Massachusetts Educators Rising

Here's what educators and students are saying about Educators Rising, National Conference and Competitions.

Thank you for your help growing the next generation of educators in Massachusetts.

Breaking News!

The Kappan Magazine seeks students and teacher leaders to share ideas to help other educators. Right now, there are several ways you can contribute:

Current Opportunities

Students:

Share your ideas in "Students Speak" - you can do that by filling in this form. Simply answer the prompt provided and fill in the form completely.

Teacher-Leaders

Submit your longer-form articles to Kathleen Vail for possible publication - her email is kvail@pdkintl.org

Starting in January, a new Educators Rising publication will be built around students and teacher leaders. Stay tuned for more information. You can also contact Starr Sackstein directly if you have any more questions.

Editor in Chief, Kathleen Vail shares how to be successful writing for the Kappan Magazine.

Important News and Dates

Teacher Leader renewals for membership are available. Sign up for free in the membership portal.

Important dates in the 25-26 school year:

11/1/25 - State student leadership application opens

11/18/25 - National Conference breakout session proposals open

12/1/25 - National Scholarship applications open

1/2/26 - Student officer applications open

1/2/26 - Early bird registration for the State Conference Opens

1/12/26 - Call for judges for the State Conference Opens

1/17/26 - Breakout session proposals submission deadline

2/1/26 - Early bird registration for the 2026 Edrising Conference in Portland

2/1/26 - Call for judges for the national conference opens

2/1/26 - Spring membership enrollment deadline (if your students plan on competing at states or nationals, they MUST be members)

2/2 - 2/6/26 - Ed Rising Week

2/15/26 - National membership payment deadline (must be received by this date in the national office)

2/15/26 - State Competition Registration Deadline

2/17/26 - Honor Society Application Opens

2/24/26 - Student officer application deadline for nationals

3/1/26 - Scholarship applications due

3/3/26 - Call for national judges closes

3/4/26 - State Conference at UMass Boston

3/21/26 - National student officer applicants notified of candidacy status

3/28/26 - National student officer candidate speech videos submission deadline

4/6/26 - Early bird registration for the national conference ends

4/6/26 - Competition applications deadline (no exceptions)

4/6/26 - Delegate selections deadline-names due to the National office

4/9/26 - Competitor list posted for Teacher-Leader review

4/9-4/16/26 - Teacher leaders review competitor list and add any missing

4/16/26 -Deadline for competition entry adjustments - No exceptions

4/30/26 - Honor Society deadline to be listed in the national conference program book

5/5/26 - Educators Rising signing day (local)

5/18/26 - Competition schedules posted

5/18/26 - Student officers announced

5/31/26 - National Honor Society deadline

6/20-23/26 - National Conference in Portland, Oregon

Dates by Topic: Monthly activities or duties to support your chapter and students

Meet Massachusetts' Student Leaders for the 2025-2026 school year.

Gabby K., Minuteman High School

Vice President

Hi, I’m Gabby Kangume. I am a proud student at Minuteman High School, studying Early Education and Teaching. Currently, I serve as a Massachusetts Student Leader for Educators Rising and will represent the state at the 2025 Educators Rising National Conference.

I am passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners and am dedicated to creating a safe, supportive environment where children can learn and grow. I work with all age groups, from infants to Pre-K, but my favorite group to work with is preschoolers.

After high school, I plan to major in Special Education and become an Elementary Special Education Teacher. As a Student Leader, one of my goals is to spread awareness about the incredible opportunities within Educators Rising and to help grow the program across Massachusetts. I'm also excited to help plan and improve next year’s state conference.

I am dedicated to leadership, service, and advocating for young children.

Liberty M., Minuteman High School

President

Hi, I’m Liberty McCloskey! I am an Early Education and Teaching student at Minuteman High School in Lexington! I am proud to say I am currently a Massachusetts Student Leader for Educators Rising and National Representative!

I joined Early Education to make a difference in a child’s day. I love being able to shape young minds and cultivate a safe environment. My favorite age group is preschool! I enjoy bringing things from my daily life into the classroom. When I am not in the classroom, I am playing Volleyball, Basketball, or listening to music.

After high school, I am hoping to adventure to California to study psychology. In the end, I am hoping to become an Emergency Department psychologist. As a student leader, I cannot wait to meet more rising educators and grow the organization in Massachusetts!

Reach out to your state coordinator, Starr Sackstein: ssackstein@educatorsrising.org

Need help? Contact us at: info@educatorsrising.com or 1-800-766-1156

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