This is a listing of some of the most prominent professional organizations in the education field. Many of these have great links to resources that might be useful for Association business (negotiations, for example). An extra bonus is that some of the sites also list links to resources which might be helpful in your classroom.

STATEWIDE SCHOOL VIOLENCE HOTLINE: 1-800-815-TIPS went operational on March 30, 2001. This is a toll-free number. The caller may remain anonymous and information will be forwarded directly to the appropriate emergency dispatch center for action by law enforcement where the affected school is located.

MICHIGAN PUBLIC SCHOOL EMPLOYEES RETIREMENT SYSTEM: Click on "School Employees Retirement System." Information about retirement options and accounts. Included is a BENEFIT ESTIMATOR, PURCHASING SERVICE CREDIT,  and a schedule of PRE-RETIREMENT INFORMATION MEETINGS (Click on September 2002 PRIM Schedule Now Online.)


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