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Meg says “I feel great!” Carson says, “YES!” Meg says “i should chug a lot of caffeine” Carson says, “NO.”

Caffeine: my greatest friend and mortal enemy. ☕️✨

Dude, the history behind the word dude is wild The word "dude" is often associated with the '80s and '90s. But its origin is rooted much, much farther back in American history and it took a long and winding road to reach the coast of California.

The word "dude" is often associated with the '80s and '90s. But its origin is rooted much, much farther back in American history and it took a long and winding road to reach the coast of California.

Vouchers Deliver Blow to Rural Schools: ‘They’re Taking Money From Our Students.’ | NEA School voucher programs have a proven record of failure and are especially harmful to rural students, families, and communities. ‘Why are we diverting funds from our schools,’ asks an Oklahoma…

Rural schools are being stretched thin. Vouchers divert public funds away from neighborhood schools, forcing cuts to programs students rely on like sports, the arts, and after-school care. Learn how this affects 10 million rural students:

Over $900 Million Blocked from Our Classrooms: CA & Other Blue States Fight Back

California Attorney General Rob Bonta joined Colorado, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island in a lawsuit against the Trump administration's illegal withholding of congressionally approved education funds.

Students at the end of the school day at Cesar Chavez Elementary School in San Diego on March 19, 2025. Photo by Adriana Heldiz, CalMatters Hed: Trump administration releases after school grant money — with a catch

Trump withheld about $7 billion in education funds for various school programs nationwide, including about $800 million for California. cal.news/45fa2Fd

📸 Adriana Heldiz

spot on, Lorax

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YouTube video by Robert Reich How to Take the Fight to the Oligarchy

People ask me all the time: how do we actually fight the oligarchy?

Here's my answer.

Cartoon illustration depicting a caricature of Donald Trump sitting on a bench, holding a bill labeled "LAW", next to a crumpled paper and a pencil. Above is text that reads, "I'm 'just' a bill.. just barely passed... and I gutted the people's will," referring to Trump's budget bills. The Capitol building is in the background, and the logo of the National Education Association is at the bottom with text "Coming from Capitol Hill."

Trump just signed a law that cuts education, health care, and nutrition programs—while handing $1 trillion in tax breaks to the ultrawealthy.

🧵 Here's what that means for students, educators, and families:

35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act - celebrating the success and concern It was 35 years ago this month that the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. Across the U.S., it's being marked with festivals and parades — and concern due to recent Medicaid cuts.

It was 35 years ago this month that the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law. Across the U.S., it's being marked with festivals and parades — and concern due to recent Medicaid cuts. https://n.pr/45exSRv

New statewide data shows progress in student-to-teacher ratios and teacher diversity, but CTA President David Goldberg says 'there is still so much work to be done' as communities across the state continue struggling with large class sizes.
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The Trump administration is withholding $6.8 billion in education funding nationwide, including $811 million from California, putting critical programs at risk. Write your representative demanding they restore this critical funding for public education! cta.org/releaseedfunds

🇲🇽 July 2024

Trump administration ends 988 Lifeline's special service for LGBTQ+ young people Callers to 988 used to be able to press 3 to reach counselors specially trained to help LGBTQ+ young people. The service had been reaching 70,000 people a month.

Callers to 988 used to be able to press 3 to reach counselors specially trained to help LGBTQ+ young people. The service had been reaching 70,000 people a month.

Will there ever be a season of LIB that has men worth marrying? #LIB

Performative does not equal change

Orff-ing around

Happy #InternationalWomensDay! More than 75% of California’s teachers are women, meaning that honoring the work of teachers is most often about honoring the work of women in our schools. #WeAreCTA

Today and every day, we celebrate the women who lead, inspire, and strengthen our union. 💜 From the classroom to the bargaining table, their impact is undeniable. By championing equity, justice, and empowerment, we build a future where every woman—educator, student, and advocate—can thrive. #IWD2025

I Just Started Teaching—Should I Join the Teachers Union? Veteran teachers weigh in on whether new teachers should join a union.

Joining your teachers union means standing with other educators to fight for fair pay, job protections, and the resources students need to thrive.

Wondering if it’s the right move? Here’s what you need to know:

Child Nutrition | NEA Students need healthy, nutritious school meals that are free to all and prepare them for learning.

🍎 Every student deserves access to nutritious meals—no exceptions. But too many kids are going hungry, and it’s time for Congress to step up. This #NationalNutritionMonth, join NEA in advocating for stronger child nutrition policies so every student has the fuel they need to learn. buff.ly/43hs3lP

Meg says “in case my beliefs weren’t clear” suddenly she’s surrounded by ‘beliefs’, wearing sunglasses. The text reads: -black lives matter -stop Asian hate -trans rights are human rights -women can wear hijabs if they want -birth control and abortions should be available everywhere -fat people deserve love & respect -we are in stolen land -refugees deserve support and safety -stand with Ukraine -disability right date human rights -support the people of Sudan, Congo & Palestine”

A comic about my beliefs.

Tuesday, 2/25, SMEA is encouraging all members to work their contractual hours and wear their blue union shirts! Have a great week!

Every student deserves a great public school. But great schools are only possible because of the educators who show up ready to make a difference. This #PublicSchoolsWeek, and every week, we celebrate those who inspire, support, and prepare our students for the future. #PSW25 publicschoolproud.org

Our students deserve an education secretary who will fight for them and the resources they need to learn, not gut public education to pay for tax breaks for billionaires.

Amazing speech, Josh Crouse! Our teachers deserve a modest raise and retirement benefits! Let’s show the city of San Marcos that our teachers matter!

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Double down on kindness
Double down on resistance

95% of students with disabilities learn in public schools, and the Department of Education ensures they get the support they need and deserve.

Dismantling the U.S. Department of Education would hurt all students—especially those from lower-income families and students with disabilities—by cutting essential services, increasing class sizes, and slashing civil rights protections.