In the News

• Governor releases budget for 2013
  MTA's summary of the key elements of the budget that affect public education.
• Suit filed on ballot initiative
  MTA files suit against Stand ballot question on behalf of diverse group of education stakeholders.
• NEA ESP Leaders for Tomorrow
  Applications for the next round of this popular training program for education support professionals is April 6.
• Senator Kerry introduces Social Security Offset legislation in Senate
  The MTA and the NEA are strong supporters of the Social Security Fairness Act which seeks to repeal the Government Pension Offset and the Windfall Elimination Provision.
• ESP Conference
  March 30 & 31 on Cape Cod. Online registration now open. Save $10 off the $60 fee if you register by February 10.
• Understanding Workplace Bullying
  This Western region training is open to 3-4 representatives from local affiliates with a ceiling of 40 participants.
• Ad highlights Scott Brown’s votes to end unemployment benefits
  Learn more about Senator Brown’s record in the U.S. Senate at rethinkbrown.com.
• Massachusetts wins funding under federal Early Learning Challenge competition
  The plan will support the Commonwealth’s continued work across the education and health and human services sectors to build strong foundations for young learners.
• Action Agenda for Education
  NEA plan incorporates proven best practices from thousands of leading teachers from around the country.

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