Quarterly issues of New Teacher Advocate , a $12 value (first year of membership only);

KDP Record when you renew after your first year, a $20 value

Discounted subscription (33% discount) to Educational Forum; and

Variety of professional books.

Monthly e-newsletter, Solutions, a resource newsletter thatincludes links to current research reports, the topical bulletin Novice Notes, classroom tips in Ideas to Go, and recommended Web sites in Resource Roundup; and

Monthly e-newsletter, KDP News, where you find updates on benefits and services, quick links to timely information and resources, member spotlights and kudos, and insights from various KDP leaders; and

Teacher Hotline, through a response team of nationally recognized educators answers your questions confidentially 24 hours a day, 7 days a week;

Online Discussion Boards connecting you with teachers of all levels and subject areas around the country;

Online Teaching Resources with hundreds of ideas, lesson plans, and resource links in various content areas and grade levels;

Podcasts by experts on today’s hottest topics in education, including presentations by KDP Laureates, the Society’s honored and renowned educators;

Education in the News, a collection of executive summaries of top news stories from across the country and updated weekly; and

Online archived issues of KDP print publications for practical ideas, research, and continued professional development.

Your KDP stole or honor cord worn at graduation displays your accomplishment and symbolizes honor and your commitment to education; and

National Student Teacher/Intern of the Year Award recognizes outstanding accomplishment; and

Distinguished Chapter Officer Award recognizes outstanding accomplishments in chapter leadership and management.

Career Center, the place for members to begin their job search—accessing advice, expertise, and resources from educational experts who are or have been in hiring positions. At the Career Center, you also can search for jobs locally, in your state, across the country, or even internationally;

Our comprehensive listing of state licensing requirements helps you learn about credentials and requirements for positions all across the country.

Graduate school information, including scholarships, if you are considering or planning to pursue an advanced degree.

Monthly New Member News e-newsletter your first year, connecting you with KDP benefits, services, and programs;

Leadership, networking, community service, and professional development opportunities geared toward pre-service teachers through involvement with your local chapter; and

Connection with other members through social networking on Facebook.

Personal and professional development and networking opportunities at local, regional, and national meetings;

Publishing opportunities through KDP journals, magazines, or newsletters; Short, topical articles or research-based manuscripts can be submitted for review for possible publication in the appropriate publication;

Present your research with your mentor or advisor at the national Convocation for additional recognition and professional development opportunities; and

Connect with a mentor to help you transition from student to teacher.

Get a full year of Student Teaching Liability Insurance for only $15;

10% discount on classroom supplies from Classroom Direct;

25% discount on registration to the national biennial Convocation, the leading conference for educators at all levels of the profession. Participate in professional development workshops, listen to leaders in the field of education, meet students and teachers from across the country, and have fun!