FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT MPE
What is Mississippi Professional Educators? An independent education association, Mississippi Professional Educators (MPE) is the premier organization for professional educators in the state. As a non-union alternative, MPE serves and represents all facets of the educational community from pre-K through graduate education in public and private schools. Our membership includes teachers, administrators and support personnel. We provide a variety of services for a quarter of the cost of other associations. What does MPE do? MPE fosters, encourages and promotes the highest ideals of the education profession. As educators, we encourage respect for our profession through the practice of the highest standards of personal and professional conduct. We do this through a variety of means, including the publishing of The MPE Journal , our professional magazine, three times a year. It contains helpful information regarding education policy, events around the state, and professional articles. We also host our annual convention with state and national keynote speakers on issues of importance to educators. Our weekly email updates notify members of important education and MPE news and events, especially during the legislative session. Members may also contact our office through our toll-free number for professional advice and guidance. Why should I join MPE? MPE continues to offer its members a premium package of services and benefits for the best price. With over 12,000 members, MPE is the premier, as well as the largest, association for professional educators in Mississippi. We are also the most respected by many in state government. We boast a large number of Nationally Board Certified teachers. What benefits do I receive when I join? In addition to our exceptional liability insurance protection, you receive a complete package of benefits. Regular (professional, first year professional, couples and non-certified/part-time) and
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