School and Community Winter 2023

Get to Know Stacy Blakley

STORY AND PHOTOS BY LINDSAY JAMES

On November 18, 2022, Stacy Blakley took the stage at the 160 th Convention of the Missouri State Teachers Association and assumed the title of State President. Having previously served as MSTA President-Elect and Vice President, as well as on the AB&R Committee, Blakley is well prepared for the role. The following is an excerpt of a conversation with Lindsay James, MSTA’s Creative Media Specialist, during a behind-the-scenes look at a day in Stacy’s life teaching at St. James Middle School.

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