Published: January 2026
First Appeared In NEA Today, January 2026
Quote byConnie Miner, Michigan
Finding Nemo.
That scene with Marlin telling Nemo not to touch the boat, and then Nemo touches the boat while looking right at Marlin!
—Connie Miner, Michigan
Quote byMarshia P.
50 First Dates!
Teach it today, and tomorrow they have never heard of it.
—Marshia P.
Quote byKaren Waters, Tennessee
I’m a music teacher, so it’s Mr. Holland’s Opus! Still one of my favorite movies of all time!
—Karen Waters, Tennessee
Quote byAmy K.
Some days … Jurassic Park.
—Amy K.
Quote byApril W.
Forrest Gump!
All of my kids can and will succeed, … and Lieutenant Dan (that’s me!) will be right by their side!
—April W.
Quote byPatrick Bentley, Florida
The Hunger Games. The federal and state [legislatures] are the 'Capitol,' and public education is the 'outer districts.' We’re told to provide while given minimal (or no) support.
—Patrick Bentley, Florida
Quote byBrad B.
Groundhog Day.
—Brad B.
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