The safety of our members, their families, and the Montanans we serve is our top priority. MFPE is monitoring the situation closely and will be updating this page (mfpe.org/covid) as information becomes available. In the meantime, please use the following resources and guidelines.
Member Resources:
Schools
Grants
COVID-19 Rapid Response Grants
COVID-19 Response – Learning & Leadership Grants
COVID-19 Response – Student Success Grants
Guidance on “Stay at Home” Directive and Essential Services Provided by K-12 School Districts
MFPE Bargaining Advisory for k-12 locals
Further Guidance on School Closures
MFPE and MTSBA Endorsed MOA Template for K-12
COVID-19 FAQs for Education Professional from MT-PEC
Health and Safety Planning for COVID-19 Self-Audit Checklist & Best Practices from MT-PEC
Digital Learning & COVID-19 Q&A and Resources
State Employees
Demand to Bargain for State Employees
Directive implementing related to state correctional and state-contracted correctional facilities
COVID-19 FAQs for State Employees from DOA
Emergency Onsite and Remote Work Procedures
COVID-19 Employee Assistance Program Resources
General Resources
MFPE offering free new benefit to members: trauma counseling
Governor’s Coronavirus Task Force
Job Service Montana Contact Information
Health Resources:
Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) – Montana DPHHS
Q&A on coronaviruses (COVID-19) – World Health Organization
Frequently Asked Questions – Centers for Disease Control
Mental Health Information and Resources
News and Updates:
Governor Bullock Extends Directives Issued to Respond to COVID-19 Pandemic 4/9/202
Governor Bullock Issues Stay at Home Directive to Slow the Spread of COVID-19 3/26/2020
Governor Bullock extends closures and updates social distancing requirements 3/24/2020
Bullock orders closure of K-12 schools for two weeks 3/15/2020
MFPE Annual Conference Postponed 3/15/2020
To help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses, you can take simple steps to protect yourself and your family.
- Stay home if you’re sick or able to work from home
- Avoid contact with sick people when possible
- Cover your cough and sneezes with the crook of your elbow or a tissue
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth and wash your hands frequently
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe