Maryland State Education Association

Literacy Support in the State House; Educator Pathways Bills Advance - Maryland State Education Association THIS WEEK IN ANNAPOLIS MSEA, Legislators, Clifford the Big Red Dog Celebrate Read Across America On Tuesday, MSEA and the Maryland General Assembly recognized Read Across America Day, the annual natio...

It's not every week that Clifford the Big Red Dog guest stars in our rundown of what happened in Annapolis!
https://marylandeducators.org/literacy-support-in-the-state-house-educator-pathways-bills-advance/

From a successful One Big Union: Learning, Advocating, and Empowering conference on Saturday to a packed ESP Lobby Night on Monday to meaningful Read Across America events in Annapolis and across the state throughout the week, it's been a great week driven by our members and their work for students!

A little snow can’t stop education support professionals from across Maryland from coming to Annapolis to speak up for a living wage, fairness, and respect! #espbillofrights

📚 Happy Read Across America month! 📚 We were thrilled to kick off a month of reading celebrations and book donations in Washington County at Fountaindale Elementary this morning. Look for lots more photos of reading celebrations to come over the next few weeks!

Thanks to Dr. Cierra Kaler-Jones for an inspiring keynote and to hundreds of members from across the state for joining us for today’s One Big Union: Learning, Advocating, and Empowering event!

Get the latest on educator- and student-focused bills moving in Annapolis this legislative session, including legislation on educator voice, school funding, and living wage legislation.
https://marylandeducators.org/bills-good-for-students-educators-advance/

THIS WEEK: The Maryland Comptroller’s office is hosting a special tax tip webinar for educators on February 25. Get resources, learn how to stay safe from fraud, and maximize your refund. Stay for the Q&A! Register at https://marylandtaxes.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oZwrw7pPRPeCYXeP4gulFw

MSEA Pushes for Better Report Card School Accountability System, Worker Rights - Maryland State Education Association THIS WEEK IN ANNAPOLIS MSEA Advocates for Better Report Card School Accountability System This week featured the introduction of House Bill 1582, legislation that would alter the star rating school ac...

Changes to Maryland's report card school accountability system could be coming. Learn more and get the latest ⬇️
https://marylandeducators.org/msea-pushes-for-better-school-accountability-system-worker-rights/

The MD Comptroller’s office is showing up for educators in a special tax tip webinar for educators on February 25. Get resources, learn how to stay safe from fraud, and maximize your refund. Stay for the Q&A! Register today at https://marylandtaxes.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oZwrw7pPRPeCYXeP4gulFw

Governor Underscores Commitment to K-12, Educators in State of State - Maryland State Education Association THIS WEEK IN ANNAPOLIS State of State Includes Respect for Educators On Wednesday, in his fourth State of the State address Gov. Moore outlined his commitment to his agenda to improve life for Marylan...

Get the rundown on the governor's State of the State Address, the introduction of several ESP Bill of Rights-related bills, NEA's recommendations in several MD Congressional races, and much more! 👇
https://marylandeducators.org/governor-underscores-commitment-to-k-12-educators-in-state-of-state/

Headlines: Attorney General Brown Secures Commitment from Trump Administration that Removes Threats to Millions in Education Funding Agreement Removes Threats to More than $700 Million in Annual Federal Education Assistance for Maryland, Including More than $250 Million to Support Students with Disabilities

Working with a coalition of attorneys generals from across the country, @oagmaryland.bsky.social has delivered ANOTHER win for Maryland families.

Thanks to their work, the Trump Administration can no longer threaten to withhold MILLIONS of federal funding from state and local education agencies.

Educators were out for Gov. Moore's State of the State! Baltimore Co teacher Edwin Pérez was LG Miller's guest, MD Teacher of the Year ALonna Soward-Puryear & National School Counselor of the Year Danielle Crankfield were recognized during the address, & MSEA President Paul Lemle was in attendance.

Thank you to the 70+ building reps from the Eastern Shore who joined this weekend's building rep training in Ocean City. It was a great training helping to empower members as strong organizers, advocates, and reps! ✊ 💪

Get the latest updates on the bills advancing and being heard in Annapolis this week 👇
https://marylandeducators.org/bills-to-rein-in-brutal-immigration-law-enforcement-tactics-advance/

Check out our latest "How I Teach" column featuring Montgomery County math teacher Robert "Tre" Hickey's pedagogical approach to identity, philosophy, and the cultivation of citizenship: https://marylandeducators.org/how-i-teach-robert-tre-hickey/

“Grow Your Own programs changed my life & I know it can make a big difference in the lives of so many other educators and students."

