MSTA Presents

2023 MSTA Convention Presenters - Kristie Zorn

Kristie Zorn, 8th grade science teacher at Fort Osage, gives us some insight into her MSTA convention workshop, "School should be FUN! Brain breaks, transitions, and fun in the classroom."

Episode 29: Dr. Jason Adams discusses Learning Forward and the Learning Forward Conference

Dr. Deana Ogden, Professional Learning Manager for MSTA and Dr. Jason Adams, Assistant Superintendent for Learning, Webster Groves School District and President - Missouri Learning Forward and Team Member - National Learning Forward Conference Planning Committee join the podcast to discuss Learning Forward and the upcoming Learning Forward Conference. 
www.learningforwardmo.org
www.learningforward.org
 

Episode 31: MSTA Convention Keynote and Deep Dive Speaker, Dr. Brooks Gibbs

Dr. Brooks Gibbs, Resilience Educator with a PHD in social psychology joins Todd and Dr. Deana Ogden to give a preview of his Keynote presentation and his Deep Dive workshop at MSTA's 2023 Convention. 
You can learn more about Dr. Gibbs here.
Click here to learn more about his MSTA convention presentation.
Click here to register for the Deep Dive.

Episode 30: Savi and a discussion on student loan forgiveness

Today we are joined by Chief Borrower Advocate for Savi, Lindsay Clark. MSTA has partnered with Savi Student Loan Repayment to help members navigate student loan forgiveness. Lindsay discusses the timeline for payments restarting as well as what MSTA members can do to make sure they are prepared for the repayment process.
https://msta.bysavi.com/
www.studentaid.gov
 
 

Episode 28: MSTA’s fall Extended Book Study with Ursulla Wadley

Today we introduce MSTA's Extended Book Study Series and speak with facilitator and JAG Specialist, Ursulla Wadley about the first book, Fostering Resilient Learners.

Episode 27: A conversation with PSRS/PEERS Executive Director, Dearld Snider

Matt Michelson and Todd Fuller talk to Dearld Snider about Senate Bill 75 and 20, critical shortage changes, work after retirement and the COLA.
Find out more about PSRS/PEERS here. 
If you have a question or a podcast idea, email Todd here. 

Episode 25: Interview with Allyson Apsey, Author of Leading the Whole Teacher

We had the opportunity to speak with Allyson Apsey, author of Leading the Whole Teacher: Strategies for Supporting the Educators in Your School. You can find out more about Allyson by visiting her website. You can find out more about Leading the Whole Teacher here.

Episode 26: 2023 Legislative Recap with MSTA’s Director of Education Policy, Matt Michelson

Today we revisit the 2023. legislative session and talk about what we think the 2024 session may bring. Click here for more information about MSTA's Department of Education Policy.

Episode 24: MSTA’s Professional Development Opportunities

MSTA Professional Developer, Darbie Valenti Huff joins Todd to discuss current professional learning opportunities as well as future workshops and events.
You can find out more about MSTA's Professional Learning services here.
If you have ideas for professional learning topics or you're interested in presenting for MSTA, you can send an email to professional_learning@msta.org or directly to Darbie at darbieh@msta.org
 
 
 

Episode 23: A Conversation with PSRS/PEERS Executive Director, Dearld Snider

MSTA sits down with PSRS/PEERS Executive Director, Dearld Snider to discuss the board, the market, retirement trends, and what you can do to prepare for retirement.
https://www.psrs-peers.org/
1-800-392-6848