July 9, 2024

Registration Now Open for Advocacy in Action Conference!

The Advocacy in Action Conference, formerly known as the Educators' Call to Action Conference, is your go-to event for in-depth information on the legislative issues affecting ESAs and the school districts they serve. This annual gathering is designed to equip ESA leaders with the knowledge and tools needed for effective advocacy both in Washington, D.C. and at the local level.

Empower Your Advocacy Efforts

The AESA legislative advocacy team is committed to connecting participants with top experts on the legislative topics that matter most. You will gain valuable insights and up-to-the-minute information on emerging and pending federal legislative issues. This real-time knowledge is crucial for shaping your advocacy strategies and making informed decisions.

Schedule Time for Capitol Hill Visits

One of the highlights of the Advocacy in Action Conference is the dedicated time built into the schedule for ESA leaders to visit Capitol Hill. This is your chance to meet personally with federal legislators and advocate for issues important to your organization. By engaging directly with lawmakers, you can make a significant impact and ensure that your voice is heard at the highest levels of government.

Don't Miss Out

Join us September 25-27, 2024 at the Advocacy in Action Conference in Washington, D.C. to network with fellow ESA leaders, learn from expert speakers, and take your advocacy efforts to the next level. Your participation is crucial in driving the change needed to support educational service agencies and the school districts they serve.

Discover an AESA Network That Enhances Your Professional Growth

As was shared in last week's Professional Learning Opportunities, we encourage you to join one of our three networks and invite your ESA colleagues to join as well! Next week, we will start a three-week series focusing on each network individually. Face your toughest work challenges with confidence, knowing you have a network of supportive colleagues by your side. Sign up today and take the first step towards a more collaborative and fulfilling professional journey!

Join a Network!

Next Week At-A-Glance

Summer Leadership Conference is NEXT WEEK!

We hope you are looking forward to the Summer Leadership Conference and Pre-Conference next week! Now is your LAST CHANCE to register.

Already registered for the 2024 AESA Summer Leadership Conference? We will use an online platform called Whova for our event. All registrants received an email last week with an invitation to download the app.

Through the Whova App, you can:

View the event agenda and plan your personal schedule
Access documents and slides shared by organizers or speakers
Find who else is attending the event and reach out to people ahead of time
Plan some social activities such as a morning run, coffee hours, or meet-ups with your fellow attendees. You can even post job openings.
Receive updates such as last minute session changes from the organizers

Check your inboxes (and junk folders) for the Whova Download invitation. The email contains instructions for downloading the app. If you did not receive the invite or cannot find it, contact Beth Kabes at bkabes@aesa.us.

Join AESA Reading Leaders!

Enjoy informal discussions about current novels that make us think!

This is no ordinary book club. This is your chance to share thoughts, exchange ideas, and have fun with reading leaders like you. It's all online and you help shape the conversation.

Next meeting: Thursday, July 18, 2024

INFORMATION about current books, times, and how to join!

Registration Now Open for Advocacy in Action Conference!

Discover an AESA Network That Enhances Your Professional Growth

Next Week At-A-Glance

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