Standing Up for Our Students
Educators speak out for the schools our communities deserve
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Are You All In?
The stakes are high! Activism is the answer. By building union power, we are creating a movement for our students, our schools and our communities.
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Ending Gun Violence
Student-led protests demanding an end to gun violence were held across the country on April 20, the Day of Action Against Gun Violence in Schools.
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Recognize an All-Star Educator
You can nominate an individual for MTA Red Sox Most Valuable Educator by writing an essay on the person’s contribution to the community.
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Too Much Testing
High-stakes testing has taken over our students’ school days. Teachers assess students regularly to guide instruction. But the testing madness is hurting our schools and communities.
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The latest from @RaiseUpMA on the state of negotiations on #paidleave, #FightFor15 and #salestaxcut. Read the letter to @Sen_Chandler & @SpeakerDeLeo. twitter.com/massteacher
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Northampton Association of School Employees members — pictured with newly elected President Sadie Cora and MTA Board member Mary Cowhey — are sticking with their #union. facebook.com/massteacher
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Save our Teachers! Save Our Schools! Methuen Education Association members protest outside city hall to demand a fair budget for Methuen Public Schools. instagram.com/massteacher
News & Events
MTA Annual Meeting delegates elect new leaders
Merrie Najimy and Max Page were elected as the MTA's next president and vice president on May 5.
Read MoreMTA report focuses on threats from the right
New report details the forces currently allied against public education and public-sector workers.
Read the ReportSJC dismisses charter lawsuit
The state's highest court rejects a case seeking to lift the cap on charter schools.
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