Published: May 8, 2025
First Appeared In NEA Today, May 2025
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Our staff: custodians, cafeteria workers, classroom aides, teachers, nurses, office folks! All amazing human beings who give so much!”
—Theresa C.
Quote byTamara Madden, Oregon
There’s so much to love! Besides the educational opportunities and chance to break generational barriers, I love that we feed every student every day—for free!”
—Tamara Madden, Oregon
Quote byAnna G.
Everyone is embraced for who they are.”
—Anna G.
Quote byMike S.
Our pensions!”
—Mike S.
Quote byJulie N.
The support from the community. Anytime I attend a board of education meeting, there is always more than one parent or community member who pleads for better pay for educators.”
—Julie N.
Quote byBeth K.
The diversity of students and families!”
—Beth K.
Quote byEwa Meoni, Virginia
My team is amazing! The students are diverse and awesome. Public schools educate all!”
—Ewa Meoni, Virginia
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