This week's edition of the "Henton Headlines" includes superintendent salary info, mascot change requirements, and more! Read the full post here.
Nominations Close Tomorrow, August 2! Minnesota Superintendent of the Year Award
Nominate a colleague (or yourself!) for the 2025 Minnesota Superintendent of the Year! The program pays tribute to the talent and vision of the men and women who lead our state’s public schools. Any superintendent, chancellor, or top leader of a school system in Minnesota who plans to continue in the profession may be nominated. This program is designed to recognize the outstanding leadership of active, front-line superintendents. Full information can be found here!
This award is proudly sponsored by ATSR.
Superintendent David Law Named Sworn in as AASA President-elect
David Law, Superintendent of the Minnetonka Public School District was sworn in on July 10 as the 2024-25 president-elect of AASA.
“Public education is the cornerstone of our society, which is why I am proud to serve as superintendent of Minnetonka Schools,” said Law. “As AASA president-elect, I will foster continued collaboration and learning while working with school system leaders nationwide. Together, we’ll find new ways to partner and embrace innovative efforts in program development, experiential learning, hiring and retention, and community engagement on behalf of the learning communities throughout America.” Read the full story here! Congratulations Superintendent Law and thank you for representing Minnesota so well!
Horace Mann: Is something missing from your agenda?
It’s a busy time as you get ready for another school year. While you prepare for a successful year ahead, who’s going to help your employees meet their needs outside of the classroom? That’s where Horace Mann, a long-time business partner with MASA, can help.
Horace Mann is dedicated to serving the unique needs of educators, and can help your employees:
Plan for retirement and learn about their state retirement system benefits
Take advantage of the discounts and benefits of home and auto insurance designed with educators in mind
Determine if they can reduce, or even remove their student loan debt
Learn how to use DonorsChoose to get funding for classroom projects
Visit horacemann.com or contact your local Horace Mann agent to learn more and get them on your agenda for back to school!
Trans Youth of Color: “Educators make great allies!”
This friendly, 2-page handout, from the UMN’s PIQTOC research team helps educators reduce bias-based bullying in school. With numerous examples of adults’ actions and words that trans and gender diverse youth of color report have actually made school safer, this practical resource is a standout in the reams of anti-bullying literature busy teachers receive.
Rethink Possible Podcast
Episode 5: Rethinking Success Metrics
Guest: Dr. Rhoda Mhiripiri-Reed, Superintendent, Hopkins Public Schools
Listen Here | Check out the episode on Podcastle
Tailored to current and future school leaders, the Rethink Possible podcast delivers relatable and relevant content from superintendents and other education thought partners. Each conversational episode provides solutions to common challenges and opportunities while accommodating the busy lifestyle of today's school leaders. Episodes will be published twice a month!
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Post unlimited job vacancies, for all levels of positions. The MASA Jobsite Online is well managed with daily attention to detail and customer service. The cost of an annual subscription is less than just a few advertisements placed in the major and local newspapers. Also, the Department of Education recognizes the MASA Jobsite as a valid advertisement when a school district is seeking a variance for a teacher in a specific subject. We currently have 118 districts using the Jobsite and they have posted nearly 2,000 jobs!
