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MTA Today Summer 2026
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MTA Today, Summer 2026

New MTA President Matt Bach and Vice President Deb Gesualdo sat down for an interview with MTA Today, sharing their thoughts on what they learned as they campaigned for their seats, why they chose education as a career, and why autonomy is so important for public educators. Read the article and watch an extended video of the interview. The summer edition also includes a primary election guide and full coverage of Summer Conference.
MTA Today Summer 2026

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Coaches with Educators Electrifying Everything met with staff at East Somerville Elementary School in April 2026.
Education Justice

Educators Electrifying Everything Ready to Help Members

by: Susan Hoague August 14, 2026
Members of the MTA's Climate Action Task Force have created Educators Electrifying Everything, whose coaches can share ideas about lowering energy bills and explain decarbonization options.
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An Update on Ballot Questions

by: Mary MacDonald August 14, 2026
In May, MTA delegates to Annual Meeting agreed to authorize the use of MTA resources for several ballot questions. What's the status of these and other questions?

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MTA Today is the official publication of the Massachusetts Teachers Association, connecting members to the issues shaping public education and our profession. Published three times a year in print—with a digital edition in the summer—MTA Today features in-depth reporting, member voices, and practical insights on policy, organizing, and the work happening in classrooms and communities across the Commonwealth.

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For the first time, Education Support Professionals had their own day of solidarity building and collaboration at the MTA Summer Conference. Held on a Sunday, because so many ESPs are forced by low wages to work additional jobs, the day encouraged members to reflect on their strengths and challenges as union members.
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The MTA represents 117,000 members in 400 local associations throughout Massachusetts. We are teachers, faculty, professional staff and Education Support Professionals working at public schools, colleges and universities across Massachusetts.