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Parents of Students with Disabilities: Don’t Gut Federal Funding

Millions of parents fear disruptions and loss of critical services if the funding and oversight of the Department of Education is shut down.

Education Policy

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What Was School Like for Students With Disabilities Before IDEA?

by: Kalie Walker March 19, 2025
The landmark law ushered in an era of inclusion and equity. The current assault on public schools could unravel that progress, leaving students without the support they need.
Linda McMahon

What We Learned from Linda McMahon’s Confirmation Hearing

by: Tim Walker February 14, 2025
The nominee is ready to dismantle the Department of Education and steer federal funds away from public schools to pay for private school vouchers and tax cuts for the rich.
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How Dismantling the Department of Education Would Harm Students

by: Tim Walker February 4, 2025
The Trump administration is taking a wrecking ball to public schools—inflicting damage on millions of students across the country in the process—to pay for tax handouts for billionaires.

Health, Wellness, & Safety

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Amid Measles Outbreak, School Nurses Promote Vaccinations

by: Cindy Long March 18, 2025
The best way to stop the spread and protect students is with safe, effective vaccines.
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The Power of Transformative Social-Emotional Learning

by: Brenda Álvarez February 24, 2025
Educators are reshaping classrooms by fostering deeper relationships and nurturing the humanity in every student.
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How Students Literally ‘Work Out’ Behavior Problems

by: Cindy Long December 5, 2024
Strenuous activity during the school day helps students manage their behavior.

Racial & Social Justice

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NEA-ACLU Lawsuit Challenges Trump’s Anti-DEI “Dear Colleague” Letter

by: Brenda Álvarez March 7, 2025
NEA President: The Trump administration wants to punish students, parents, and educators in public schools for fostering inclusive classrooms.
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NEA Shares Guidance as Immigration Changes Create Uncertainty

by: Brenda Álvarez January 31, 2025
Learn how educators can prepare amid threats of mass deportation and policy rollbacks.
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Navigating Cultural Appropriation in the Classroom

by: Brenda Álvarez January 23, 2025
Educators can help students engage with diversity thoughtfully, avoiding stereotypes and promoting empathy, by fostering understanding and respect for cultural traditions.

Salary & Workplace Conditions

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Eight Charts that Tell You Everything About Faculty Pay

by: Mary Ellen Flannery March 12, 2025
The 2025 NEA Faculty Pay Report shows a small uptick in faculty purchasing power, but it still hasn’t recovered to pre-pandemic levels.
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How Can We Improve Professional Development?

by: Sundjata Sekou March 7, 2025
What is wrong with district-sponsored professional development? Well, sometimes everything. Two educators discuss the trouble with PD and what can be done to actually make it worth educators’ time and effort.
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Teachers’ Working Conditions Worse Today

by: Mary Ellen Flannery February 5, 2025
Increases in classroom disruptions, declines in teacher safety are key issues.
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Art Feeds the Soul… And Grows Your Union!

Download a new poster from NEA and put it up in your classroom or staff lounge! Remember you have a federally protected right to show the world that you are a union member.

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