2026 Annual Conference
Minnesota's premier gathering for middle level educators — keynotes, sessions, and statewide connection.
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Connecting educators in the middle of it all.
MMSA brings together Minnesota's middle level educators with the community, professional learning, and resources to do their best work every day.
PROGRAMS AND OPPORTUNITIES
What MMSA offers you.
What MMSA offers you.
From statewide conference to classroom grants, MMSA creates meaningful oportunities year-round.
OUR MISSION
Built for educators in the middle.
The mission of the MMSA is to connect a community of educators to support and develop middle level education.
Be part of something bigger.
Be part of something bigger.
MMSA membership connects you to a statewide movement of educators committed to making the middle school years matter — for every student, in every classroom. Whether you're new to the field or a 20-year veteran, there's a place for you here.
Annual Statewide Conference
Annual Statewide Conference
Inspiring Keynotes
Focused Breakout Sessions
Top-Notch Professional Development
Graduate Credits Available
Connecting with Statewide Colleagues
Educator of the Year
Educator of the Year
Recognition of Outstanding Middle Level Educators
Innovative Mini Grants
Innovative Mini Grants
Bring your creative project to life with the hlep of MMSA.
Professional Learning
Professional Learning
Workshops
Collaborative Learning
FUNDING
See how MMSA makes a difference in middle level classrooms.
Bring your classroom ideas to life with MMSA funding for middle level innovation.
RECOGNITION
Recognizing Excellence in Middle Level Education
Celebrate educators making a difference at the middle level.
ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Connecting in & about the middle.
Share strategies, discover new ideas, and return to your classroom energized at the MMSA Annual Statewide Conference.
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