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President's Guide

Key responsibilities

As President, you:

  • Build and support your leadership team
  • Share MSTA resources and updates
  • Prepare meeting agendas
  • Keep communication open with your superintendent
  • Ensure CTA forms, finances, and reports are complete and submitted
  • Encourage involvement in MSTA regional/state events

You don’t:

  • Represent members in disciplinary meetings
  • Act alone or make confidential decisions without input
  • Share sensitive member information

🧭 Quick Start Checklist

Get up and running with these first steps:

✅ Submit your Officer List to MSTA

✅ Review your CTA bylaws (Need a copy? Contact your Member Service Coordinator)

✅ Connect with your superintendent

✅ Review your CTA’s bank account and budget plan

✅ Make a plan to attend MSTA Leadership Conference and Convention

FAQs

Q: What if I can’t attend every MSTA event?
A: That’s okay! Just make sure one leader from your team attends each event and shares back.

Q: What if no one steps up next year?
A: Start identifying and mentoring now. Your MSC can help support leadership successionQuick Reference Ring Ch…

Q: Can I represent members in HR meetings?
A: No. Direct them to MSTA’s Legal Services or their MSC for official support.