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Defend Black History with Rashad Robinson Jun 01, 2024

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Defending the right to learn about our country’s full history naturally includes defending the right to learn about Black history. As certain politicians seek to ban books by Black authors and ban courses that teach the truth about the Black experience in America, we are fighting back to ensure all students have access to an honest education. One of NEA’s partners in this work is Color Of Change, a racial justice organization committed to building power and making justice real for Black people. Today’s guest, Rashad Robinson, is the President of Color Of Change.

70 Years of Brown v. Board May 15, 2024

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Read the report, "The Legal and Pedagogical Case for Culturally Responsive and Racially Inclusive Public Education for All Students".

Danielle's Book Recommendations:

- Schoolhouse Burning by Derek Black

- Engines of Liberty by David Cole

- The Lie That Binds by Ellie Langford

Mental Health in Higher Education May 01, 2024

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Read Mary Ellen's latest article, The Mental Health Crisis Among Faculty and College Staff.

Also, see The Mental Health Crisis on College Campuses.

How to Be Strike-Ready Apr 15, 2024

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They say that the best way to prevent a strike is to prepare for one. So how can educators successfully avoid striking, while also having their demands met? Leah VanDassor, president of the St. Paul Federation of Educators, and executive board member Quentin Wathum-Ocama discuss how St. Paul, MN educators prepared for their recent negotiations, and how you can use their example as a helpful guide for your upcoming bargain.

The State of Community Schools Apr 01, 2024

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Learn more about Community Schools at NEA.org/CommunitySchools

Supporting Students with Disabilities Mar 15, 2024

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Mentioned in this episode:

https://www.nea.org/individuals-with-disabilities
Course: “Disability Representation: Historical Perspectives and the Impact of Media”. The course is free for NEA members and $39.99 for non-members. https://www.nea.org/professional-excellence/professional-learning/resources/disability-rights-and-inclusion-online-learning-opportunity
Disability-friendly Language: Words Matter! Disability Language Etiquette | NEA

Why New Teachers and ESPs Make a Dynamic Team Mar 01, 2024

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In this episode, we explore the invaluable partnership between Education Support Professionals (or ESPs) and new and aspiring educators in schools. Our guests, Joie Moore, an ESP from Ohio, and Demetrius Dove, an aspiring educator from Georgia, share their insights and experiences in fostering strong partnerships within the school community.

Moments from A Nature-Based, Outdoor Pre-Kindergarten Feb 16, 2024

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View photos of the class in action and more from NEA Today here.

Demystifying AP African American Studies Jan 31, 2024

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Read more about AP African American Studies: https://www.nea.org/nea-today/all-news-articles/what-really-happens-ap-african-american-studies

Taking Action on Gun Violence Jan 16, 2024

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Read the latest article about the gun violence epidemic from NEA Today: https://www.nea.org/nea-today/all-news-articles/we-can-change-educators-take-gun-violence

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