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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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Why the U.S. Supreme Court Matters to Public Schools
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Why the U.S. Supreme Court Matters to Public Schools

Supreme Court decisions affect educators, students and working families every day. Find out how we “graded” key decisions that have helped or hurt public education.
Educators Warn Against Child Labor Rollbacks
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Educators Warn Against Child Labor Rollbacks

‘Our children are not responsible for rescuing our economy,’ says Maine teacher Rie Larson.
Meet the 2025 NEA Human and Civil Rights Awards Winners
How ESPs Advocate for Fair Pay, Better Working Conditions and Respect
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How ESPs Advocate for Fair Pay, Better Working Conditions and Respect

More states adopt NEA ESP Bill of Rights to say “One job should be enough!”
Mic Check: One, Two, … One, Teach!
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Mic Check: One, Two, … One, Teach!

From multiplication bars to literacy stars, teachers are transforming learning with hip-hop.

Our best hope for student success is you.

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.
NEA President Pringle addresses delegates to the 2025 Representative Assembly
“We cannot simply fight against. We must also fight forward for our vision of a public school system where every student—every one—attends a school that is safe, welcoming, and plentiful in resources....and where educators are valued as the professionals [they] are.”
Quote by: Becky Pringle, NEA President

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About 1 in 3 college students currently rely on Pell Grants to pay for college tuition and expenses.

Let’s bring real change

Faron Haase and his coordinating teacher
“Honestly, you get what you pay for. Quality education and an educated society come at a cost, and I think students are worth investing in....for the sake of our society and our children’s world.”
— Faron Haase (left), graduate student, Missouri
Read: Pell Grants and the Future Teachers Relying on Them

Choosing books based on students’ interests can help them see reading as entertainment the way they do video games.

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Marcia Hoyle Walkama
“The kids from Brockton wouldn't have access to books at home. And I'd say very, very few go to the public library. I try to make a big deal about having books that interest them, which I think makes a whole lot of difference. If you pick books that interest them and books [with characters who] look like them, or books that you read aloud, they want to know more, they want it in their hands.”
— Marcia Hoyle Walkama, librarian, Massachusetts
Read: Raising Literacy Rates in the Digital Age

When LGBTQ+ young people lack adult acceptance, it increases their risk of suicide attempts.

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“There is at times no social exception if you’re not White, Christian, and straight....I have four grandchildren, and they’re very different. We each do things together that they’re interested in. [Max] and I watch [Ru Paul's Drag Race] and discuss the various candidates—who we think should win the show....If you loved your grandchild before they [came out] to you, just continue to love them. They’re the same person.”
— Mary Jane Chiles, retired educator
Read: ‘I Won’t Change You’

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Educators and parents know that America's students need more opportunities to succeed, and we need to strengthen our public schools where 90% of students learn.
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Great public schools for every student

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.