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The White House, American Federation of Teachers, and the National Education Association hosted a virtual back-to-school town hall with Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, Health and Human S…

This 1951 National Education Association film features actors portraying a variety of Americans including a factory owner, U.S. Senator, farmer, and housewife in situations that force them t…

This 1958 National Education Association Film addresses the problems of overcrowded schools during the 1950s baby boom. This film depicts the experiences of a frustrated teacher leading to h…

National Teacher of the Year Rebecca Mieliwocki urged teachers to teach beyond standardized tests. She called on educators to be “courageous” in teaching students and to remember their impor…

Dennis Van Roekel talked about the role of the teachers union in education reform.

Vice President Biden talked at the National Education Association conference about the importance of education and teachers. In his speech he criticized Mitt Romney and other Republicans for…

First lady Michelle Obama and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan read Green Eggs and Ham by Dr. Seuss to a group of children. Then NEA President Dennis Van Roekel led them all in a reading o…

Richard Rothstein talked about his book Grading Education: Getting Accountability Right (Teachers College Press and Economic Policy Inst.; November 1, 2008). He makes a case for holding publ…

Governor Mike Easley received the inaugural “America’s Greatest Education Governor’s Award” at the annual meeting of the National Education Association “for his achievements in transforming …

The annual meeting of the National Education Association opened with a presentation of the meetings topic, “Redefining the Federal Role in K-12 Education.” Association officials answered jou…

Educators spoke about a school dropout problem which was especially prevalent in ethnic minority communities. Among the topics they addressed were a recent study of the extent of the dropout…

Reg Weaver delivered his keynote address at the annual meeting of the National Education Association. He spoke about his experience as an educator, the state of the education system, childho…

Senator Clinton addressed the annual National Education Association meeting on education issues and legislation. After her remarks she answered audience members' questions.

President of the National Education Association Reg Weaver addressed the annual meeting of the National Education Association. He talked about education reform, improving public education, a…

NEA Teacher of the Year Betsy Rogers of Birmingham, Alabama, spoke at the National Education Association’s annual convention about the importance of education and taking care of children. Sh…

At the annual meeting of the National Education Association Reg Weaver, the President of the NEA, talked about President Bush’s “no child left behind” education proposals, criticizing the pr…

Mr. Chase talked about the future of education. Among the topics he addressed were standardized testing, school vouchers, educational funding, and other challenges facing educators. He also …

Mr. Chase addressed attendees at the annual convention and praised public school teachers. He honored several teachers and described their accomplishments.

Officials spoke to reporters about the Bush administration education proposals.

Mr. Chase, utilizing a “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” format, spoke about the current state of education in America. He called for more pay and respect for teachers.