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K-12 Social Studies Educator. Union Leader. Podcaster. ❤️ my fam. “Fight back, fight forward.” Views=Own #MarylandEduSky https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brick-and-mortar-education-from-the-inside-out/id1684799409 mattgresick.org
Last night I went to a 10 year class reunion for the high school I’ve taught in for the past 20 years. As their former teacher it was truly amazing how grateful they were & the whole experience renewed my faith. WE/EDUCATORS make a true difference in the world.
Campaigning in hate. People are being persecuted because of this type of messaging.
When my late mother-in-law talked at an elementary school in PA about her work, a kid asked her where her horns were. Same old #antisemitism from these loudly religious "Christians." Ad for Republican Colorado governor candidate depicts Jewish opponent with horns forward.com/news/842930/...
The wamo add followed by the Pennfoster digital homeschool was too much dystopian advertising.
Whales travel thousands of miles across the world's oceans every year, facing numerous dangers: ship strikes, ghost nets, underwater noise, plastic pollution, and climate change threaten many whale populations worldwide. Every whale counts—because healthy oceans need healthy whale populations.
Humpback Whale Breaching - Onthe12thfloor
ALT: Humpback Whale Breaching - Onthe12thfloor
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The Justice Department is using federal conspiracy charges to sweep up ICE protesters. Some legal experts worry the agency is casting too wide a net to prosecute political activists who oppose the Trump administration's deportation agenda. n.pr/3TyDYsK
The DOJ is increasingly charging ICE protesters with criminal conspiracy
The Justice Department is using federal conspiracy charges to sweep up ICE protesters. Some legal experts worry the agency is casting too wide a net to prosecute political activists who oppose the Trump administration's deportation agenda.
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Help needed! ✏️I am a First Grade Teacher! 🍎PA 🚌18th year teaching ❤️In need of pencils, prizes, etc 📚So appreciative of any help to #clearthelist of any supply to help my firsties. If you 👀 this, please repost! Thanks! www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/... @jack1973.bsky.social
This year's #NEARA brought together over 6,000 delegates. But who are they, really? We met with 10 of them to find out, from the biggest issues facing public education today to their go-to snacks. Read what they shared.
10 Questions with 10 People at the NEA Representative Assembly | NEA
What are the biggest issues in public education today? And what are the favorite snacks at the NEA RA? We find out!
nea.org
The number of students receiving special education services has nearly doubled to 7.3 million over the last 50 years. But staffing hasn't kept pace. With overwhelming caseloads and ongoing shortages of special educators and paraeducators, too many students aren't getting the support they deserve.
Special Ed Caseloads Are Overwhelming! | NEA
As the number of students who qualify for special education support grows, fewer teachers and support staff are available to help them.
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Public schools still serve the vast majority of students, but expanding voucher programs threaten to drain already limited funding. As NEA Sr. Director Mary Kusler notes: "There is only so much money to go around." We must invest in public schools, not undermine them.
Shrinking student populations cause spike in public school closures across U.S.
Limited funds and low enrollment forced districts to close more than 1,000 schools in 2025-26.
washingtonpost.com
July is #DisabilityPrideMonth, but educators are creating inclusive classrooms every month of the school year. With back-to-school season right around the corner, NEA has free resources to help make that possible ⬇️
Disability Rights and Inclusion | NEA
NEA is committed to advancing awareness, advocacy, and action in support of the rights guaranteed by the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ...
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Children should never be jailed for a civil immigration process! The government already spends $160M a year on the Dilley Family ICE Prison, and Congress approved $45B more for detention expansion. Children belong with their families. #EndFamilyDetention #ShutDownDilley
Public schools are the foundation of our communities, educating 9 out of 10 Americans. Public dollars should strengthen the schools that welcome and serve all students. Learn how voucher programs divert funding away from public schools: https://tinyurl.com/yj7jc933
Tuberville called Social Security a “scam” and falsely claimed that undocumented immigrants are getting Social Security benefits. In reality, immigrants contribute to Social Security and do not receive those benefits.
Taxpayer dollars belong in public schools—where the vast majority of our students learn. Vouchers leech public money away from public schools, harming students and communities.
Public schools are the foundation of our communities, educating 9 out of 10 Americans. Public dollars should strengthen the schools that welcome and serve all students. Learn how voucher programs divert funding away from public schools: https://tinyurl.com/yj7jc933
Ever wonder where Trump comes up with all the loopholes and legal tricks to stall things and hurt people? He's not smart enough neither is Miller who is just evil. It's the "Conservative" think tanks like the Heritage society. They are full of lawyers working to sabotage Democracy and Freedom.
This MAGA Influencer Runs a Charity to Teach Kids Civics. Much of the Money Goes to Him Instead. talkingpointsmemo.com/news/this-ma...
This MAGA Influencer Runs a Charity to Teach Kids Civics. Much of the Money Goes to Him Instead.
This story was originally published by ProPublica In a private ceremony on...
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First they ruined salad but I did not speak because I was not a salad eater. Then they ruined eggs but I did not speak as ehh it’s eggs. Then they came for bacon 🥓 & I was like 🤬 NO!
Over 12,000 pounds of bacon recalled. See affected products
Huge news for Arizona! A judge ruled this anti-union measure unconstitutional, so it won't appear on the November ballot. The GOP-backed proposal would have banned collective bargaining for government workers and blocked school districts from supporting union activities. azmirror.com/2026/07/28/a...
Judge: GOP ballot measure aimed at teachers union unconstitutionally guts police, fire unions too
A judge tossed the Arizona union ballot measure HCR2040, ruling it would have banned all public sector unions
azmirror.com
Trump's war of choice in Iran is entering its SIXTH month.
GM CEO Mary Barra is introducing Trump at his rally. Something to keep in mind if you're in the market for a vehicle anytime soon.
The public is catching on to Flock's surveillance scheme — and successfully fighting back against the company's efforts to expand its network of creepy cameras even more. Flock can't stop the power of the people.
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Florida's constitution requires the state to provide a high-quality public school education to every child in the state. It's time to stop funneling money into vouchers & invest in the public schools most Floridians attend. @floridaea.bsky.social www.tallahassee.com/story/opinio...
Florida's Constitution requires a public school system | Opinion
Courts should protect the only education system the Florida Constitution requires the state to maintain.
tallahassee.com
Stay the hell away from Elon Musk and especially his cars, rockets and software….
✏️I am a First Grade Teacher! 🍎PA 🚌18th year teaching ❤️Folders, pencils and more 📚So appreciative of any help to #clearthelist of any supply to help my firsties. If you 👀 this, please repost! Thanks! www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/... @bandroll.bsky.social