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Salary Increases Help Teachers Stay in the Profession

Hard-fought gains in pay are making a difference. “I finally have my head above water. But we need to do better.”

Education Policy

federal shutdown

Education Department Guts Special Education Staff Amid Government Shutdown

by: Cindy Long October 21, 2025
A lawsuit temporarily halted the cuts, but the danger to critical services remains.
Iowa special election 2025

How a Special Election Brought a Big Victory for Public Education

by: Amanda Litvinov September 19, 2025
A critical state Senate seat in Iowa went to the candidate who wholeheartedly supports public schools. There are lessons to be learned from her campaign.
Trump cuts education research

In the Assault on Education Research, Students are the Victims

by: Cindy Long August 28, 2025
The Trump administration has decimated the Institute of Education Sciences, the Department of Education's research division. Students will feel most of the impact.

Health, Wellness, & Safety

cyberbullying

How to Stop Cyberbullies

by: Jeff Bradbury September 18, 2025
A technology teacher outlines a path forward to a safer digital future. 
schools heat islands

‘Urban Heat Zones’ Making Schools Even Hotter

by: Calvin Macatantan August 28, 2025
In extreme heat, learning can become almost unbearable.
California educator Mike Tinoco leads with the heart, helping students develop skills, heal from trauma, and find their voice through community and connection.

Bringing Heart and Healing to the Classroom

by: Brenda Álvarez August 6, 2025
For California English teacher Mike Tinoco, teaching is about people, relationships, and, at its core, love. His approach challenges the idea that love and care are “extras” in education—they’re the foundation.

Racial & Social Justice

Pride color banner celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month

Bringing LGBTQ+ Voices into the Classroom

by: Brenda Álvarez October 1, 2025
How educators are using spoken histories from the Making Gay History podcast to teach empathy, complexity, and inclusion.
ICE protest

The Trauma Immigration Raids Leave in Classrooms

by: Brenda Álvarez September 10, 2025
‘Are they coming to take us away?’ asked one kindergartener, as immigration raids spread fear in classrooms.
A close-up of a young curly-haired woman leading a student protest, rallying her peers with passion and a megaphone.

How Los Angeles Students Are Meeting the Threat of ICE Raids

by: Calvin Macatantan August 20, 2025
A student-led coalition is organizing for change and winning!

Salary & Workplace Conditions

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Your Salary Schedule Is Even More Important Than You Think!

by: Amanda Litvinov October 3, 2025
Here's why unions fight for short, strong salary schedules that boost their members' career earnings.
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How Much Do Educators Get Paid?

by: Mary Ellen Flannery September 18, 2025
From rural towns to mid-size cities across the U.S., educator salaries vary greatly. How does yours stack up?
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Salary Increases Help Teachers Stay in the Profession

by: Tim Walker September 17, 2025
Hard-fought gains in pay are making a difference. “I finally have my head above water. But we need to do better.”
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