For Teachers, Work-Life Boundaries Are Harder to Keep Than Ever

Calling all new teachers! 🗣️ MSTA’s BTAP gives you in-person support and fulfills Year One, Quarter One of DESE's BTAP requirement. Sessions across the state begin on July 31. No membership needed. Register for a BTAP near you: https://t.co/1JilcbyQi9

Congratulations to the MSTA members who have been named @MOEducation Regional Teachers of the Year!

What did the 2025 legislative session mean for Missouri public schools? After Gov. Kehoe signed the 2026 budget, MSTA breaks it down: - Ed funding updates - What’s in SB68 - How to get involved ... and more. 🎥 Watch: https://t.co/oVrirxZvSi #MSTA #MSTAAction #EdPolicy

The Missouri Legislature has approved the Fiscal Year 2026 state operating budget in a considerable win for public education. 💰 #MSTAAction #EducationPolicy

SCHOOL & COMMUNITY: Hallsville and @SoBoCoSchools School Districts are building connections with older adults in their communities. Read why these programs are beneficial and how they came to be in the newest edition of S&C: https://t.co/OEukSQCsE6

High turnover in schools often isn’t just about pay. Teachers and staff rarely leave jobs where they feel valued, supported, and treated as professionals. A positive culture of respect and appreciation makes all the difference.

I can honestly say that I had no idea just how much teachers do—or how much they sacrifice—until I became one. I never truly understood the long hours, the emotional weight, the relentless dedication, or the deep love that keeps us going, even when the world seems against us.

Education says teachers need to use differentiation but uses standardized tests to create a cookie cutter student. Districts tell teachers to be innovative and creative but use a standardized eval to create a cookie cutter teacher. It's so frustrating, and now I want a cookie!

Did you know that curiosity is key for learning, memory retention, & creativity? This week tip fosters curiosity while being a tool you can use for a brain break, a regulation strategy, or as a lesson hook. The best part is it's already prepared for you! https://t.co/HW5cZvs9IP

Happy Super Bowl Sunday!❤️🏈 Many of our members and staff are excited about tonight's big game! Thanks to everyone who sent in photos. Enjoy your weekend and GO @CHIEFS! #SBLIX

If Isiah Pacheco scores a touchdown and the Chiefs win SB LIX, we'll give an Isiah Pacheco autographed jersey to someone who reposts this post and follows us!

This week in Action, we hear from MSTA State President Amy Kelsey about the importance of Capitol Visits, dive into DESE's budget requests for the year, and look at who's serving on committees affecting public education.

This week in Action, we cover which statewide officials were sworn into office, a new job tool created by DESE, the MSTA Salary Book, and an upcoming PD opportunity for new teachers. Members, check your email for the link!

Members, check your emails for the first MSTA Action of 2025! This week, we cover the start of the 2025 legislative session, what happened in the recent State Board of Education meeting, the latest on the repeal of the WEP/GPO, and more.

Thousands of Teachers Will Get a Retirement Boost. Here's How It Works

MSTA's official statement on the passage of H.R. 82:

Please join MSTA in contacting Missouri’s Senators and urging them to support the Social Security Fairness Act. This will eliminate unfair provisions that penalize our retired educators. Contact Sen. Hawley: https://t.co/vHUAABOpJS Contact Sen. Schmitt: https://t.co/gAjlZgNoqH

We asked Future Teachers of America students what they want to know about becoming a teacher.🍎✏️ This week's question is from Madison at Cole Camp High School: What is your favorite part about teaching? Tell us in the comments!

Remember to focus on the whole teacher this fall.