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Hundreds of school leaders warned they’d have to lay off teachers and cut programs if federal funds weren’t released. But thanks to the advocacy of educators, parents, and community allies, the funding is now moving. Howver, the fight isn’t over. buff.ly/raBgXWz
Defunding popular programs can be as unwelcome in Trump country as it is in coastal cities.
Are you thinking about the use of AI in your role and/or in your district? Here are questions that students, educators, and families can ask as schools and districts develop local policies and review, adopt, and reevaluate AI tools.
For students, educators, and families, ask these key questions as your school or district develops AI policies and integrates AI tools.
According to a new survey by the RAND Corporation, teachers are less likely to leave their jobs. However, concerns about their well-being persist and may be on the rise.
Despite some signs of progress, well-being and low pay are still major challenges.
One job should be enough.
The share of teachers working second jobs outside the classroom did not change much from before the pandemic.
Many schools are still on summer break, but #ReadAcrossAmerica has diverse book recommendations even now! July's theme is cultivate compassion, with selections for elementary, middle, and young adult readers đź“– đź’ś
Help students bring empathy and compassion to all the ways they collaborate.
When educators, parents, and elected leaders work together, students win.
Thanks to community advocacy and pressure from @budzinski.house.gov, critical education funding is finally being released after an unlawful delay by the Trump administration.
The Department of Education will begin releasing nearly $5.5 billion in Congressionally-approved funds illegally withheld from states.
“You are the champions of the students of our nation. It’s now time for us to be the champions for you.”
Senators @sanders.senate.gov and @edmarkey.bsky.social have reintroduced education bills that would increase minimum salaries for teachers to $60,000. Read about it:
Sens. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., and Edward Markey, D-Mass., have reintroduced education bills that would increase minimum salaries for teachers and the minimum wage for support staff.
“As the Trump Administration continues to attack our public schools, we must organize, advocate, and mobilize,” said NEA VP Princess Moss at @hirono.senate.gov’s Capitol Hill forum. Every student belongs in a great public school, and every community deserves the resources to make that a reality.
On Saturday, families in every corner of the country came together in peaceful marches, rallies and events to say: our families come first, and we will protect each other. Learn more ways to take action in support of families here: buff.ly/ishq3kd
Today marks the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
This legislation—hard-fought, hard-won—was nothing short of transformative for so many.
But ableism is still pervasive, inside the classroom and out. It is our duty to continue the fight for inclusion and accessibility.
