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Friday, July 26, 2024
Harris addresses educators at national convention in Houston
Thousands of teachers, support staff, school nurses and bus drivers heard from Vice President Kamala Harris> on Thursday at their convention in …
Friday, July 26, 2024
As court decision looms, a push for better NC school funding
As summer winds down and North Carolina students prepare to return to school, the focus shifts to the urgent need for better public education funding…
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
NY teachers union launches pro-public education campaign
New York's United Federation of Teachers union is launching a campaign to bolster public education. It comes as public schools' role as a social …
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Iowa advocates rally for kids' summertime food
Iowa is one of 13 states not participating in a federal summer food program for children. The Iowa Hunger Coalition has launched a petition drive to …
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
MN educators join national calls for democracy, better working conditions
Politics and education reform are among the major topics at a national convention of more than 3,500 teachers union members this week, including some …
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Hunger is another struggle for Arkansas 'ALICE' residents
By Mary Hennigan for The Arkansas Advocate.Broadcast version by Freda Ross for Arkansas News Service reporting for The Arkansas Advocate-Winthrop Rock…
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Forest Corps battles wildfire crisis, gets Utah's young people involved
The federal government is looking to combat the climate crisis and protect public lands in Utah and around the country by empowering young adults…
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
IN students face stricter attendance rules, new reading requirements
As students in Indiana head back to school, they will encounter some stricter classroom rules, including new reading requirements and a tighter …
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Teachers rally at national convention in Houston
School teachers and staff members, nurses and health care workers from around the nation are meeting in Houston this week for the American Federation …
Carter's adoption support: Empowering families, strengthening workplaces
A Georgia company is showcasing the benefits of supporting workers who want to adopt children. The Atlanta-based kids' clothing brand Carter's is …
Wayne State adapts physical education program for students with disabilities
Wayne State University has received a $1.25 million grant to prepare adapted physical education specialists to serve students with disabilities…
Thousands of teachers expected in TX for their annual convention
Thousands of educators from across the nation will be in Houston starting this weekend for the American Federation of Teachers annual convention…