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Media July 15

NEA teachers union member was told fighting Trump more crucial than reading and writing: Report

A teachers union convention attendee reportedly was told fighting President Trump was more important to members than teaching reading and writing.

Opinion July 10

Teachers union reveals true colors behind closed doors at annual convention

America's largest teachers union faces criticism for prioritizing political activism over education, accelerating the exodus to alternative schools

World July 9

Former physical education teacher charged with multiple sexual offenses against 3 children

Bonwen James, a 29-year-old former physical education teacher from Chippenham, U.K., appeared in court on charges of sexual activity with three minors and will face trial at Salisbury Crown Court.

US Education July 9

Red state will require new teachers pass PragerU 'America First' test to keep license

Oklahoma partners with PragerU to implement new teacher assessment to ensure educators who have relocated to the state align with its America-first educational standards.

VIDEO July 9

Teachers union cuts ties with Anti-Defamation League over Israel

Anti-Defamation League CEO Jonathan Greenblatt argues the National Education Association, the largest teachers union in the U.S., has been 'overtaken' by activists.

Media July 8

National 'Teacher of the Year' recipient feels job is 'deeply political'

English teacher Ashlie Crosson spoke to 7,000 educators at NEA Assembly, describing her journey from questioning her career to recognizing the "deeply political" aspects of teaching.

Media June 30

Teachers union bosses split over Supreme Court ruling on parental rights to shield kids from LGBTQ content

Teachers union leaders Pringle and Weingarten expressed differing views on the Supreme Court ruling allowing parents to opt children out of LGBTQ content based on religious beliefs.

Polls June 29

Majority of adults support religious chaplains in public schools, new report shows

A survey shows over half of American adults support chaplains in public schools, with Republicans more likely than Democrats to favor religious sentiments in the classroom.

Supreme Court June 27

Supreme Court decides whether to allow parents to shield children from LGBTQ books in school

Religious freedom case decided by Supreme Court as parents challenge Montgomery County Public Schools' policy on LGBTQ books in curriculum and the elimination of opt-out provisions

Florida June 25

Married Florida math teacher, 32, accused of classroom sex with student during lunchtime

Sarah Jacas, a 32-year-old Florida mathematics teacher and mother, arrested for alleged sexual crimes with a 14-year-old student.

Culture Trends June 24

Chicago Teachers Union president suggests children belong to the school system

The Chicago Teachers Union president declared during a Monday speech that children belong to the city school system as it faces enrollment decline and rising costs.