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  1. Pinned Tweet
    Feb 8

    Together we are the biggest and loudest advocates for our schools, our students, and ourselves. Become part of the movement:

    Protecting the Future of Public Education
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  2. 6 hours ago

    To our lesbian, gay, bi, trans, and queer students and educators: We are here to support you. 🏳️‍🌈⁣ ⁣We renew our dedication to creating safe, welcoming, and inclusive learning environments for all students.⁣ ⁣

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  3. 7 hours ago

    📚 New month, new Read Across America theme: "Promote Respect." Our June book recommendations help broaden understanding of + history, lived experiences, and diverse perspectives. Check out our book recommendations for all ages:

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  4. 9 hours ago

    We should all be able to live freely, be treated equally, and be safe from violence. 100 yrs ago yesterday, a group of white people terrorized and murdered Black residents during the Tulsa Race Massacre. Today, we reflect on its horrific legacy and how we must fight for justice.

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    What a vision: colorized video of Black residents in and nearby areas before the massacre. As we mark today and tomorrow, we hold close the dignity, legacy, and unfulfilled promise of the people who built a community to call home. 🎥:
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  5. 10 hours ago

    Today is the first event of our ! 🎉 🏳️‍🌈 Our kickoff is at 8pm ET (5pm PT) tonight. Register here:

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  6. May 31

    Today, and every day, we remember and honor those who have lost their lives in military service.

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  7. May 30

    Any educator knows the power of books—to inspire, and even to address racism. Here, and discuss the important books they authored, and how children's literature can be a step toward ending violence and hatred:

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  8. May 29

    Don't miss out as we start the strong with our three-day Pride Engagement Series! 🏳️‍🌈 Featuring a DJ dance party, an intergenerational conversationon the importance of Pride, and more—RSVP here:

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  9. May 29

    Educators all over the country found new ways to support, encourage, and inspire each other during the pandemic. How have you thanked the folks who supported you?

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  10. May 28

    For far too long, decaying school buildings have been a serious health and safety risk for millions of students and educators.

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  11. May 28

    Lawmakers who have denied classrooms resources and demanded sacrifices of educators are now trying to prevent them from teaching about systemic racism and sexism in public schools and state-funded programs. Educators are taking action. 💪🏿 💪🏽 💪🏻

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  12. Retweeted
    May 28

    Today, by releasing his budget that includes historic investments in students, working families, and public education, President Biden is showing us once again how much he values our public schools and institutions of higher learning.

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  13. Retweeted
    May 28

    Join Dr. , , Ralph Smith of , and Dr. at our closing plenary - Engaging Families & Community: Foundational to Accelerating Learning & Rebounding from the Pandemic, on 6/4 at 2pm ET. Register:

    Closing Plenary - Engaging Families & Community: Foundational to Accelerating Learning and Rebounding from the Pandemic. Headshots: Karen Mapp, Becky Pringle, Ralph Smith, and Aaliyah Samuel. Friday June 4th, 2-3:30pm ET. Connected Together & Stronger Than Ever: National Family & Community Engagement Conference 2021.
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  14. May 28

    Congratulations to Melito Ramirez, the first-ever RISE award winner! Education support professionals do so much to keep our students safe, healthy, and ready to learn, they deserve every bit of recognition they receive and so much more.

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  15. May 27

    We all want our kids to have an education that imparts honesty about who we are & integrity in how we treat others—and educators should have the freedom to teach this way. is right to condemn these attempts to censor educators & harm students.

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  16. May 27

    The Season of Justice is here! Join us next week as start the season with virtual Pride Month engagement series—from our Pride Kickoff, to An Intergenerational Conversation on the Importance of LGBTQ+ Pride. RSVP today:

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  17. May 27

    Eric Carle, author and illustrator of "The Very Hungry Caterpillar," has passed away at age 91. He wrote and illustrated 70+ children's books and won the NEA's award for Outstanding Service to Public Education in 2007. Which of his books was your favorite?

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  18. Retweeted
    May 26

    Reminder: The Virtual Session is tomorrow from 3-5 pm ET. This is going to be a great conversation - Join us: ➡️

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  19. May 26

    Have you met Melito Ramirez yet? 👋🏽

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  20. May 26

    DACA recipients—including NEA members like Alondra Garcia—are essential. Today, she met with to discuss the irreplaceable work of our immigrant community members, and the urgent need for a pathway to citizenship. Thank you, Alondra, for your tireless advocacy!

    . traveled to to meet w/ immigrant essential workers to discuss American Jobs Plan. In a roundtable discussion workers highlighted need for Biden to deliver pathway to citizenship as part of comprehensive response to pandemic crisis.
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  21. May 26

    May is , and while it’s coming to an end, the work toward better mental health and well-being continues.

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