Birmingham Education Association

FALL SEMESTER PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE THROUGH AEA

Your membership in AEA connects you to the largest association of education professionals in Alabama, and with that comes unmatched opportunities for growth. At AEA, we are committed to supporting the professional development of every member who works tirelessly to educate and inspire our students.
One of the greatest benefits of your membership is exclusive access to professional learning opportunities at little to no cost. We encourage you to explore some of our professional learning offerings below that are designed to help you sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and excel in your profession!

Click Here for Professional Learning Opportunities: https://myaea.org/professionallearning

PRAXIS BLENDED LEARNING SUPPORT SESSIONS OCTOBER 6-27, 2025

Future educators preparing for Praxis exams can take advantage of free blended learning courses designed to strengthen their skills and confidence. Led by experienced teacher leaders, these online sessions meet weekly over four weeks and cover a wide range of test areas, including math, reading, writing, science, and special education. Each course runs on a specific day, with multiple options available so participants can register for as many as they need. Space is limited, and additional sessions will be offered in spring 2026.


https://www.nea.org/professional-excellence/professional-learning/resources/praxis-blended-learning-courses

REGISTER TODAY FOR THE 2025 MINORITY LEADERSHIP TRAINING
(MLT) CONFERENCE!

The Alabama Education Association is hosting its annual Minority Leadership Training (MLT) Conference from October 31 to November 2, 2025, at the Perdido Beach Resort in Orange Beach, Alabama. This conference offers excellent professional and leadership development opportunities for members seeking leadership roles within the Association and the education profession, and is open to all AEA members.

Professional Development:
Members will receive clock hours toward Continuing Education Units (CEUs) and will have opportunities to begin Professional Learning Unit (PLU) studies with virtual follow-up sessions and assignments after the conference.

Members can also earn Alabama Principal Leadership Development System (APLDS) hours.

Conference Registration Information:
$25 Early-Bird Registration through Monday, September 22, 2025

$50 Registration from September 23–October 28, 2025

On-site Registration: $75 (after online registration closes)

Non-member Fee: $250

All conference registration fees are non-refundable.

Online registration closes on October 28, 2025. Housing information will be provided upon registration. For more information, contact Dr. Pamela Fossett at [email protected].

Register Here: https://web.cvent.com/event/afdcaea8-2961-4ca1-9860-5038e57b8f0c/regProcessStep1:36945892-b97e-44f6-b9ed-7c8f990a3158

Congratulations to our door prize winners at the Sep 16 BEA Caucus!

Join us Oct 21!
We will be giving away tickets to the Magic City Classic!

Webinars, Professional Learning, Professional Development, PLUs, CEUs AEA Professional Learning opportunities

SENT ON BEHALF OF DR. BRIDGETTE MASSEY JOHNSON:

Hello AEA District 6 Members!

You're invited to connect with fellow AEA District 6 members at an upcoming gathering hosted by Monquelle Shamburger of the AEA Board of Directors.

Please see the attached flyer for full event details.

We hope you’ll join Monquelle and take part in this opportunity to build community and strengthen connections across your district.

Thank you!

-Bridgette

Dr. Bridgette Massey Johnson
President, Alabama Education Association
422 Dexter Avenue
Montgomery, Alabama 36104
(334) 578-1868

Mark your calendars for the ACT Representative Assembly and Professional Learning Summit, August 22–24, in Opelika, Alabama. Earn an APLDS-approved PLU and elevate your professional journey! For more information and to register, visit: https://myaea.co/ACT25

BEA is now accepting nominations for AEA Delegate Assembly 2025.
Please see the link here for more information- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfwv23kQR_B18d9oCy8xvj1hB1ujA4b_TmFpJA4jv3D8MMXqg/viewform?pli=1

The Birmingham Education Association Executive Board wants to Welcome Back all you wonderful educators!

Let's embrace the new year with enthusiasm and a commitment to learning and growing together!

Mark your calendar for the 2025 Black Male Educator Learning Lab (BMELL) Convening, happening July 29–30 in Birmingham! Attendees will have the opportunity to begin study on an APLDS-approved PLU.

For more information and to register, visit: https://myaea.co/AEABMELL.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdXT_0xEW_X8y9ns4fgdhRlZ_ejpm5Xz4qn75eagv2EGvt05Q/viewform?usp=dialog