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NEA Today, January 2025
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NEA Today, January 2025

In this issue, a grocery store trip with a Florida teacher reveals the harsh reality of low educator pay–and how unions can help. Also, discover ways to build resilience in the classroom, read about three election wins that matter for public education, learn more about the teacher-led movement to get cellphones out of the classroom, and say goodbye to teacher guilt.
NEA Today, January 2025

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Say Goodbye to Teacher Guilt

by: Brenda Álvarez November 15, 2024
The feeling of not doing enough for students is common among educators. Learning how to redirect it is critical for a healthier mindset.
Nicholas Ferroni
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Should I Stay or Should I Go?

by: Nicholas Ferroni January 2, 2025
After his 21st year in the classroom, this educator considered leaving the profession. What makes him stay?
Port Angeles Paraeducators Association strike for higher wages.
Education Support Professionals

Paraeducators Need a Raise!

by: Cindy Long December 16, 2024
Underpaid throughout history, paraeducators are working through their unions to get the raises they deserve.

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