The Benefits of Membership

Magnet Schools of America (MSA) is the premier association that provides access to innovative instructional programs that promote equity, diversity, and academic excellence for all students in public choice programs. As a MSA member, you will the following Member Benefits:

Parent Members

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A 12 month membership starting July 1 thru June 30.
Discounted registration fees on all MSA Conferences. Just select the "member rate"
Savings on MSA Publications, including the Directory of Magnet and Theme-Based Schools, as well as a variety of MSA products for gifts and personal use
MSA's highly acclaimed Choice Newsletter and the very popular monthly e-Choice electronic newsletter
Full access to "members only" database of member schools including themes, awards, websites, and contact information
Access to magnet school openings and events
Legislative Advocacy on Capitol Hill for MSAP and related federal grants/programs
Web-based member news and updates on "Hot Topics" such as "Turnaround Schools," "NCLB reauthorization," and "2013 appropriations."

Individual Members

A 12 month membership starting July 1 thru June 30.
Discounted registration fees on all MSA Conferences. Just select the "member rate"
Savings on MSA Publications, including the Directory of Magnet and Theme-Based Schools, as well as a variety of MSA products for gifts and personal use
MSA's highly acclaimed Choice Newsletter and the very popular monthly e-Choice electronic newsletter
Full access to "members only" database of member schools including themes, awards, websites, and contact information
Access to magnet school openings and events
Technical Assistance and program site evaluations at reduced fees to member districts through the National Institute for Magnet School Leadership (NIMSL) including, but not limited to, magnet school administration, curriculum and instruction, professional development, marketing, recruitment, and student assignment.
Leadership training for principals, assistant and aspiring principal, and district administrators at significant savings from professionals and experienced NIMSL Leaders at MSA's Summer National Leadership Academy
Opportunities for certificate/graduate course credits (through participating colleges and universities) and CLU's for conference attendees
Legislative Advocacy on Capitol Hill for MSAP and related federal grants/programs
Web-based member news and updates on "Hot Topics" such as "Turnaround Schools," "NCLB reauthorization," and "2013 appropriations."
Participation in MSA"s National Awards Programs including the prestigious Magnet School Merit Awards of Distinction and Excellence, Principal of-the-Year and Teacher of-the-Year programs, and the National Poster Contest - all providing CASH Awards!
Applying for MSA's mini "action research" grants of $1,000 for member magnet schools

Institution Members

In addition to all benefits listed above

Receives reduction in conference registration fees for all professional staff in the entire school

District Members

Receives all benefits listed above

Districts with 100% membership benefit with a lower per-cost for each magnet school

Receives recognition at the annual National Conference on Magnet Schools

Member Districts may receive reduced-rate consultant services with specific consultants (at their discretion) to include but not limited to: curriculum development, marketing and recruitment, legal consultation, educational and facilities planning, and professional development

Members of Magnet Schools of America will be included on all appropriate mailing lists, and schools may request to be listed on the MSA website.

Members will also receive a reduction (50%) in fees for website postings of position openings.

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