Retirement may mark the end of a career, but it doesn’t mean the end of your connection to Missouri’s education leadership community. MASA’s Lifetime Emeritus Membership honours retired superintendents for their service while keeping them actively engaged with the MASA family.
This complimentary membership ensures continued access to resources, events, and opportunities to support future school leaders.
What is MASA Emeritus Membership?
The MASA Emeritus Membership is a lifetime, no-cost membership offered to retired superintendents who have dedicated their careers to Missouri’s public education system. It’s MASA’s way of recognising your legacy—and providing a way to remain involved, informed, and connected.
As an Emeritus member, you’ll continue to:
- Access the MASA Membership Portal
- Stay in touch with former colleagues
- Register for MASA events
- Receive communications from MASA and partner organisations
How to Stay Connected Online
Through the MASA Membership Portal, Emeritus members can:
- View contact information for fellow retired and active MASA members
- Keep their own contact details up to date
- Register for events and reunions
- Access updates from MASA and related organisations
Already have a portal account?
Just log in using your email address and personal password.
Need help setting up your account?
Contact Melissa Shannon, Director of Member Services & Engagement, at 573-638-4825 or email Melissa.Shannon@mcsa.org.
2025 MASA Emeritus Reunion Details
Date: Friday, October 10, 2025
Location: Gary D. Sharpe Education Center
3550 Amazonas Drive, Jefferson City, MO
The reunion is a special day to reconnect with friends, share memories, and get updates on the current state of Missouri’s public education landscape.
The event includes:
- Open house
- Social time with fellow retirees
- Lunch
- Updates from MASA, PSRS, and Better Schools for Missouri
More details will be shared closer to the date—so mark your calendar now!
Meet the MASA Emeritus Committee
The Emeritus Committee represents regions across the state, providing support, leadership, and input for how MASA serves its retired members.
| Region | Name | |
|---|---|---|
| NW | Nancy Greeley | greeleyn77@mail.com |
| WC | Mike Jinks | 19mj46@charter.net |
| WC | Maggie Anderson | mg2.anderson@gmail.com |
| SW | Dennis Cooper | denniscooper@gocsdmo.org |
| SW | Tanya Vest | tvest524@gmail.com |
| SW | Terry Reid | reidterry@hotmail.com |
| SC | Stan Johnson | sjohnson@opaafood.com |
| SC | Jay Reese | reesejay@yahoo.com / jay.reese@dese.mo.gov |
| SC | Bert Kimble | kimbleconsultingllc@yahoo.com |
| SE | Shelley Jokerst | sjokerst@semo.edu |
| SE | Jim Welker | jlwelker@semo.edu |
| SE | Thomas Gotsch | tntgotsch@gmail.com |
| GSTL | Terry Stewart | terrencestewart24@gmail.com |
| GSTL | Joylynn Pruitt-Adams | joylynnlpruitt@yahoo.com |
| GSTL | Bill Rebore | reborewt@gmail.com |
| NE | J.D. King | jdking@cvalley.net |
| NE | Elaine Henderson | ethend@centurytel.net |
If you’re a retired superintendent and haven’t yet connected with your regional representative, now is a great time to reach out and get involved.
Continue Your Impact, Even in Retirement
The strength of Missouri’s public education system is built on the shoulders of dedicated leaders like you. MASA’s Lifetime Emeritus Membership ensures that your experience, insights, and leadership remain a part of the ongoing work to improve schools and support new generations of administrators.
Through events like the annual reunion and ongoing communication via the portal, you’ll always have a seat at the table—and a voice in the conversation.
FAQs
What is MASA’s Lifetime Emeritus Membership?
It is a no-cost, lifetime membership offered to retired Missouri superintendents, allowing them to stay connected with MASA events, updates, and colleagues.
How can Emeritus members access the MASA Member Portal?
Members can log in using their email and password. If you don’t have an account, contact Melissa Shannon at 573-638-4825 or Melissa.Shannon@mcsa.org to get set up.
Is there a fee for Emeritus membership?
No, MASA offers Lifetime Emeritus Membership completely free for retired superintendents as a way to honour their service.
When and where is the 2025 MASA Emeritus Reunion?
The reunion will be held on Friday, October 10, 2025, at the Gary D. Sharpe Education Center in Jefferson City, MO.
Who can I contact on the MASA Emeritus Committee?
You can reach out to your regional representative listed on the MASA website or in the article above. Each region has at least one contact person available.
