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No Child Left Behind—Myth or Truth?

What do you really "know" about NCLB? This NEA Today guide helps educators separate the facts from the fiction about the federal law.

Taking the Hit

Social problems, budget cuts, and policy mandates are presenting tough new challenges to school service providers—and students are losing out.

Over the Rainbow?

What's your idea of the perfect vacation? Soaking in a vat of chocolate? Sleeping in an igloo? Then check out these fantasy destinations guaranteed to turn your wildest dreams into relaxing realities

Should the school year be longer? Yes. Our students simply need to know more. The world they will enter demands much more than it used to. No. Teachers are human. We suffer from burnout as much as any other occupation. Read more of their rationales or cast your vote. Yes    No

Spotlight

Nearly half of all new teachers leave the profession during their first five years. While low pay sends some of them packing, most leave for another reason: nobody's listening to them.

ESP

Arizona support professionals create an NEA local from scratch. Their formula: numbers, leadership, and vision.

Money

Find out how to shop for a great cell phone plan, save money on your prescriptions, and drive away with a good deal on a new car.

Bulletin Board

Teachers offer tips on helping students understand the science of food.

People

New Jersey music teacher Anwar Robinson took center stage on TV's American Idol. School librarian Norman Finkelstein brings history lessons to his students, in his own words.

Last Bell

As she begins the process of renewing her National Board Certification, Julie Hutcheson-Downwind reflects on the demands and the determination that drove her to seek the advanced certification 10 years ago.

Editor's Note

President's Viewpoint

UpFront

Religious leaders join the crusade to fix NCLB.

Leading the Way

State Report

Resources

Photo Faux Pas

Early in my first year as an eighth-grade math teacher, we had picture day for the annual yearbook. During my planning period, I reported to the library (where the photos were being taken), signed up for a picture, received a slip for the photographer, and got in line. When I handed the photographer my slip, she told me to have a seat and asked me what grade I was in. I was so stunned that I just stared at her before asking if she was kidding. The best part? My students were having their pictures snapped at the same time. I got lots of laughs from everyone.

—Amanda Gilstrap
Auburndale, Florida

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