Recharge and connect at our Educator Appreciation Social on August 6th, 4:30-7:30 PM. We recognize and appreciate the vital role you play in shaping the future. You're serving up success every day! Enjoy free pickleball, hassle-free paddle and ball rentals. All educators are welcome, regardless of pickleball experience – come rally with us!

 📆 August 6 | 4:30-7:30 PM
🏸  Free Pickleball Play
🏓  Free Paddle & Ball Rental

• Can I bring my family? Yes!

• How will I be appreciated? Connect with friend, enjoy appetizers, and of course, play some pickleball!

• Can I come late or leave early? Yes, of course! Feel free to join us whenever you can.

• Will there be a program? Yes, there will be a short program you won't want to miss!

• What if I don't like pickleball? No problem at all! There will be tons of other activities to enjoy, and you don't have to play a full game. We'll even have some fun skills challenges!

If you'd like to nominate someone for our "Feature a Teacher" Friday, fill out the google form below!

Present at the Inaugural Statewide PowerSchool User Group Conference!
Don't miss your chance to be a part of the inaugural Statewide PowerSchool User Group Conference on November 3, 2025, at the beautiful Stoney Creek Hotel in Columbia, MO! This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow PowerSchool users from across the state, share your expertise, and gain invaluable insights to maximize your PowerSchool experience.

Waived Registration for Presenters!
We're looking for dynamic presentations that will help our attendees get the most out of PowerSchool. If you commit to presenting at least one breakout session, your registration fees will be waived! This is a great way to share your knowledge and attend the conference for free.

Submit Your Proposal Today!
Ready to share your PowerSchool wisdom? The deadline for proposals is September 1st, 2025. Don't wait – submit your breakout session proposal today and help shape an amazing conference experience!

A4LE is excited to invite you and your leadership team to an event designed specifically for educational leaders.  

As artificial intelligence rapidly reshapes industries, it's crucial for schools to stay informed and prepared. This session will explore how AI is impacting teaching, learning, operations, and decision-making, and what it means for the future of education.

Whether you're just starting to explore AI or already integrating it into your district, this event will provide valuable knowledge and spark important conversations.

I hope you can join us for this timely and thought-provoking conversation.

With more than 42,000 members, the Missouri State Teachers Association is the largest teachers’ organization in the state of Missouri. MSTA’s mission is to advocate for and empower public educators so they can teach. MSTA is proud to offer continued support to Connected Learning.

For more information, visit www.msta.org

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