Applications are open for the 2026-27 St. Louis Leadership Academy -- a year-long program for school and district leaders ready to grow. Deadline: May 25. https://go.edplus.org/LeadershipAcademy2026_2027 #EdPlus #MOedu #EduLeader

2026-27 St. Louis Leadership Academy Application Form

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Hackers don’t take lunch breaks. You should. Join us April 27 for a Lunch & Learn with Enterprise Banking on cybersecurity & fraud. Real-world insights you can actually use. Register: https://lnk.bio/educationplusstl #EdPlus #Cybersecurity

Opportunity for middle & high school students: Inspirit AI Summer 2026 Intensive at Webster Groves HS Learn #AI in Python + build a real-world project with mentors from Stanford, MIT & Ivy League schools. No experience needed. Aug 3–7 | 9am–4pm Apply: https://iaiwebstergroves-2026.paperform.co/

Join us March 30 a Discovery Education Lunch & Learn - 
Busting Data Myths: What School Data Really Tells Us We’re exploring how attendance, behavior, engagement and achievement connect to support smarter action in schools. Register: https://lnk.bio/educationplusstl #EdPlus

We’re hiring an Event Coordinator to lead timelines, vendor logistics, exhibitor coordination and day-of conference operations. Strong project management and attention to detail required. Applications close March 18. Learn more & apply at edplus.org/jobs #EdPlus

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AI Lab for Educators is a 7-week deep dive for grades 6-12 teachers to master prompting, ethics, & MO DESE-aligned classroom tools. ⚠️ Limited to 15 spots for maximum collaboration. Starts March 31. Apply now to lead the way: https://ow.ly/yFTQ50YiLNz #EdPLus #AIinEdu #ProfessionalDevelopment #UMSL

Signup for news and events from EducationPlus and the St. Louis RPDC! Choose either list or both - The Resource Hub is a monthly mailing. The Teachers list receives 2-3 emails per week. https://go.edplus.org/NewsletterSignUp #EdPlus

Missouri’s Severe Weather Preparedness Week is March 2-6. It’s the perfect time to review your plan and make sure you’re ready. The National Weather Service has scheduled Missouri’s statewide tornado drill for Wednesday, March 4 at 11:00 a.m. #MOwx #TornadoDrill

EducationPlus will be closed Monday, February 16 for Presidents' Day.

Did you know EducationPlus supports 20+ job-alike PLNs in the STL region? Each Professional Learning Network offers role-specific collaboration and learning throughout the year. Find your PLN: https://edplus.org/pln #PLN #EdPlus #STLedu

What are your teaching priorities? AI integration
Student engagement
Work-life balance
Ready-to-use strategies Find your learning path at #innovate26 (June 2–3). See breakout sessions: https://go.edplus.org/innovatesessiondescriptions #EdPlus #STLedu

#innovate26 Sessions

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The Office of Childhood’s #AfterschoolProgram is offering 2 competitive grant opportunities: • 21st CCLC grants or K–12 academic enrichment • SAC grants for students ages 5–12 🗓 Deadline: Fri, April 24 Learn more: https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/quality-programs/afterschool-programs/grants #MOedu

6 Teaching Tools for #BlackHistoryMonth From interactive timelines and rich multimedia to study guides, these resources can help bring #Blackhistory into the classroom. https://ow.ly/KPjG50Y5zuL

The Office of Childhood’s Afterschool Program is offering 2 competitive grant opportunities: • 21st CCLC grants for K–12 academic enrichment • SAC grants for students ages 5–12 🗓 Deadline: Fri, April 24 at 1 p.m. Learn more: https://dese.mo.gov/childhood/quality-programs/afterschool-programs/grants

Save the date! 📅 Our 3rd annual EdPlus Family Walk/Run is set for Saturday, August 22. More details coming soon. Stay tuned!

EducationPlus will be closed Monday, January 19 in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

⏰ Last call! Nominations close TOMORROW (January 15). Help recognize a school nurse, leader, or community partner who goes above and beyond. Nominate them today. https://bit.ly/4sECWbH #SchoolNurse #MOedu #MASN

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Your results can inspire others. 🚀 Share your strategy at **#innovate26** → https://edplus.org/proposals Call for Proposals closes THIS Friday - January 16! #EdPlus

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DYK: Barnes & Noble is approved vendor through the #EdPlus Cooperative Purchasing Program! Members can work directly with Missouri rep Meaghan Harned for quick support with books and instructional materials. Contact: mharned(at)bn.com

CISA Region 7 Active Shooter Preparedness Webinar CISA Region 7 will host a free, two-hour security webinar on January 21 at 10 a.m. designed to help organizations strengthen preparedness and resilience in the event of an active shooter incident. Register here: https://ow.ly/19x450XGKXc

CISA Active Shooter Preparedness Webinar - Region 7 - IA/KS/MO/NE

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Applications are open for the 2026 Missouri Youth Leadership Forum MO-YLF is a free, week-long leadership program for Missouri high school students with disabilities ages 16–21. Delegates build leadership skills & prepare for life after high school. https://ow.ly/AeGA50XGL8A

Resolutions not your thing? Psychologists point to 6 core human needs that shape how we thrive. In this podcast, Elena Aguilar explores those needs & suggests focusing on one for the year, or one each month, as a simple, reflective way to set yourself up for a great year. https://ow.ly/QHbw50XTqpA

Missouri students (K–12) are invited to join MoDOT’s 2026 No MOre Trash! decorated trash-can contest! 🎨🚮 A fun, creative way to fight litter + boost awareness. Entries due March 13 Details: https://www.modot.org/trash-can-contest #MOedu

DYK: All educators in #EdPlus Member Districts have FREE access to Discovery Education! http://discoveryeducation.com If you need assistance with login information, contact Marissa Geyer at mgeyer(at)discoveryed(dot)com #MOedu #DiscoveryEd

Digital Learning Platform & Resources | Discovery Education

Discovery Education inspires educators to go beyond traditional learning with award-winning digital content and professional development. Learn more today!

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We design professional learning with schools, not for them—honoring teacher expertise while bringing in research-based practices. From workshops to coaching, every plan is custom. Learn more: edplus.org/custompd

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#EdPlus is proud to lead Missouri’s only CoSN-certified AI training program for #K12! With Lead Trainer Dr. Sherri Kulpa & Regional Trainer Dr. Erin Lawson, we’re helping districts build capacity for generative AI to drive innovation & improve outcomes. https://www.edplus.org/generativeai

Join us Jan 26, 11:30–1, for a Lunch & Learn with Gaggle. Hear mental health + safety trends from 1,600+ districts and learn strategies to spot early warning signs and support student well-being. Register: https://go.edplus.org/GaggleLunchandLearn #EdPlus #StudentMentalHealth #STLedu

Calling all EL educators! Share your successful strategies at the ELevate Conference, June 3–4 in St. Louis. We’re seeking proposals across multiple strands, plus a new 25-minute quick session option. Submit yours: https://go.edplus.org/ELevate26CallForProposals #EdPlus #ELL #STLedu