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The systematic underfunding of public schools
The Alliance to Reclaim Our Schools, a partnership between the AFT and other education and civil rights groups, released a report detailing the systemic underfunding of public schools, focusing specifically on black, Latino and low-income students. AFT President Randi Weingarten says, “Awareness of the impact of…
New playbook builds on community schools success
We already know that community schools can be a powerful way to put high-quality education within reach for all children. These are places where children can get vision tests as well as science tests, parents can learn English while the…
Executive Board meetings, 2018-2019
EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETINGS, 2018-2019 2018-2019 Executive Board Meeting Schedule September 26 October 30 November 28 December 19 (Open House) January 30 February 27 March 27 April 24 May 29 June TBD (Executive Board Dinner) All dates are subject to…
It’s the union movement that can and must be the catalyst for change
By Randi Weingarten A growing and enduring middle class, great public schools, a living wage, affordable healthcare and college, a decent retirement, a voice at work and in our democracy, communities that are safe and welcoming — these are American aspirations,…
PTA930 Endorses Candidates for the Pawtucket School Committee and City Council
After conducting interviews with a number of candidates seeking a position on the Pawtucket School Committee, the following individuals have received a formal endorsement by the Pawtucket Teachers’ Alliance: *Joanne M. Bonollo *Gerard A. Charbonneau *Erin Dube *Kimberly A. Grant…