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Use this digital membership packet to help you make the most of your MAE Membership.
Why MAE? We believe in the power of Public Education to lift up lives
Mississippi Association of Educators (MAE) represents thousands of Mississippians—educators, students, activists, workers, parents, neighbors, friends—who believe in opportunity for all students and in the power of public education to transform lives and create a more just and inclusive society.
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Building Better Together: Strengthening Business Partnerships in Your Local Community
Building Better Together: Strengthening Business Partnerships in Your Local Community
You can’t build a thriving business in isolation. Even in a digital age, the strongest growth often comes from the relationships you cultivate locally.
Digital Membership Packet
Digital Membership Packet
Use this digital membership packet to help you make the most of your MAE Membership.
Professional Development Sessions for Educators (Fall 2025 PD Schedule)
Professional Development Sessions for Educators (Fall 2025 PD Schedule)
The Mississippi Association of Educators (MAE) is excited to launch its 2025 Professional Development Schedule.
MAE 2025-2026 Leadership
MAE 2025-2026 Leadership
The Mississippi Association of Educators (MAE) is proud to announce the results of its recent elections for key leadership positions. We extend our congratulations to the newly elected officers who will help lead MAE in advocating for Mississippi’s educators, students, and public schools.
MAE Legislative Agenda 2025
MAE Legislative Agenda 2025
The Mississippi Association of Educators is looking forward to another productive legislative session as we work together with lawmakers to improve Mississippi’s public education system. We are confident that our elected officials agree with us that there are no issues more important to Mississippi’s economic future and the success of our citizens than a strong system of public schools.
Our best hope for student success is you.
Your passion and commitment are crucial to helping all students—of all colors and backgrounds—learn, grow, and fulfill their potential. Here’s how you can get started.
Be a voice for each and every student.
Advance justice with us.
Advocate for your rights & working conditions.
Use Your Educator Voice.
We are THE voice for educators in Mississippi. See what membership can mean for you!
Let's Bring Real Change
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Mississippi ranks 49th in the country for average ESP salary.
Let's Bring Real Change
In this legislative session, MAE members are advocating for legislative priorities that include increasing the minimum ESP salary in Mississippi.
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There is ZERO evidence that voucher programs improve overall student success.
Let's Bring Real Change
Let’s keep our foot on the accelerator and strongly insist that the formula be fully funded this session and every session going forward. That way, every Mississippi student will have the best opportunity possible to succeed, no matter where they live and no matter their ability.
— MAE Executive Director Erica Jones
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Black and brown students are three times more likely to be expelled than white students.
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Through NEA's Teacher Leadership Institute, I [started] a mentoring program for African American boys. I’ve traveled to Washington, D.C. and sat on several different platforms to talk about my program and the need for more African American teachers in K-12 education.
— Erica Avent, Intervention Coordinator in Oxford, Mississippi
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Fall Into Growth: MAE Professional Development 2025
The Mississippi Association of Educators (MAE) is excited to launch its 2025 Professional Development Schedule, including sessions about adult social-emotional learning, implementing Universal Design for Learning, culturally responsive teaching, and more!
Advocating strong public schools for every student and every public school employee
Mississippi Association of Educators (MAE) represents thousands of Mississippians—educators, students, activists, workers, parents, neighbors, friends—who believe in opportunity for all students and in the power of public education to transform lives and create a more just and inclusive society.