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MSTA Convention and Assembly of Delegates
Nov. 8-9, 2018 • Holiday Inn Executive Center • Columbia, Mo.
Keynote Speaker John Antonetti
John Antonetti has been called a “teacher’s teacher,” and is best known for his work with schools and districts throughout North America on student engagement, writing, rigor and relevance, and high-yield best practices.
Attendees have the opportunity to take a Deep Dive with John Antonetti at a separate location offsite following Friday’s keynote. Learn more about this workshop.
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Learn about what's new for the 2018 Assembly of Delegates
Meet the Candidates
Members of the 2018 Assembly of Delegates will vote for the next president-elect and vice president of MSTA on Nov. 8 in Columbia.
Meet the Candidates: MSTA President-Elect and Vice President
RMSTA General Membership Meeting and Luncheon
Thursday, Nov. 8
Join RMSTA at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Executive Center, Parliament I. There will be an update on the past year as well as a look ahead to 2019. Tickets are $20. Please RSVP by contacting Suzanne Conner at sconner@msta.org.
Other Events
Blood Drive
The Red Cross Bloodmobile will be at MSTA’s Convention Nov. 8-9 at the Holiday Inn Executive Center parking lot. You can donate between 3-6 p.m. on Thursday or from 7:30-10:30 a.m., Friday. To make an appointment, visit redcrossblood.org and enter “Holiday Inn” or call 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).
Glow Run/Walk
Join other members for a short fun run/walk on Friday morning. Click on the trophy icon above to preregister so we know to expect you!
Dinner With Friends
Sign up for a spot at one of the reservations around town to enjoy dinner on Thursday with other MSTA members. Learn more.
Fun Night
Wed., Nov. 7
Escape Room
We will be hosting an onsite escape room, Secrets of the Pharaoh. Sign up onsite to participate in a 25-minute session, no charge.
Art Room
Show your artistic flair in a group painting party onsite at the convention. Participants will be guided through a painting project by an artist/instructor. The $10 registration fee covers the 16 x 20 canvas, paint and all supplies. It also includes a drink ticket for a glass of wine, mixed drink or soda from the cash bar. Sign up by Nov. 5 to participate.
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Silent Auction and Bingo
Bid on items to help the MSTA Impact Committee generate funds to support candidates who support public education. While you're there, play some Bingo and enjoy light appetizers.