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Welcome to "The Source," an e-newsletter exclusively for Student PSEA members. In each issue, you'll receive the latest updates from your association, advice from veteran educators, professional development offerings, and more to support you as an aspiring educator.

Inside this issue

PSEA recommends Josh Shapiro for governor
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with PSEA
Need help paying for college?
Upcoming statewide meetings and chapter events
October Center for Professional Learning events
Member Benefit spotlight: Verizon Wireless

PSEA recommends Josh Shapiro for governor

Election day is approaching fast, and it's crucial that we elect pro-public education candidates. That's why PSEA recommends Josh Shapiro for governor. Hear why from one of our members.

Visit www.schoolhouseballot.com to find other candidates PSEA recommends in your area.

You have until Oct. 24 to register before the November gubernatorial election. Register at www.pavotersservices.pa.gov.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with PSEA

From Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 we join the nation in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. PSEA is proud to commemorate the diversity Latinx and Hispanic people bring to Pennsylvania, not just this month, but all year round.

Need help paying for college?

PSEA's Lucy A. Valero Memorial Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to outstanding Student PSEA members.

Applicants must be members in good standing of Student PSEA, and recipients will be awarded at the upcoming 2023 Student PSEA Conference and Convention in Hershey.

Scholarship recipients are chosen by the trustees of the Lucy A. Valero Memorial Scholarship Fund composed of PSEA officers, staff, and the Student PSEA president.

Applications must be postmarked no later than Jan. 31. Apply using the learn more button below.

Learn more.

Upcoming statewide meetings and chapter events

October Virtual Monthly Membership Meeting - Oct. 23, 7 p.m.

Join us on Zoom for a statewide Monthly Membership Meeting to hear about important updates, discuss a monthly topic, hear from chapter advisors, and participate in a Q&A session. Registration is required. Register.

2022 Student PSEA Southeastern Region Conference - Nov. 5, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

West Chester University SPSEA welcomes you to attend the 2022 Southeastern Region conference to attend professional development workshops, an alumni panel, silent auctions, and activities to prepare you as a future educator. Registration is required. Get your ticket.

Rock Solid Educators Conference - Nov. 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Slippery Rock University SPSEA invites you to participate in educational breakout sessions, a PSEA- PACE raffle, and more at the Rock Solid Educators Conference. You will also have an opportunity to get a professional headshot taken. The dress code is business casual and breakfast and lunch will be provided. Registration is $5. Register.

October Center for Professional Learning events

Webinars

De-escalation: A Handy Tool When Confronted with Challenging, Anxious, or Hostile Behaviors

Oct. 13, 5:30 p.m.

Using the Science of the Brain and Learning to Optimize Teaching and Instruction

Oct. 18, 5:30 p.m.

Book Discussions

Gender Queer: A Memoir
- Oct. 25, 6 p.m.

Member Well-being

Mindful Mondays
- Oct. 17, 4:45 p.m.

Member Benefit spotlight: Verizon Wireless

Student PSEA members can get up to a 21 percent discount (18 percent discount plus an additional 3 percent discount for paperless billing) on eligible plans of at least $39.99 and a 35 percent discount on eligible accessories when purchased through a My Verizon online account.

Unlimited data plans are excluded from this discount. Take advantage today.

Learn more.

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