Speaking Out for Students & Strong Public Schools
Our Issues
We are fighting for the public schools and colleges that our students, their families and our communities deserve.
Education Funding
Public school districts across Massachusetts are facing growing fiscal pressures driven by uneven state aid, inflation and rising costs. The MTA is advancing a comprehensive legislative and budget agenda to build on recent funding wins and ensure all schools, colleges, educators, and students have the resources they need to succeed.
Safe Schools For All
The MTA is dedicated to addressing the mental health needs of both students and educators in preK–12 public schools. Guided by member-driven action and focused on statewide policy change, this effort brings together resources, advocacy, and training to support safe, healthy learning environments for all.
Climate Action
As educators, we have an important responsibility to tell the truth and educate students about threats to our environment and the solutions we need to pursue together.
Full-Service Community Schools
Full-service community schools are a powerful approach to supporting the whole child by connecting education, health, family, and community resources. Rooted in local needs and collaboration, community schools bring educators, families, and partners together to help students thrive.
Legislative Action
The MTA Government Relations Division advocates for educators and students at the Massachusetts State House.
All students deserve an education that sparks curiosity, inspires learning, and prepares them for success. All educators deserve the support, resources, and time to do their jobs well—and the security to retire with dignity.
Through advocacy at the State House, the MTA strengthens public education and advances equity across the Commonwealth.
MTA’s Government Relations
- Advocates for state legislation that supports public education, educators, and social justice—and opposes policies that undermine them.
- Advances the MTA Legislative Program, a member-driven and member-endorsed agenda.
- Builds strong relationships with members of Congress across the political spectrum.
- Prepares MTA leaders and activists to effectively lobby Congress.
- Keeps members informed and engaged.
- Partners with national organizations and coalitions committed to strong public schools and public services.
Statewide Victories
We can accomplish so much when we work together and speak up for our students, public schools and colleges, and communities.
