The MassCUE Elections Committee oversees the entire election process, including nominations, vetting nominees, running the election and reporting results. The MassCUE Elections Committee also collaborates with the Board on seeking appointments to the Board. MassCUE Board of Directors Elections are held annually in April.
In 2024, MassCUE elected four at-large members to the MassCUE Board of Directors. To see the April 2024 election results, click on the NEWS tab below.
For more information, please review the tabs: EVEN YEARS and NOMINATION PROCEDURE.
The MassCUE Elections Committee responsibilities include:
- Ensuring that all elections procedures are followed.
- Verifying and reporting election results.
Each MassCUE Committee is made up of a dedicated team of volunteers. The following make up the current Elections Committee Chairs and Committee Members.
Chair(s)
[1]Heidi MacGregor [1]
BOARD PRESIDENT, 2023-2025, BYLAWS POLICIES & PROCEDURES COMMITTEE CO-CHAIR, ELECTIONS COMMITTEE CO-CHAIRHeidi MacGregor is the K-5 STEM Integration Specialist for Littleton Public Schools in Littleton, Massachusetts. She is an International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Certified Educator and was…
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Heidi MacGregor
BOARD PRESIDENT, 2023-2025, BYLAWS POLICIES & PROCEDURES COMMITTEE CO-CHAIR, ELECTIONS COMMITTEE CO-CHAIRHeidi MacGregor is the K-5 STEM Integration Specialist for Littleton Public Schools in Littleton, Massachusetts. She is an International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Certified Educator and was honored as a recipient of a 2023 ISTE 20 to Watch Award. Heidi is a STEM Education enthusiast and is always looking for new and exciting ways to amplify student voice, cultivate curiosity and inspire learners. She is a proud Lesley University alum, where she earned her M.Ed. Prior to joining the field of education, Heidi worked in various professional roles in technology including website design, network support, and helpdesk management.
Members
- Lori Cooney
- Chris Gosselin
- Danielle Klingaman
Ex-Officio members
- Heidi MacGregor (President)
- Steve Guditus (President-elect)
- Savvy Demers (Executive Director)
Latest News & Updates
2024 MassCUE Election – Board Welcomes Newly Elected Members [3]
[3]MassCUE Board of Directors 2024 Election Results MassCUE is pleased to announce the results of our April 2024 election. Two veteran members will continue their service with MassCUE, along with two new members for the 2024-2026 term. We would like to congratulate and welcome the following educators, who were elected by our members in voting that took ...
Continue Reading [3]MassCUE Board of Directors Election: Voting April 8th through April 12th [4]
[4]MassCUE Board of Directors Election: Voting Opens April 8th It’s election season at MassCUE! This spring, MassCUE members will elect four (4) members to the Board of Directors. Voting will take place from Monday, April 8 to Friday, April 12, 2024. A link for the ballot will be sent out to MassCUE members at that time. Your ...
Continue Reading [4]MassCUE 2024 Spring Elections: Nominations Open Through 3/25 [5]
[5]MassCUE 2024 Spring Elections Nominations Open February 26 through March 25, 2024 Do you want to grow your professional learning network and make a difference for educators and students across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts? Consider running for a spot on the MassCUE Board of Directors! Starting February 26, the Elections Committee will be accepting nominations for four ...
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Nomination Procedure
Eligibility Requirements are listed below.
The full term is for 2 1/2 years. The newly elected members of the board serve side-by-side with current board members from the time they are elected until the official beginning of their terms at the conference in the fall of 2024.
The MassCUE Board of Directors determine the type and direction of MassCUE’s activities throughout the year and provide the leadership behind the many great events and resources available to members. We encourage all who run for election to review the Operating & Strategic Planning [6] and Bylaws, Policies & Procedure [7] sections of our website.
Nomination Papers
Submission of nomination papers must be made via email and received by 6:00 P.M. on March 25, 2024.
Nominations should be emailed to the Elections Committee at elections@masscue.org. [8] Please include the following in your submission:
- Name of nominee
- Home Address
- Title/Employer/Work Address
- Phone number
- Name of nominating member (if applicable)
- Letter of intent
- Background statement for the website outlining qualifications, philosophy, and/or goals for serving on the MassCUE Board of Directors. (No more than 150 words)
- Professional Social Media handles to post with bio (optional)
- Resume
- High quality headshot of nominee for website
Eligibility Confirmation for At-Large Board Members
Any individual shall be eligible for appointment or election to the Board of Directors of the MassCUE organization, should they meet two of the following criteria:
- A registered member of the MassCUE organization who actively contributes for at least one year, as determined by the Board of Directors.
