Year in Review

A note from cta president

Hello there!

As we look back on all that we did during the 2018-2019 school year, I am so excited for the involvement in not only our local CTA but at the region and state level. I am so proud to be a MSTA member and the President for our local CTA. The level of professional support that is offered through MSTA is amazing!

If you are new to CTA and MSTA, I say "welcome to the best organization for all educators!" I hope you find opportunities available help to support you in your career. DO not hesitate to jump right in. I have met the best professional support that is right here in our state! The connections made through this organization are so valuable!

If you have been around the CTA & MSTA "block" then come on back! The benefits are available for you too! I would love for you to come to some local meetings and region meetings and celebrations. Please share some of the used-to's!

I am always looking for some ideas for increasing participation and support in our district. Feel free to contact me at anytime with ideas, questions, or concerns! Remember our Field Service Coordinator, Kim Bielinski, is super easy to get a hold of and is here to help support you too! Her email is kimb@msta.org. She truly is the best!!

-Emily Lehman

CTA President, 2017-present

msta state Convention and Assembly of delegates

Five CTA educators joined teachers across the state this week at the Missouri State Teachers Association (MSTA) Convention and Assembly of Delegates in Columbia, MO. These teachers are also members of the Clinton CTA organization, which is an affiliate of the MSTA organization.

Along with conducting association business, our teachers received professional development and networked with educators from across the state. The governor of Missouri, Mike Parson addressed the assembly of delegates and expressed his support for public education.

Christy Curtis, State MSTA Impact Committee member

Emily Lehman, Clinton CTA President, MSTA Central Region Board Member

Shasta Hetherington, Clinton CTA Vice President

Alex Hill, Clinton CTA member

Kendal Hathcock, Clinton CTA Treasurer

Impact Committee

Clinton CTA member, Christy Curtis (HES) serves another year on the state legislative IMPACT committee as a representative for the Central Region. This committee meets to discuss and interview the candidates for the upcoming election of Missouri State Representatives and State Senators.

The IMPACT committee is made of one member from each of MSTA’s 10 regions. They review candidate surveys and incumbent voting records, as well as the outcome of interviews conducted by MSTA members with candidates. After examining the available information, the committee makes endorsements.

The candidates on the endorsement list have demonstrated their support for public schools and teachers. Weekly during open session, MSTA sends an update for bills and legislation that relates to education. You can find out more here.

Mayor Proclamation

During American Education Week, the Mayor of Clinton Greg Lowe stopped by Henry Elementary. The mayor signed a proclamation for AEW in Emily Lehman's (HES) Kindergarten classroom with a classroom full of kids!

Central Region Capitol Visit

On March 6th CTA members, along with other Central Region members, headed to Jefferson City to meet with legislators to advocate for support for public education. The evening began at the capitol building and Central Region members were able to visit representatives and senators then finished with a dinner accompanied by representative from our region! We love networking with our out-of-district Central Region friends!

Central Region Open Hearing & Fall Business Meeting

CTA members attended Central Region Open Hearing and Annual Business Meeting on October 3rd in Sedalia. At the open hearing, Emily Lehman (HES) was nominated as a Central Region President-Elect. Following the annual business meeting, members enjoyed a dinner and connected with members from other CTAs in the Central Region. The Open Hearing began after dinner, delegates for Convention were able to hear from candidates running for MSTA state board and heard updates and information about convention and the Assembly of Delegates.

Clinton CTA RECOGNIZES Award Winners

Nominations were accepted in the spring for local Clinton CTA Awards. The executive committee reviewed the applications and selected winners. The winners locally were sent on to Central Region for further review and opportunity for recognition. Recipients were recognized at the April CTA meeting.

Congratulations to Julia Stone (CECC) for being nominated and selected as Clinton CTA teacher of the year. Thank you for all you have done this year for our district!

Congratulations to Kendra Huffman (HE) for being nominated and selected as Clinton CTA support staff of the year. Thank you for all you do!

Congratulations to Kendal Hathcock (CiS) for being nominated and chosen as our local Clinton CTA New Professional of the Year!

Congratulations to Susan Potter (HE) for receiving a $600 mini grant from the MSTA Central Region!

Congratulations to Katelyn Panek (HE) for receiving a $500 scholarship for continuing education from the MSTA Central Region!

Trista Himes was reimbursed state dues $219 for her name being drawn after attending all CTA meetings this year!!

Salary workshop hosted

A FREE Salary Workshop was hosted by Clinton CTA in Clinton on March 7th at the Henry County Library Friend's room.

Attendees received a Financial Analysis that detailed how much money is available for their specific district. Sid Doerhoff, Consultant with MSTA’s Research and Salary Department, explained school finance so everyone was able to understand and provided an update of the financial outlook from the state level. He also took time to discuss each district’s analysis individually.

Board of Education Digital Forum

The CTA sent a questionnaire and request for a video explaining why they were running to the Board of Education Candidates during the April 3rd Municipal elections. The videos were posted on Facebook and Twitter. The videos reached over 3.3K (3,300) people according to Facebook statistics.

Teacher Appreciation

The Clinton CTA provided a Sonic drink delivery for all of our members during Teacher Appreciation Week! Congratulations to all the members that won AMAZON gift cards from the CTA during our daily gift card drawings!

Jeanine Snyder (CECC), Maddy Houk (HE), Brea Ryberg (CIS), Jamie Woods (CMS), Jessie Thompson (CHS), Brad Stone (CTS)

Central Region Spring Banquet

Clinton CTA members attended the Central Region Spring Banquet in Sedalia on May 2nd. This was a "star studded" way to wrap up the year and celebrate retirees, award winners, and scholarship recipients from the MSTA Central Region.

high school scholarship awarded

Clinton CTA awarded a $500 scholarship to senior, Ryan Pitts who is attending college next year and planning on a career in speech pathology and education!

Summer MSTA Leadership Conference

Leaders for the Clinton CTA will attend the MSTA Leadership Conference in July. Clinton CTA member, Emily Lehman, will present professional development sessions at MSTA Leadership Conference held at Tan-Tar-A resort in late July!

honoring CTA Retirees

The Clinton CTA delivered MSTA retirement certificates and flowers to each of our retiring members at the district retirement celebration. Happy retirement to CTA members:

Kim Shields

John Glenn

Sherry Wymore

Mark Rogers

Irma Huffman

Susan Hutcherson

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