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A big 'Thank You' to Great Falls teachers...

5/5/2021

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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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GFEA endorses Marlee Sunchild for position as Great Falls School Board Trustee

4/13/2021

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   School Board Trustee Position
    The only item on the ballot this year is one three-year term trustee position on the school board. 
   
   GFEA has interviewed the eight candidates. Of these, GFEA has chosen to endorse Marlee Sunchild for the open school board position.
   For more information on Sunchild's campaign, please see her Facebook page: 

https://www.facebook.com/Marlee-Sunchild-for-School-Board-102744488574563/
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 The deadline for candidates to have filed for election was March 25, 2021.  
   The mail ballot election will be run by the Cascade County Elections Department. Ballots will be sent on April 19, 2021, and in order to be counted, must be received by May 4, 2021.  
   
   Ballots can be mailed back or dropped off at the Cascade County Elections Office until May 4. 
 
  Ballots may be dropped at the Elections Office at the Courthouse Annex. The address:  325 2nd Avenue North, on Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. before Election Day.

 
    Voters may also vote in person at Expo Park on May 4.   

   On Election Day, ballots can be dropped at the Exhibition Hall at the Montana Expo Park. The address:  400 3rd St. NW and/or at the Courthouse Annex from 7 a.m.-8 p.m.     

2021 Great Falls Public Schools Election Information

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Ready, set, plan to present a session and attend the 2021 MFPE Educators' Conference

3/23/2021

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Even during a pandemic and legislative session, MFPE staff, governance and members continue to planning to provide the BEST professional development available to educators.

Yes, the conference is seven months away, and that feels like an eternity; however, the deadline for applications to present sessions for the conference is April 30, 2021. 

Please encourage amazing MFPE members and community partners to submit 
applications to present soon!
 
Go here to read all about the 2021 MFPE Educators' Conference.  
 
We have recently updated the website to include a local hotel list: 
​https://www.mfpe.org/2021-educator-conference/#

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Federal Retail Pharmacy Program now offers vaccines                for teachers, school staff, childcare workers

3/5/2021

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Montana Educators Now Qualify                      for COVID-19 Vaccine Following Tester Push​


(U.S. Senate) – As part of his continued efforts to ensure that Montana schools can fully reopen as quickly and safely as possible, U.S. Senator Jon Tester announced that, following his efforts, school teachers and staff in pre-K-12 schools and childcare programs are now able to sign up to receive a COVID-19 vaccine at pharmacies participating in the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program. 

​They can find the nearest pharmacy at vaccinefinder.org to make an appointment. 

 
These vaccines are not a part of Montana’s state allocations, instead coming from the Biden Administration’s Federal Retail Pharmacy Program which partners with pharmacies across the country to distribute vaccines as quickly and effectively as possible.

On Monday, Montana will move into Phase 1B+ of its vaccination plan, but educators and other essential workers are still under Phase 1C.

 
“In my conversations with parents, students, and teachers across Montana, it’s clear we all share the same goal of getting our schools fully reopened as quickly and safely as possible,” said Tester. “That is why I fought to extend this initiative to ensure Montana’s teachers, school staff, and childcare workers can get vaccinated. I’ll continue to prioritize the safety of our students and educators as we fully reopen our schools.”
 
The Federal Retail Pharmacy Program for COVID-19 Vaccination is a collaboration between the federal government, states and territories and 21 national pharmacy partners and independent pharmacy networks to increase access to coronavirus vaccinations across the country. On March 2, following pressure from Tester and education advocates across the country, the Biden Administration announced a directive that all states prioritize school staff and childcare workers for vaccines, challenging states to get everyone in this group vaccinated by the end of March.
 
Tester has been working diligently to ensure that Montanans are able to receive a COVID-19 vaccine as quickly as possible. This week, he secured $20 billion for vaccine distribution in the COVID relief package making its way through Congress, and over the past few weeks, he has successfully pushed the Biden Administration to allocate significant increases in vaccine distributions to Montana.
 
Tester also fought tirelessly to secure $11 billion as a part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act to support the development of a COVID-19 vaccine, including $156 million for the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease to accelerate research and development of treatment and vaccines, and to secure additional funding of $4.5 billion for vaccine distribution and administration in the December COVID relief package.
 


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Consider attending MFPE spring virtual meetings

3/2/2021

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   MFPE Spring Virtual Meetings start soon!
   All meetings will be held virtually for the safety of all members. 
Be sure to register ahead of time!