- A community member of MassCUE who is:
- A current or retired educator.
- An employee of an educational entity within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Or, a full-time student, age eighteen-or-older.
- A community member of MassCUE that demonstrates support and exhibits qualities and skills that would support the mission of the organization.
Questions
Please reach out to Heidi MacGregor, President of the MassCUE Board of Directors, at hmacgregor@masscue.org [2].
Committee Resources
- Bylaws [9]
- Committee Procedures [10]
- Vetting Policy [11]
- Code of Conduct [12]
- Board Member Responsibilities Policy [13]
MASSCUE SPRING ELECTIONS:
Odd Numbered Years
Every other year in April we elect the three (3) officers – President-elect, Secretary, and Treasurer to the MassCUE Board of Directors. Any MassCUE member who meets the requirements and is interested in serving on the Board is encouraged to nominate themselves or another eligible member.
Each term is for 2 1/2 years. The President-elect automatically serves a second term as President. The newly-elected members of the board serve side-by-side with current board members from the time they are elected until after the conference in the fall of October 2023 when the transition period has concluded, and the retiring members leave the Board. MassCUE Board of Directors determine the type and direction of MassCUE’s activities throughout the year and provide the leadership behind the many great events and resources available to members. We are a very active and engaged board and seek candidates that want to work hard and support MassCUE’s vision and strategic plan which can be found at Operating & Strategic Planning - MassCUE [6].
From our Bylaws
I. Any individual shall be eligible for appointment or election to the Board of Directors of the MassCUE organization, should they meet two of the following criteria:
A registered member of the MassCUE organization who actively contributes for at least one year, as determined by the Board of Directors.
A community member of MassCUE who is:
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- A current or retired educator.
- An employee of an educational entity within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- Or, a full-time student, age eighteen-or-older.
A community member of MassCUE that demonstrates support and exhibits qualities and skills that would support the mission of the organization.
II. In addition, the Board of Directors shall make every effort to form a Board that represents and includes the diversity of the MassCUE membership and community at large in regards to race, gender identity, and sexual orientation.
III. Candidate for President-Elect, Secretary, and Treasurer must have actively served as a member of the Board of Directors for at least one full calendar year and must furnish two letters of recommendation that speak to their effective leadership skills.
IV. Educational entities, for the purpose of these Bylaws, shall include public, private, and charter schools, educational collaboratives, colleges and universities.
Those who are nominating him/her/themself or someone else for an elected position have the option of conveying his/her/their interest in being considered for an appointed position. He/she/they may do so in the letter of intent.
MASSCUE SPRING ELECTIONS:
Even Numbered Years
Election Year 2024
Nominations will open on February 26, 2024 and are due by 6:00 P.M. on March 25, 2024.
General Information:
Every other year in April MassCUE elects four (4) at-large members to the MassCUE Board of Directors..
The full term is for 2 1/2 years. The newly elected members of the board serve side-by-side with current board members from the time they are elected until the official beginning of their terms at the conference in the fall of 2024.
The MassCUE Board of Directors determine the type and direction of MassCUE’s activities throughout the year and provide the leadership behind the many great events and resources available to members. We encourage all who run for election to review the Operating & Strategic Planning [6] and Bylaws, Policies & Procedure [7] sections of our website.
Those who are nominating him/her/themself or someone else for an elected position have the option of conveying his/her/their interest in being considered for an appointed position. He/she/they may do so in the letter of intent. See the Nomination Procedure [14] page for details.
To determine if you are eligible for appointment, review Section 4.D of our Bylaws (excerpt below):
I. Any individual shall be eligible for appointment or election to the Board of Directors of the MassCUE organization, should they meet two of the following criteria:
A registered member of the MassCUE organization who actively contributes for at least one year, as determined by the Board of Directors.
A community member of MassCUE who is:
-- A current or retired educator.
-- An employee of an educational entity within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
-- Or, a full-time student, age eighteen-or-older.
A community member of MassCUE that demonstrates support and exhibits qualities and skills that would support the mission of the organization.
II. In addition, the Board of Directors shall make every effort to form a Board that represents and includes the diversity of the MassCUE membership and community at large in regards to race, gender identity, and sexual orientation.
III. Candidate for President-Elect, Secretary, and Treasurer must have actively served as a member of the Board of Directors for at least one full calendar year and must furnish two letters of recommendation that speak to their effective leadership skills.
IV. Educational entities, for the purpose of these Bylaws, shall include public, private, and charter schools, educational collaboratives, colleges and universities.