School and Community Winter 2023

Recipients of the 2022 Unsung Heroes of MSTA Award were chosen by the MSTA member service coordinators. The award recognizes those who have made a substantive yet unrecognized contribution to MSTA and our mission to advocate for and empower public educators so they can teach.

These recipients are admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. Some factors of consideration for selecting these individuals may include: • Individual leadership style • Understanding of MSTA’s mission • Actions which reflect MSTA’s mission • Commitment and follow through to the leadership role and CTA • Service beyond the CTA to children, their school district, the community, or MSTA • Interpersonal and communication skills • Creative thinking and problem solving • Ability to handle crisis or extreme circum stances in their role as a CTA leader

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