NAAE: National Association of Agricultural Educators



	Professional State Award Applications Now Available State leaders - get recognition for your state association's activities with NAAE's Professional State Association award. Go to application

	2013 NAAE Convention Professional Development Workshops Request for Proposals - Due June 3 NAAE is accepting proposals for workshops to be presented at the 2013 NAAE Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, December 3-7, 2013, relating to topics appropriate for middle, secondary and post-secondary educators of agricultural education. Learn more Early Bird Registration - Now Through July 12 Register for the NAAE Convention at a discounted rate

	News & Views April Edition An Ag Teacher in Washington: A First Timer's Perspective on National Policy Seminar Standout Program: Blue Mountain Community College Ideas Unlimited: FFA Big/Little program ...and more Read News & Views

	National Teach Ag Campaign The National Teach Ag Campaign has taken both coasts by storm in the last few weeks! Our Teach Ag Ambassadors and mentors delivered lessons to middle school students in a Washington, D.C. public school and attended National Ag Week celebrations, and the campaign was represented at the national MANRRS conference in Sacremento, CA. Read more and see photos Teach Ag Grants Available The National Teach Ag Campaign is pleased to offer grant stipends once again to help state and local initiatives related to the recruitment and retention of school based agriculture teachers. Learn more

	What Does Agricultural Education Look Like in Your State? We are working on profiles of agricultural education for each of the 50 states. They're a great tool to show people the value of agricultural education programs. We also have a national agricultural education profile, as well as templates for you to take and make a profile for your own ag program. See profiles page

	CASE Institutes Still Available Opportunities to teach the CASE curriculum by completing an 80-hour institute are filling quickly. Visit the CASE website today to see available dates and courses. Visit the CASE website for complete details.

	Professional Development Fellowships for New Teachers from NSTA Check out this fantastic mentoring program for new teachers from NSTA - a great opportunity for 2-5 year teachers. Learn more

	Special offer from the National Science Teachers Association Become a member of NSTA and expand your professional development opportunities. NSTA is offering a special discount membership rate of $65 for NAAE members. That's a 13% savings off regular NSTA dues. Take advantage of new opportunities and resources that will help enhance your career. Go to the NSTA website to join NSTA on-line. (Your discounted membership rate will appear at the end of the on-line transaction.)