PAC-TE very much needs your individual, institutional, or associate membership on an ongoing basis so that the association may continue to be a viable influence in teacher and educational leader preparation affairs within our state and through our involvement with ATE and AACTE.
In addition, we provide valuable services for teacher educators:
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Regular, ongoing representation at and reports from meetings of the State Board of Education and hearings relevant to the field of professional educator preparation
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Communication with and updates from the Pennsylvania Department of Education and PA legislative education committees
- Electronic newsletters and memos on current PAC-TE news, services, conferences, advocacy, state legislative and policy developments
- Links to national, state, institution and association resources
- Position announcements – view the announcements or post your own
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Sponsorship of the three-day Teacher Education Assembly, the state's most inclusive and comprehensive professional development meeting for teacher educators
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Sponsorship of a one-day Spring Conference dealing with current teacher preparation issues and concerns
- Publication of the annual PAC-TE journal, "Pennsylvania Teacher Educator," now accepting manuscripts for its 16th volume.
- Recognition of the prestigious PAC-TE Teacher Educator of the Year and Friend of Education – consider nominating a colleague or supporter
- Opportunities to serve the field and the association:
- Board of Directors
- Committee Membership and Leadership
- Division Leadership and Networking
- Conference presentations and support