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Blog:

May 18, 2012 posted by Dana Peterson

Minnesota will not give up on reform

Minnesota legislators put student interests first this year and passed legislation to end LIFO. Governor Dayton vetoed the bill, but we will not give up until this harmful practice is ended. Read more

May 17, 2012 posted by Sean Gill

Californians want smart education spending

A recent poll shows that over 90% of Californians believe that increased funding alone will not improve schools. By changing state mandates, we can spend our limited resources in a way that benefits students. Read more

May 10, 2012 posted by Rebecca Sibilia

Challenging the myths around pension reform

A recently released paper from the University of Arkansas discusses the need for pension reform and the myths used to maintain the status quo. Read more

May 09, 2012 posted by Jeri Powell

Connecticut Legislature Passes Meaningful Reform

Connecticut legislators took a step in the right direction yesterday toward making sure all Connecticut children get a great education. Read more

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Latest Updates:

Applications due May 23 for our 2012-13 Teacher Fellow Program. Help drive positive change in our schools nationwide! http://t.co/JcroqBhg

05-17 5:49 pm

This morning @M_rhee talked with @foxandfriends about Gov Malloy’s #edreform victory for kids in CT. http://t.co/9I3RsBEK

05-15 2:51 pm

David: Teachers are awesome and they teach us how to approach life. Thank you! http://t.co/NsEwqmI1 #thankateacher

05-11 3:51 pm

Garrett said: Teachers make the world a better place. LISTEN: http://t.co/NsEwqmI1 #thankateacher

05-11 2:10 pm

Ohio Senate overwhelmingly passes legislation to establish a meaningful A to F school grading system http://t.co/MtGySf9l

05-11 1:42 pm