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NEA Today October 2020

In this issue learn how NEA members are organizing for their rights and benefits during the pandemic; read why community schools are addressing student and family needs; learn more about the history of voting rights for women; and meet NEA's new leaders.
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Published: October 1, 2020

Cover Story: Hear Us Roar!

State and local unions stick together and win big on heath care, pay, and reopening safely.

Coping with Crisis at Community Schools

Many community schools were better prepared for the pandemic thanks to strong relationships with families and social services.

Meet the New Leaders of NEA

President Becky Pringle: ‘We will lead a movement for racial, social, and education justice.’

A Woman's Place is in her Union Leadership

NEA has a long history of women leaders who have fought for voting rights, equal pay, and access to education.

‘We Desperately Need Change’

Two paraprofessionals, both deeply concerned for their students, share why they are all in for Joe Biden.

Departments

First and Foremost

The U.S. Supreme Court delivers good news and bad news for educators and students; learning has suffered during the coronavirus outbreak; more educators are interested in social-emotional learning due to the pandemic; and a study shows "Anger bias" against Black students.

Issues and Impact

NEA members have the poser to create change in the upcoming presidential election; and educator Robin McNair works to stop the school-to-prison pipeline.

People and Places

Need some inspiration? Look no further than the incredible educators who won NEA's Human and Civil Rights Awards.

Teaching and Learning

A Delaware teacher, named her state's "Compassion Champion," offers tips on how to prevent compassion fatigue. Also, our tech expert provides online resources for teaching students about elections.

President's Viewpoint

Newly elected NEA President Becky Pringle calls for new leadership for our country.

Extra Credit

A teacher's poetic reflection on tactile learning in the time of coronavirus

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