until the levy decision is made. Thai can be reached by email:  thai@kidseducationyes.com

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       The corona virus has definitely created a novel reality.  If you check our our website, you will find links to resources for remote learning, and, of course, there is a plethora of information on the website  FaceBook has  great interest groups, too.  
     
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    Youth Art Month
       The MAEA Annual Youth Art Month (YAM) Exhibit at the state capital is sort of on semi-permanent display.  With stay at home orders, it may be there awhile. Victor Daniels, the YAM chair, will keep us posted, but in the interim, please visit our YAM webpage to virtually enjoy the works on display.  Thanks, Victor, for posting the works for us to enjoy from home. 
     
    MAEA Spring Retreat
       As you have probably guessed by now, the annual spring retreat has been cancelled/postponed. We will see what the future holds. 
       If member interest and Nicholas Danielson's availability align, MAEA will try to reschedule when the situation becomes safe for gathering again. The worst case scenario-we will seek out a Bray experience in spring 2021.   
     
    MFPE-MAEA 2020
    Teacher
    Conference      Needs YOU!

       Please submit your proposal to present no later than April 30. The conference committee will convene digitally on MAY 15 to schedule submissions.       The next conference is in Great Falls on October 15th & 16, 2020.  It will be hosted at CM Russell High School. 


    2020 Census Invitations Arrive March 12-20
    Ninety-five percent or about 143 million households in the country will receive an initial invitation to respond to the 2020 Census in their mailboxes between March 12 and 20. The U.S. Census Bureau released informational copies today of the invitations, the enclosed materials, and the subsequent reminders households will receive. These materials can help the public know what to expect and avoid potential scams. 
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    Montana
    ​No Kid Hungry

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       The February winner of the Montana Teachers for Breakfast giveaway has been drawn – check out THIS VIDEO of the live drawing to find out which Montana teacher won the prize! And congratulations again to Randi White from Lockwood for being drawn the January winner!
       The March round is now open, so don’t forget to put your name in the hat on the giveaway website for your chance to win $100 for your classroom: https://mtteachers4breakfast.shortstack.com/XD9Xdd
       Remember that you can enter every month if you’re not drawn a winner, so even if you entered last month be sure to go back and fill out the form again for your name to be counted in the March drawing. The giveaway is open to all Montana teachers who somehow incorporate breakfast into their students’ school day. 



    2020 
    Montana
    Educators' Conference

    Where:  GREAT FALLS
    C.M.RUSSELL HIGH SCHOOL
    When:  OCT. 15-16, 2020             Helping our members succeed in their careers is a top priority for MFPE. That’s why, each year, we sponsor the Educator Conference -- the best professional development of its kind anywhere.
       MFPE teams up with 18 Montana curriculum groups to bring you the best in teacher-led professional learning. More than 500 workshops, keynotes, & institutes are available. No matter what or where you teach. You’ll find a wealth of events perfect for you. And you can earn renewal units!
      To find more information and to submit a proposal to present, please visit the following: 
    https://www.mfpe.org/edconference/

    Fourteenth Indian Education for All Conference

        A May conference will be held for Best Practices in Indian Education for All.  
    Date:  May 3-5, 2020
    ​Location:  Montana State University, Billings
       The theme for the 14th Annual Indian Education for All Best Practices Conference is "Indigenizing Education in Montana".
       We are seeking exciting and well written proposals that emphasize the Montana American Indian perspective across the curriculum. Though a wide variety of proposals in all subject areas will be accepted, special attention will be given to elementary, mathematics, early literacy. 
       Presentation times will be 60-75 minutes in length.
       Presenters will receive free conference registration.

       Be creative! Come share your knowledge with us! 
       If you are interested in being a presenter, please fill out the following call for proposals:  <https://forms.gle/G3t3MEe3GdqWKDos8>.
     
    PRELIMINARY AGENDA
    ​
    <http://opi.mt.gov/Portals/182/Page%20Files/Indian%20Education/Conference_Info/Agenda_Preliminary_BP2020.pdf?ver=2020-01-16-151648-263>

    REGISTER
    for Best Practices Conference
    <https://forms.gle/2vstQs8RVUy1WJ2p9>

    ADVOCACY AWARD NOMINATIONS
    <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSefOls5BsFqwYdVRV-9hawmFQLHSe9Jdj9RGsIR-VGbx5B4vg/viewform>

    Please contact
    for more information:

    Mike Jetty
    Indian Education Specialist
    Montana Office of Public Instruction
    1300 11th Ave
    Helena, MT  59620-2501
    http://opi.mt.gov/Educators/Teaching-Learning/Indian-Education


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