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The National Education Association (NEA) is more than 3 million people—educators, students, activists, workers, parents, neighbors, friends—who believe in opportunity for all students and in the power of public education to transform lives and create a more just and inclusive society.
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Does School Start Too Early?
Does School Start Too Early?
Everyone agrees students need more sleep. But even as districts have adopted later school start times, the momentum behind this change seems to have stalled. “Are we really thinking this through?” asks one educator.
Protecting Schools and Sacred Spaces From ICE
Protecting Schools and Sacred Spaces From ICE
Our guest is Karen Tumlin, Founder and Director of the Justice Action Center, and one of the attorneys leading the PCUN v. Noem lawsuit, which seeks to defend every student’s right to learn without fear.
Your Salary Schedule Is Even More Important Than You Think!
Your Salary Schedule Is Even More Important Than You Think!
Here's why unions fight for short, strong salary schedules that boost their members' career earnings.
Report: Schools Must Prioritize Teacher Work-Life Balance
Report: Schools Must Prioritize Teacher Work-Life Balance
A new survey finds educators face more job intrusion and job flexibility issues than other working adults. There are more than a few ways school districts can help address this imbalance.
Are You Ready to Teach in Multilingual Classrooms?
Are You Ready to Teach in Multilingual Classrooms?
Learn strategies to help multilingual learners thrive.
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Your passion and commitment are crucial to helping all students—of all colors and backgrounds—learn, grow, and fulfill their potential. Here’s how you can get started.
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Let’s get real
87 percent of America’s education standards mentioning Indigenous people and cultures are limited to pre-1900 contexts.
Let’s bring real change
“A contemporary story about a Native boy helps battle stereotyping while also offering lessons that anyone can learn about growing up and honoring your community and your place in it. It doesn’t swim through the tragedy and trauma of what Native culture lost but speaks about the living culture that is here and how kids can get to healing.”
— Anton Treuer, author of "Where Wolves Don't Die"
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In a recent study, 88 percent of students reported their ability to concentrate improved in flexible seating environments.
Let’s bring real change
“I noticed as we were going that my behavior issues in my classroom started decreasing by a lot. Kids were feeling somewhat in control. They could choose where they wanted to sit for independent work time. Behaviors were going down and engagement was going up....I usually tell people to start with what they have, and then I always remind teachers that you need to still have a spot for your students. Maybe not necessarily a chair or desk, but you need to have a place for all your students.”
— Beth Pittman, first-grade teacher
Find advice for using flexible seating in your classroom
NEA members advocate for better pay and benefits, better working conditions, and better learning conditions for students.
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"I’m a proud union member because it provides us with better training, better teachers, and better service for students."
— Glenn Charlie , Elementary Teacher’s Aide, Alaska
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The National Education Association (NEA), the nation's largest
professional employee organization, is committed to advancing the cause of
public education. NEA's 3 million members work at every level of
education—from pre-school to university graduate programs. NEA has
affiliate organizations in every state and in more than 14,000 communities
across the United States.