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Integrating music boosts elementary education outcomes
Teachers are increasingly integrating music and movement into elementary classrooms to enhance learning.
Charter Schools Week celebrates three decades of impact through federal program
Millions across the United States are observing National Charter Schools Week, celebrating the role of charter schools in public education.
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Union leaders criticize Newark mayor's arrest amid ICE facility inspection
AFT President Randi Weingarten, along with American Association of University Professors President Todd Wolfson and AFT leaders in New Jersey, have expressed concerns over the arrest of Newark Mayor Ras Baraka.
Teacher Tapp finds split views on charter school autonomy
Teacher Tapp, a teacher survey application, has released data indicating that educators perceive charter schools as having more autonomy compared to district public schools.
PTA celebrates Teacher Appreciation Week with events honoring educators
Teachers play a crucial role in supporting children's success both inside and outside the classroom.
Howie Berman named executive director by National PTA
National PTA has announced Howie Berman as its new executive director.
Teacher Tapp: 15% of teachers cite insufficient pay as reason for considering exit
Teacher Tapp, a teacher survey application, has highlighted low pay as one of the primary reasons educators consider leaving the profession, particularly among elementary school teachers.
Survey: 18% of teachers cite excessive workload as key reason for dissatisfaction
Teacher Tapp, a teacher survey application, has revealed in a recent survey that excessive workload is a frequently cited reason for teacher dissatisfaction.
Survey: 23% of teachers cite poor student behavior as reason for considering exit
Teacher Tapp, a teacher survey platform, has highlighted student behavior as a primary reason for teacher attrition.
West Virginia legislature passes two bills supporting charter schools
During the 87th legislative session, West Virginia's legislature passed two bills aimed at enhancing public school choice through charter schools.
Federal Education Association sues over executive order affecting collective bargaining rights
The Federal Education Association (FEA) has initiated legal proceedings against an executive order issued by Donald Trump, which removes collective bargaining rights from federal workers.
Texas introduces school choice program with Senate Bill 2 signing
Tomorrow, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 2 into law, introducing the state’s first school choice program.
National Education Association president denounces proposed education budget cuts
Earlier today, the Trump Administration announced its proposed "skinny budget," highlighting substantial cuts to education funding, specifically reducing $12 billion from the Department of Education.
AFT criticizes Trump's 2026 budget proposal for education and healthcare cuts
AFT President Randi Weingarten has expressed disapproval following President Donald Trump's announcement of the fiscal 2026 budget proposal.
NEA calls for lawmaker support as Teacher Appreciation Week begins
The National Education Association (NEA) will join students, families, and communities across the United States to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week from May 5 to 9, 2025.
Federal Charter Schools Program celebrates 30 years of funding educational growth
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of the Charter Schools Program's inaugural grant to advance the development and potential of charter schools.
Winners of 2024-2025 National PTA Reflections art program announced
National PTA has announced the winners of its 2024-2025 Reflections student art program.
AFT President criticizes Trump for cutting school mental health grants
AFT President Randi Weingarten has publicly addressed the recent decision by the Trump administration to cancel $1 billion in mental health grants.
Charter schools' public nature debated in U.S. Supreme Court case
Today, the U.S. Supreme Court engaged in oral discussions in the significant case of St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School v. Drummond.
AFT president comments on Supreme Court religious charter school case
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) President Randi Weingarten expressed concerns in a statement following the U.S. Supreme Court's hearing of two cases from Oklahoma.