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[Insert name] [ Insert School Name, County ]. PENC Vision. Professional Educators of North Carolina is a professional organization that serves as: The voice for educators in policymaking The forum for developing professional relationships

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  1. [Insert name] [Insert School Name, County]

  2. PENC Vision Professional Educators of North Carolina is a professional organization that serves as: • The voice for educators in policymaking • The forum for developing professional relationships • The advocate for improving the learning environment for every educator and student PENC Mission Our mission is to promote education reform for the benefit of all North Carolina children while ensuring the recruitment, development and retention of qualified educators.

  3. What is PENC? WE Are… • Focused on Education • INDEPENDENT • STATE-BASED • NON-PARTISAN • AFFORDABLE Annual Dues: Educators - $13.50/month Support Staff - $7/month First-Year Teachers - $7/month Students - $25/year Associate (Retirees) - $25/year

  4. What Benefits do I Receive as a PENC Member? $3 Million Liability Insurance – if you are named in a lawsuit as a result of your employment as an educator Attorney Consultations – if you need the advice of an attorney PENC provides up to $10,00 for consultation Member Representation – if you are asked to attend a meeting where your rights may be jeopardized Employment Support – if you have any questions about your rights and responsibilities as a NC educator Identity Theft Insurance – if you are a victim of identity theft, you receive $1,000 for reimbursement of attorneys’ fees You pay NOTHING out of pocket for these services!

  5. Voice in Policymaking… PENC is well represented at: • The General Assembly • The State Board of Education • The State Health Plan • The Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System PENC understands how public education policy is formed… PENC attends these meetings to monitor what policies are being discussed and implemented, and we voice thoughts, concerns and suggestions to policymakers and lawmakers.

  6. PENC Workshops National Board Preparation • Learn valuable organization techniques • How to integrate portfolio instructions with sorting criteria • How to present an effective video lesson • Gain valuable tips for successful writing/test taking • Gain insight into other essential areas HELPS Literacy Workshops • The Helping Early Literacy with Practice Strategies (HELPS) Programs integrate easy-to-use instructional strategies that are specifically designed to improve students’ reading fluency. • Learn how to use the One-on-one program as well as the small-group version of HELPS YOU WILL RECEIVE TOP-NOTCH INSTRUCTION FROM THE BEST! National Board Workshops are FREE for ALL NC educators!HELPS Literacy Workshops are $15 for PENC Members, $25 for Non-Members. You do not have to be a PENC member to attend. For dates and registration, visit www.pencweb.org/workshops

  7. PENC Scholarships & Grants New Teacher Grants • For members in their first 3 years of teaching practice who demonstrate a need for instructional supplies • 16 grant winners statewide will receive $250. NCCAT Subs on Us Grant • Covers the cost of a substitute for up to a week so that members can attend a program at NCCAT Professional Development Scholarship • For members who pursue PD opportunities • 4 scholarships given in the amount of $250

  8. Scholarships & Grants Cont’d National Board Scholarships • Members pursuing or renewing National Board Certification • 4 scholarships of $250 Scholarship for Children of PENC Members • College scholarship for the children of PENC members • 2 scholarships of $500 School Leadership Scholarship • Created for PENC educators who are pursuing graduate degrees in education or administration • 2 scholarships of $500

  9. Join an Association Would you wait until you get into a car accident to get your car insurance? • You will be unable to receive assistance from PENC if an issue arises before you become a member. • To receive legal assistance, you MUST join PENC prior to any incidents giving rise to your need for advice. Best Practice: Join an organization BEFORE you enter the classroom!

  10. Contact Me [Insert Name] Email: [insert email] PENC Contact Info: 800.542.8844 www.pencweb.org PENC Team • Bill Medlin, Executive Director • Alex Cozort, Director of Membership • Sha Hewett, Director of Communications • Annette Thomas, Office Manager • Beth Brabble, President

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