   MFPE Spring Virtual Meetings are a great way to learn what’s going on with your union MFPE at the statewide level.
   The meeting will provide a preview of all issues that will be discussed at the 4th MFPE Annual Conference.     
     The Annual Conference is MFPE’s most important gathering.
 During this year’s Annual Conference, MFPE will elect a statewide officer (NEA Director) as well as board members from half of MFPE’s membership districts.
     Delegates will also adopt a statewide dues and budget.
     Other agenda items for the MFPE Spring Virtual Meetings include an overview of legislation being
considered by 2021 Montana Legislature. and also, important updates about MFPE events and opportunities.
 
     The MFPE Spring Virtual Meetings will be held on March 3, March 10 and March 17.

       All members are encouraged to attend the meeting most convenient for them. 
Click here to register for one of the meetings.


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Learn what you need to do to stay informed about pertinent issues on the Montana legislature's agenda

2/24/2021

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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
es.

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Mansfield Center hosts Dr. Anthony Fauci in lecture series

2/3/2021

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​   The Mansfield Center is honored to host Dr. Anthony Fauci for the 2021 Mansfield Lecture in a conversation and public Q&A, in which we will select four questions in advance to be posed live directly to Dr. Fauci.

To register for the talk and to submit a question, please use this link: 
 https://www.umt.edu/mansfield/events/mansfield-lectures/default.php
 
Please also join us for addition Pandemic Dialogues; registration is live now at this link: 
 https://www.umt.edu/mansfield/events/mansfield-dialogues/default.php

·Disproportionate Impacts on Native Communities: Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021, at noon
    The discussions will feature Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes Chairwoman Shelly R. Fyant, Fort Peck Tribes Councilwoman Kaci Wallette and We are Montana Founder Cora Neumann.·

Rights and Responsibilities in a Time of COVID: Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021, at noon.
   The discussion will feature Anna Conley, Senior Civil Deputy, Missoula County Attorney's Office, Former Montana Supreme Court Justice Jim Nelson, Five on Black Owner Tom Snyder and Montana House of Representatives Majority Leader Sue Vinton.
​   The discussion will be moderated by UM Constitutional Law Professor Anthony Johnstone.


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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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    ​EXECUTIVE BOARD ELECTION RESULTS


     OFFICERS
    1st Vice President
     Lance Olson

    Secretary-Treasurer

     * Stephanie Olson

     
     REPRESENTATIVES
    Elementary
     * Eric Bush
     * Kari Rosenleaf

    Middle School

      Nick Herd

    ​High School

     * Dawn O’Leary

    Member-At-Large
     * Arienne Konesky


     * Asterik indicates unopposed position elected
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     Terms run
     June 2022 – June 2024.

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    Youth Art Month

    The Youth Art Month
    2022 Art Show
    at the Montana State Capitol is fast approaching!
     
    ​
    • If you would like to participate please beginning preparing artworks for the show!
    • Each teacher can send two to three 2-D pieces, pending scale & response
    • Works must be mounted/matted and hang-able (hot glue and string works great)
    • We use Command strips on marble to hang, so works can’t be too heavy
    • NO FRAMES unless YOU provide the easel
    • 3-D works are encouraged, number is not as limited but please think of media when shipping

    To register artworks, please fill out a separate form for each student located at the following link: ​https://forms.gle/x5HvLozL9rTfkK9UA//forms.gle/qSyhFfCGRqj96JQE8 
    (The registration link is also available on the Youth Art Month Website)

    Important Dates:
    Feb. 3 - Mail art:
    Victor Daniel,
    MAEA Youth Art Month Chair

    C/O Helena High School
    1300 Billings Ave
    Helena, MT 59601

    Feb. 23 - Show Install
    Youth Art Month Show : Through March
    April 6 - Takedown
     
    Please email 
    vdaniel@helenaschools.org

    Belgrade art teachers welcome students, teachers
    to the Montana
    ​Art Invitational

        Hello,
    Art Teachers of Montana!
       This April 29-March 1, come join us here in beautiful Belgrade, Montana, for our annual Montana Art Invitational (MAI).
        What is MAI exactly? Well, my friends, it's an amazing opportunity for your students to experience art outside of the classroom.
       It includes classes showcasing local artists who are excited to share their techniques, a look at what it is like to go to art school here at MSU, and fun games to get to know our awesome Montana art community.
        Students will be housed over the weekend here at Belgrade High School, meals provided, with a small fee of $35 to cover costs of materials.
        Our Covid-19 policy reflects our district's decision to strongly recommend masks.
        Please consider this opportunity. As a fellow art teacher, we all know the power of creative communities. Let us help facilitate the future of Montana.
    -Belgrade Art Department

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