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NEA’s Read Across America Brings the Joy of Reading—and the Freedom to Read—to Students and Classrooms Nationwide

March 2, 2026

Today, kindergarten and first-grade students at Cardinal Elementary School, in Arlington, Virginia, kicked off this year’s celebration by hosting a national “Read-In” with NEA President Becky Pringle

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NEA President on the State of the Union: “Trump isn’t listening to families or educators and he’s recycling the same failed agenda.”

February 24, 2026

WASHINGTON — NEA President Becky Pringle released the following statement reacting to Donald Trump’s State of the Union address:

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Department of Education Backs Down on Unlawful Directive Targeting Educational Equity

February 18, 2026

In a victory for academic freedom and education equity, the U.S. Department of Education conceded the end of its February 14, 2025, “Dear Colleague” directive that sought to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in schools and higher education institutions nationwide.

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NEA President Becky Pringle on the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson

February 17, 2026

Pringle: "Today, I celebrate the life and legacy of a pioneering giant who will be forever remembered as a pillar of justice for labor, education, and communities across this nation."

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NEA to ICE: End traumatization of students and the occupation of our communities

January 16, 2026

NEA President Becky Pringle: ICE does not belong in our schools or our communities

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Eliminate loan tiers – Treat educators like the professionals they are

December 15, 2025

Pringle: We should be removing barriers to the profession, not creating new ones

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NEA President Becky Pringle on Trump’s executive order blocking the regulation of AI

December 12, 2025

Pringle: "Decisions about the use of AI must be driven by the well-being and needs of humans — our students, our educators, our families — not corporations."

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NEA President Becky Pringle: By not addressing the health care crisis, Trump and Congress have failed American families

December 11, 2025

On January 1, 2026, 22 million Americans will see their monthly health care premiums increase by an average of 114 percent

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NEA celebrates passage of Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act

December 10, 2025

Becky Pringle: "Every student in this country, regardless of ZIP code, should have access to strong opportunities and adequate resources."

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NEA: IDEA is 50 Years Old — And at Risk

November 26, 2025

Pringle: Fifty years ago, with the passage of IDEA, America made a promise to students with disabilities and their families – that they would be able to participate fully in learning and reach their potential.

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NEA’s Read Across America Brings the Joy of Reading—and the Freedom to Read—to Students and Classrooms Nationwide

NEA President on the State of the Union: “Trump isn’t listening to families or educators and he’s recycling the same failed agenda.”

Department of Education Backs Down on Unlawful Directive Targeting Educational Equity

NEA President Becky Pringle on the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson

NEA to ICE: End traumatization of students and the occupation of our communities

Eliminate loan tiers – Treat educators like the professionals they are

NEA President Becky Pringle on Trump’s executive order blocking the regulation of AI

NEA President Becky Pringle: By not addressing the health care crisis, Trump and Congress have failed American families

NEA celebrates passage of Secure Rural Schools Reauthorization Act

NEA: IDEA is 50 Years Old — And at Risk

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