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Commentary: Chicago Teachers’ Strike Shows Why We Don’t Need Public Schools

October 19, 2019October 18, 2019 Admin

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As the Chicago teachers’ strike continues with no end in sight, 300,000 students spend another day outside of the public school classroom. Chicago’s mayor, Lori Lightfoot, says this is damaging to children.

Professional Educators of Tennessee to Conduct Teacher Survey on School Safety

March 2, 2018March 2, 2018 Admin

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The Professional Educators of Tennessee (ProEd) announced Thursday it is conducting a ten-question, online survey for teachers from now through Friday, March 9 about the level of safety in schools. “Tennessee Public Schools are entrusted with the responsibility of educating the citizens of tomorrow,” the statement announcing the survey said:…