Educators disciplined for posts about Kirk’s death
From Florida to Iowa, schools are moving fast against teachers whose posts spark outrage. But at what cost?
teachers’ unions
NEA stops bid to cut ties with Anti-Defamation League
Delegates from the nation's largest teachers union voted to sever ties; the Executive Committee rejected the proposal.
Betsy DeVos speaks about the road ahead
We hear a speech from the US Education Department under Secretary Betsy DeVos, as she looks to move on after Joe Biden is inaugurated.
Janus decision is a blow to public schools
A decision by the US Supreme Court could affect the ability of teachers' unions to negotiate on behalf of rank-and-file teachers.
Okla. teachers may walk out over pay on Monday
Teachers have had enough low pay. Many take 2nd jobs or sell blood plasma to pad their income. Strike possible Monday.
W. Chgo. volunteer teachers suspend a few clubs
Teachers in West Chicago have been working without a contract, and now they have decided not to volunteer their time to sponsor some student clubs.
Study underscores need for teacher diversity
Black students may work better with black teachers, perhaps as role models. But even white students statistically prefer black and Latino teachers.
NLRB rules charter schools aren’t public schools
Two charter schools, one in NY, one in Pa., should be treated as private corporations under federal labor laws.
Gunfire at Oaxaca teachers’ union fight
Violence has erupted near Mexico City, as teachers in Oaxaca state protest government "reforms" that include strong teacher evaluations.
Chicago teachers march in fierce protest
The budget impasse in Illinois is dire and may result in school closures and failures on the part of school district to pay teachers.