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State Rep. Owens on federal overreach in schools: 'It’s time to put states in charge and parents in the driver’s seat'
Burgess Owens, a Utah State Representative, has expressed concerns over federal education policy, stating that it has been dominated by bureaucrats aligned with teachers' unions who prioritize power over students' learning.
Utah custodian named 2025 NEA Education Support Professional of the Year
The National Education Association (NEA) has announced Andy Markus, head custodian at Draper Park Middle School in Draper, Utah, as the 2025 NEA Education Support Professional (ESP) of the Year.
Coalition sues Trump administration over plans to dismantle education department
Advocacy groups have initiated legal action against the Trump Administration, challenging its efforts to dismantle the United States Department of Education.
Coalition sues Trump administration over attempts to dismantle Department of Education
A coalition of educators, school districts, and unions has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration in response to its efforts to dismantle the Department of Education.
Court blocks Musk's access to private data in recent injunction
A federal court has issued a preliminary injunction against Elon Musk's initiative, the 'Department of Government Efficiency', blocking it from receiving private data from three government departments.
Charter school advocates achieve legislative victories across the United States
The 2024 legislative session proved to be a productive period for charter school supporters throughout the United States.
Teachers on career regret: 56% would choose teaching again
A Teacher Tapp poll has revealed that when asked if they would choose to teach again, 56% of teachers affirmed they would, while 23% indicated they would opt for a different career path.
Survey: 80% of teachers use verbal praise in classrooms
Teacher Tapp released a survey indicating that teachers favor verbal praise as a method of rewarding students, with 80% reporting its use in their last lesson.
Survey reveals that 43% of teachers use AI within the space of a week
A recent survey by Teacher Tapp revealed that 43% of teachers have utilized artificial intelligence (AI) for their school work in the past week, highlighting AI's increasing role in education.
President Trump signs executive order impacting U.S. Department of Education
Representatives from various education sectors and government levels convened at the White House for a ceremony marking the signing of a significant executive order by President Trump.
Trump signs order targeting U.S. Department of Education
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at dismantling key functions of the U.S. Department of Education.
Teachers express concern over Trump's plan to eliminate federal role in education
AFT members across the United States are voicing their concerns over former President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at eliminating the federal role in education.
NEA president criticizes Trump's plan to dismantle Department of Education
National Education Association (NEA) President Becky Pringle has issued a statement in response to former President Donald Trump's reported Executive Order aimed at dismantling the Department of Education.
Educators rally nationwide for stronger public school protections
Thousands of educators, parents, students, and community leaders gathered across the United States to express their concerns about the future of public education.
AFT sues Department of Education over blocked student loan repayment options
The American Federation of Teachers (AFT), representing 1.8 million members, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education (ED) over changes to student loan repayment options.
AFT responds to Trump's plan to cut federal role in education
AFT President Randi Weingarten has issued a statement in response to former President Donald Trump's upcoming executive order aimed at removing the federal government's role in education.
Trump signs executive order shifting educational power
Tomorrow, March 20th, President Donald Trump will sign an Executive Order that shifts control over education from federal bureaucracies to families and states.
Survey: 35% of teachers have taken pay cuts to reduce stress
A recent survey conducted by Teacher Tapp revealed that 35% of teachers have opted for a pay cut to alleviate job stress and enhance work-life balance.
Teachers say student behavior is worse than when they started, survey finds
A recent survey conducted by Teacher Tapp reveals that a majority of elementary and middle school teachers perceive a decline in student behavior over time compared to when they first began their teaching careers.
Survey: Few teachers believe school discipline policies are too strict
A Teacher Tapp survey has revealed that despite widespread concerns about student behavior, most teachers find their school's discipline policies reasonable in addressing such issues.