Learn about Gov Moore's GYO priority & how it has helped educators like Ronnie Beard: https://marylandeducators.org/grow-your-own-support-staff-to-teacher-programs/

Each year, members map out a legislative agenda for MSEA to focus on during the General Assembly session. What's on the agenda this year? Find out at https://marylandeducators.org/mseas-2026-legislative-agenda/

Happy National School Counseling Week! Thank you to all of Maryland's incredible school counselors who help students each and every day to find success in school and in the future of their dreams.

MSEA Briefs Legislators on Blueprint Progress, Session Goals - Maryland State Education Association THIS WEEK IN ANNAPOLIS MSEA Enlightens Lawmakers about Major Education Issues, Progress On Wednesday, MSEA President Paul Lemle, Vice President Nikki Woodward, and Executive Director Sean Johnson informed members of the House Ways and Means and Appropri...

Get the latest on the budget, Blueprint, and updates on educator leaders as former MCEA president Del. Bonnie Cullison retires & teacher member of the State Board Nicole Murray-Lewis joins her first meeting.
https://marylandeducators.org/msea-briefs-legislators-on-blueprint-progress-session-goals/

"A better system is possible."

MSEA President Paul Lemle on the star rating system, a descriptive model, and potential paths forward for Maryland: https://marylandeducators.org/where-we-stand-with-msea-president-paul-lemle-5/

"I knew I wanted to be a school counselor when I was in high school...This is not easy work, but it is necessary." -Anne Arundel County's school counselor Danielle Crankfield

Read more: https://marylandeducators.org/3-questions-danielle-crankfield-2026-national-school-counselor-of-the-year/

Aspiring Educators: JOIN US in Annapolis! We’re fighting for the public education every student deserves. Meet up at 5 p.m. for Lobbying 101 and stay for dinner after your meetings with legislators—it’s on us! Learn more and register: https://marylandeducators.org/2026-aspiring-educator-lobby-night/

"I have been proud to serve our union on all levels as we use our power to improve the working, teaching, & learning conditions for teachers, ESPs, & our students." -Allegany County's Stewart Monroe

More: https://marylandeducators.org/my-turn-allegany-county-instructional-assistant-stewart-monroe/

Governor’s Budget Sees Public Schools As Foundation of Everything - Maryland State Education Association THIS WEEK IN ANNAPOLIS Budget Keeps Commitment to Education as State’s Foundation The governor presented a $71 billion state budget for fiscal year 2027 built on three foundational pillars: protect Ma...

What does Gov. Moore's budget mean for our public schools? Get the rundown here.
https://marylandeducators.org/governors-budget-sees-public-schools-as-foundation-of-everything/

NEA joins #ICEOutSchools campaign, urging solidarity with immigrants on January 23 by wearing blue and sharing supportive messages. Includes social media hashtag ICEOutSchools and a call to declare schools, churches, and hospitals as protected spaces.

Wear blue tomorrow, January 23, as a visible sign that we stand together—across state lines and across communities—in support of safe, welcoming public schools where children can learn without fear. #ICEOutSchools

📢 MSEA Vice President Nikki Woodward and Baltimore County community school liaison Cortly Witherspoon spoke at this morning's Living Wage for All rally in Annapolis. 📢

Let's honor the dignity and work of all Maryland workers and pass a living wage bill!

In honor of #MLKDay, we share a favorite quote on education by the great civil rights leader.

What is your favorite quote by Dr. King?

2026 Session Begins: MSEA Prioritizes Educator Workplace, Budget, Rights, Testing - Maryland State Education Association THIS WEEK IN ANNAPOLIS MSEA Advances Legislative Priorities Amid Intense Federal, Local Pressures The 447th General Assembly session opened on Wednesday, at the start of an election year for all 188 s...

The 2026 legislative session has begun! Get up to speed on MSEA's priorities, new leaders in the House of Delegates, and much more.
https://marylandeducators.org/2026-session-begins-msea-prioritizes-educator-workplace-budget-rights-testing/

Come inspire and empower fellow educators at MSEA’s Instruction and Professional Development Conference on February 28 in Hyattsville! Participants will leave with strategies that can be implemented on the job immediately.

Learn more and RSVP here: https://marylandeducators.org/2026-ipd-conference/

📢 Calling all Aspiring Educators! 📢

Join us for our annual Aspiring Educator Lobby Night at the General Assembly! We'll meet up in Annapolis, lobby our legislators on issues that matter to AEs and our schools, and grab dinner.

RSVP: https://marylandeducators.org/2026-aspiring-educator-lobby-night/