NEA Today Past Issues

In the latest issue of NEA Today for NEA-Retired, find out how Retired members are stepping up to protect each other from scams targeting older adults—and get tips on how to stay safe. You’ll also learn how the November elections could impact public schools and students, and what you can do to help. Plus, did you know that Art Garfunkel’s true calling—other than music—was teaching? Read about him and eight other classic rock stars and Hollywood icons who were teachers!

Welcome back, educators! The latest issue of NEA Today will inspire you with ways to create more “aha!” moments in the classroom this school year. You’ll also explore the latest educator pay trends in “News You Can Use” and find out how educators are negotiating for better working condition. Plus, your students’ future is on the ballot this November—who gets elected will determine the future of special ed funding, food assistance for needy families, and school vouchers.

In our latest issue of NEA Today for NEA Higher Ed, find out how contingent faculty are demanding equal pay for equal work. Plus, learn how anti-Blackness harms students and how Higher Ed members are protecting their jobs from artificial intelligence. Explore these stories and many other great reads!

Are you concerned about your pension? The May issue of NEA Today for NEA-Retired gives you the tools to speak out. Our cover story, "The Power of Pensions," provides ironclad facts—that you can share with decision-makers—about how pensions are not only critical for retirees, but also for the nation's economy. You'll also meet NEA-Retired members who are protesting immigration raids and you'll explore summer reading recommendations. Plus, fellow retirees invite you to try backyard birding!

Our May issue celebrates the joy of teaching! Despite the many pressures on educators today, NEA members still love their work. Read about the everyday moments that keep the spark alive. You'll also find tips for how to best support students with ADHD, discover if cellphone bans are working in schools across the country, explore summer reading recommendations, and much more.

In this issue, hear from Aspiring Educators grappling with the opportunities and uncertainties of artificial intelligence, learn how HBCUs are strengthening the pipeline of future Black teachers, and examine new findings on educator work-life balance, and more!

If downsizing or decluttering is on your to-do list for 2026, our latest issue has a step-by-step guide to help you stop procrastinating and start organizing. You’ll also read inspiring stories of NEA-Retired members who are mentoring the next generation of educators, and you’ll meet a retiree whose book is being featured this month in Read Across America!

How can educators do a better job of reaching boys, how is AI changing the way we teach, and what’s the latest in the debate over later school start times? Find out in NEA Today’s first issue of 2026! Plus, you’ll also discover the best shoes to keep your feet happy all day long.

In this issue, discover why Aspiring Educators are choosing purpose over cynicism, explore how to teach across political divides, learn strategies to support multilingual learners, and see how advocacy skills can spark collective action through union organizing.

This NEA Today Special Edition: The Salary Issue dives into the topic on every educator’s mind: your paycheck! What’s the state of pay for teachers and support staff around the country, how do your earnings stack up, and how can you get a raise? NEA Today gives you answers you can take to the bank.