/unions Unions en-US 2021 (c) 91ÖÆƬ³§ÊÓƵ Week Thu, 16 May 2024 10:00:00 GMT /policy-politics/opinion-control-freaks-are-losing-their-grip-on-education/2024/05 "School choice evangelist" says new laws are a response to unions, bureaucracies, and K-12 ideologues. Thu, 16 May 2024 10:00:00 GMT /policy-politics/opinion-control-freaks-are-losing-their-grip-on-education/2024/05 /teaching-learning/teachers-unions-are-starting-teacher-prep-programs-heres-what-to-know/2024/05 The Washington 91ÖÆƬ³§ÊÓƵ Association is pioneering a teacher residency for special education. Other unions are noticing. Wed, 15 May 2024 21:43:00 GMT /teaching-learning/teachers-unions-are-starting-teacher-prep-programs-heres-what-to-know/2024/05 /technology/how-teachers-unions-are-involved-in-the-fight-against-cellphones-in-class/2024/04 Could cellphone bans be the next big issue at the bargaining table? Wed, 24 Apr 2024 21:34:21 GMT /technology/how-teachers-unions-are-involved-in-the-fight-against-cellphones-in-class/2024/04 /teaching-learning/for-now-california-wont-mandate-science-of-reading-heres-what-happened/2024/04 The California Teachers Association was one of the bill's most prominent opponents. Wed, 17 Apr 2024 21:10:26 GMT /teaching-learning/for-now-california-wont-mandate-science-of-reading-heres-what-happened/2024/04 /policy-politics/wisconsin-teachers-sue-to-restore-collective-bargaining-rights/2023/12 The lawsuit takes fresh aim at a 2011 law that severely restricted bargaining, and has survived several legal challenges since. Fri, 01 Dec 2023 22:35:32 GMT /policy-politics/wisconsin-teachers-sue-to-restore-collective-bargaining-rights/2023/12 /leadership/how-these-districts-are-using-10-000-to-boost-student-learning/2023/09 The pilot projects, begun with grants from the National 91ÖÆƬ³§ÊÓƵ Association, aim to curb absenteeism, supply food, and offer tutoring. Mon, 25 Sep 2023 20:18:10 GMT /leadership/how-these-districts-are-using-10-000-to-boost-student-learning/2023/09 /leadership/running-for-a-school-board-seat-this-is-the-most-powerful-endorsement-you-can-get/2023/09 New research shows that this endorsement in school board races is more influential than any other, with virtually no downside. Fri, 22 Sep 2023 19:59:09 GMT /leadership/running-for-a-school-board-seat-this-is-the-most-powerful-endorsement-you-can-get/2023/09 /policy-politics/watch-5-key-takeaways-on-education-from-the-1st-gop-presidential-debate/2023/08 Among the highlights: take on the teachers' unions, scrap the 91ÖÆƬ³§ÊÓƵ Department, and boost reading. Thu, 24 Aug 2023 20:55:28 GMT /policy-politics/watch-5-key-takeaways-on-education-from-the-1st-gop-presidential-debate/2023/08 /policy-politics/broad-calls-to-ax-education-department-and-take-on-teachers-unions-at-1st-gop-debate/2023/08 Republican presidential candidates also used the first primary election debate to call for expanded school choice. Thu, 24 Aug 2023 04:20:14 GMT /policy-politics/broad-calls-to-ax-education-department-and-take-on-teachers-unions-at-1st-gop-debate/2023/08 /teaching-learning/aft-head-wants-to-show-conservatives-shes-focused-on-solutions-to-k-12s-challenges/2023/07 Randi Weingarten attacked conservatives in a speech while responding to criticism by saying teachers are responsible for finding solutions. Fri, 21 Jul 2023 23:07:00 GMT /teaching-learning/aft-head-wants-to-show-conservatives-shes-focused-on-solutions-to-k-12s-challenges/2023/07 /leadership/teachers-unions-want-every-school-to-be-a-community-school-heres-why/2023/07 The president of the Los Angeles teachers' union on why teachers like community schools—and why some administrators don't. Tue, 11 Jul 2023 21:02:07 GMT /leadership/teachers-unions-want-every-school-to-be-a-community-school-heres-why/2023/07 /teaching-learning/heres-how-the-nations-largest-teachers-union-is-spending-its-money/2023/07 Membership is down but the National 91ÖÆƬ³§ÊÓƵ Association's budget is steady, and the union has outlined spending for the coming year. Mon, 10 Jul 2023 20:39:42 GMT /teaching-learning/heres-how-the-nations-largest-teachers-union-is-spending-its-money/2023/07 /teaching-learning/nea-president-sympathizes-with-teachers-who-want-to-quit-heres-her-advice/2023/07 Becky Pringle talks about the volatile political climate teachers are in. Fri, 07 Jul 2023 20:38:33 GMT /teaching-learning/nea-president-sympathizes-with-teachers-who-want-to-quit-heres-her-advice/2023/07 /teaching-learning/we-say-gay-largest-teachers-union-pledges-to-fight-anti-lgbtq-policies/2023/07 The National 91ÖÆƬ³§ÊÓƵ Association will spend more than $500,000 countering new legislation and developing resources for its members. Thu, 06 Jul 2023 19:45:35 GMT /teaching-learning/we-say-gay-largest-teachers-union-pledges-to-fight-anti-lgbtq-policies/2023/07 /teaching-learning/teachers-are-facing-an-intentional-toxic-disrespect-secretary-cardona-says/2023/07 Teachers deserve support, not to be cast as villains for political purposes, the education secretary told the largest teachers' union. Tue, 04 Jul 2023 17:15:35 GMT /teaching-learning/teachers-are-facing-an-intentional-toxic-disrespect-secretary-cardona-says/2023/07 /teaching-learning/solidarity-or-a-safety-risk-tensions-flare-as-the-nea-prepares-to-convene-in-florida/2023/06 As the nation's largest teachers' union prepares to convene in Florida, some members are objecting to the annual gathering's location. Wed, 28 Jun 2023 21:28:29 GMT /teaching-learning/solidarity-or-a-safety-risk-tensions-flare-as-the-nea-prepares-to-convene-in-florida/2023/06 /teaching-learning/abbott-elementary-star-sheryl-lee-ralph-get-your-teachers-the-money-they-deserve/2023/05 The actress spoke at an NEA- and PTA-sponsored event kicking off Teacher Appreciation Week. Mon, 08 May 2023 20:51:28 GMT /teaching-learning/abbott-elementary-star-sheryl-lee-ralph-get-your-teachers-the-money-they-deserve/2023/05 /policy-politics/aft-head-weingarten-says-her-union-didnt-conspire-with-cdc-on-school-reopening-guidance/2023/04 Some Republicans allege the union exercised its influence to keep schools closed longer than necessary. Thu, 27 Apr 2023 00:35:57 GMT /policy-politics/aft-head-weingarten-says-her-union-didnt-conspire-with-cdc-on-school-reopening-guidance/2023/04 /policy-politics/opinion-teachers-unions-are-the-rorschach-test-for-school-reform/2023/04 Critics see special interest groups opposing common-sense reforms, but advocates see champions of workplace democracy and the common good. Thu, 13 Apr 2023 10:00:56 GMT /policy-politics/opinion-teachers-unions-are-the-rorschach-test-for-school-reform/2023/04 /teaching-learning/lawmakers-target-how-teachers-unions-collect-dues/2023/04 Teachers often opt to have union dues deducted from their paychecks. Republicans in some states are fighting to change that. Thu, 06 Apr 2023 20:05:11 GMT /teaching-learning/lawmakers-target-how-teachers-unions-collect-dues/2023/04 /leadership/what-the-election-of-chicagos-new-mayor-says-about-the-political-power-of-teachers-unions/2023/04 Brandon Johnson, a former middle school teacher and teachers' union organizer, won the race for mayor of Chicago on Tuesday. Wed, 05 Apr 2023 21:52:46 GMT /leadership/what-the-election-of-chicagos-new-mayor-says-about-the-political-power-of-teachers-unions/2023/04 /teaching-learning/why-some-teachers-unions-oppose-science-of-reading-legislation/2023/03 Several state unions say the mandates could limit teachers’ professional autonomy in the classroom. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 21:01:13 GMT /teaching-learning/why-some-teachers-unions-oppose-science-of-reading-legislation/2023/03 /teaching-learning/dont-give-into-culture-war-distractions-teachers-union-head-says/2023/03 AFT President Randi Weingarten announced four strategies to put greater attention on students' needs rather than the culture wars. Tue, 28 Mar 2023 20:56:27 GMT /teaching-learning/dont-give-into-culture-war-distractions-teachers-union-head-says/2023/03 /leadership/3-takeaways-from-recent-educator-strikes/2023/03 Support workers are using collective action to push for better working conditions. That activism can take several forms. Mon, 27 Mar 2023 20:55:56 GMT /leadership/3-takeaways-from-recent-educator-strikes/2023/03 /teaching-learning/los-angeles-educators-are-set-to-strike-will-teachers-elsewhere-follow-suit/2023/03 Unions in cities have become more aggressive—and low wages coupled with a demand for talent are giving them leverage. Mon, 20 Mar 2023 21:49:05 GMT /teaching-learning/los-angeles-educators-are-set-to-strike-will-teachers-elsewhere-follow-suit/2023/03 /leadership/this-is-not-the-job-we-signed-up-to-do-teachers-speak-out-against-school-shootings/2023/01 The largest teachers' union is taking new steps to confront gun violence in schools. Mon, 09 Jan 2023 20:57:06 GMT /leadership/this-is-not-the-job-we-signed-up-to-do-teachers-speak-out-against-school-shootings/2023/01 /policy-politics/what-a-teachers-union-leader-saw-in-ukraine/2022/10 American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten was in the country just after widespread air strikes from Russia. Wed, 12 Oct 2022 23:28:15 GMT /policy-politics/what-a-teachers-union-leader-saw-in-ukraine/2022/10 /teaching-learning/with-new-grants-teachers-union-doubles-down-on-partnerships-with-parents/2022/09 The American Federation of Teachers will invest $1.5 million in parent outreach—a counterweight to conservatives' parents'-rights narrative. Thu, 29 Sep 2022 22:24:15 GMT /teaching-learning/with-new-grants-teachers-union-doubles-down-on-partnerships-with-parents/2022/09 /teaching-learning/why-teachers-are-going-on-strike-this-fall-and-what-could-come-next/2022/09 A labor expert explains what's driving the recent teacher strikes. Mon, 19 Sep 2022 21:08:48 GMT /teaching-learning/why-teachers-are-going-on-strike-this-fall-and-what-could-come-next/2022/09 /teaching-learning/most-americans-support-raising-teacher-pay-but-theres-a-partisan-rift/2022/08 Public support for teacher pay raises is at its highest level in at least 15 years, an 91ÖÆƬ³§ÊÓƵ Next survey found. Tue, 16 Aug 2022 04:01:00 GMT /teaching-learning/most-americans-support-raising-teacher-pay-but-theres-a-partisan-rift/2022/08