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Online Premiere: NEW AAE VIDEO
posted by: Larisa | August 03, 2012, 02:49 pm
As AAE gears up for the new back-to-school season, we are thrilled to launch a new video featuring many of our fantastic members from across the country.  We invite you to share this video so that educators from coast-to-coast know that there is an organization that supports the next generation of educators.   Continue Reading...
In a difficult financial climate where states and school districts are struggling to buy supplies and fund educational programs, it might come as a shock to hard-working teachers to find out that union leaders are raking in astronomical salaries on par with that of the average corporate CEO. According to several reports, NEA and AFT leaders–both nationally and statewide–are pulling in nearly half a million dollars apiece each year.   Continue Reading...
Las Vegas Teacher Fed-Up with Union
posted by: Alix | July 10, 2012, 01:03 pm
According to one Las Vegas teacher, "The fat lady has sung" and he is washing his hands of union membership. Frustrated by years of hostile negotiations, massive lay-offs, exorbitant dues, and partisan politics, Nathan Warner is advising his fellow educators to drop union membership this week during a small resignation period– July 1-15 – which just might be the best kept secret in town.   Continue Reading...
While most Americans were enjoying a festive Independence Day last week, the National Education Association was holding their annual conference in Washington, D.C. Beaten down after another solid year of negative press, declining membership, and legislative and legal battles, the NEA convention took on a somber and partisan tone in 2012.   Continue Reading...
Confidence in Public Schools Hits New Low
posted by: Alix | June 21, 2012, 12:17 pm
Everyone seems to be aware that the crisis in public education is getting worse. Despite a record level of spending in America, students from 16 countries are outperforming their American counterparts. To top it all off, 50% of teachers in the classroom today will be retiring in the next ten years. This is not the recipe for a well-educated public—and stakeholders are taking notice.   Continue Reading...
Textbooks and the Debate Over Access to Digital Content
posted by: Alix | June 12, 2012, 03:24 pm
With the rise of technology, the internet, and social media, the constant stream of information has created a new global culture of information sharing. An educator in Wisconsin, for example, can easily access art resources from a museum website in Paris, or print a worksheet and textbook passage from a professional development blog hosted in California. The possibilities are endless and teachers are taking advantage of this accessibility. However, as authors and publishers come to terms with this new reality and its impact on profits, education stakeholders are sounding off on how to best share information and protect intellectual property.   Continue Reading...
The Declining Popularity of Teacher Labor Unions
posted by: Alix | June 07, 2012, 10:58 am
This week's recall election has thrust union special interests and teacher freedoms back into the national dialogue like never before. After a bitter campaign and an estimated $60 million spent on election efforts, the commanding win for Governor Walker illustrates an overwhelming shift in public opinion against teachers unions. As the dust settles on this historic election, it's no coincidence that according to a new public opinion poll, teacher unions nationally are reaching all-time low approval levels.   Continue Reading...
Bookmark the New AAE Charter Blog
posted by: Alix | May 29, 2012, 09:05 am
As you know, AAE recently launched a new website for the charter school community: www.aaecharters.org. The new website is geared toward charter school teachers, administrators, education reform leaders, associations, and interested parties searching for timely updates and research on issues affecting the public charter school community.   Continue Reading...

Ms. Dina Casabianca, a teacher at John F. Turner Elementary School in Palm Bay, Florida, was awarded a $500 scholarship by the AAE Foundation to attend a conference this spring.  The funds were used to attend the International Reading Association Annual Conference, which allowed Ms. Casabianca to network with other educators and learn about new technologies designed to help students “read their hearts out.”

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Ms. Margaret Quirante, a 1st grade teacher at Joshua Tree Elementary School in Joshua Tree, California has been awarded a classroom grant by the AAE Foundation to purchase an Apple iPad for her students. The new tablet computer is being used by Ms. Quirante's drama and dance performance club to create videos and interactive projects.   Continue Reading...
In honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week, Secretary of Education Arne Duncan has been leading the charge to recognize the hard work of educators across the country. From social media campaigns to personal stories, the Department of Education has been instrumental in inspiring the country to celebrate teachers this week.   Continue Reading...
As we highlighted Monday on the AAE blog: May 7-11, 2012, is National Charter Schools Week. This is a time to celebrate the important role charter schools have in improving our education system. This year is particularly noteworthy as public charter schools in the U.S. are celebrating twenty years of success.   Continue Reading...
AAE Celebrates Educators & Charter Schools This Week
posted by: Alix | May 07, 2012, 11:01 am
This week, May 7-11, 2012, is both National Teacher Appreciation Week and National Charter Schools Week. AAE is pleased to recognize hard-working educators and celebrate the growing national public charter school movement this week and every week.   Continue Reading...
AAE is pleased to announce the launch of our charter-focused website: www.AAECharters.org just in time for National Charter Schools Week. The new site is geared toward charter school administrators, leaders, teachers, and associations searching for timely updates and research on issues affecting the public charter school community.   Continue Reading...
Mr. David Fassler, a teacher at Greater Lawrence Regional Vocational Technical High School in Andover, Massachusetts, has been awarded a classroom grant by the Association of American Educators Foundation to supplement the cost of servicing the school's science equipment. We are happy to report that the newly serviced microscopes are already being utilized by nearly 700 students!   Continue Reading...
NEA Currently 4th Largest Super PAC Contributor
posted by: Alix | April 27, 2012, 02:51 pm
With education and labor issues being hotly debated across the country and the rise of "super" Political Action Committees (PACs), insiders have predicted that 2012 election spending will reach record levels. Beaten down after over two solid years of negative press, declining membership, and legislative and legal battles, the National Education Association is seeking to come back with a vengeance in 2012. The nation's largest union is currently being tracked as the 4th largest national super PAC contributor.   Continue Reading...
AAE in the News: AAE Featured in New Report
posted by: Alix | April 27, 2012, 10:59 am
Yesterday, the nonpartisan, Chicago-based Heartland Institute released a comprehensive report about non-union associations and teachers and their quest for equal treatment in a union-dominated landscape. The exposé, authored by Education Policy Research Fellow Joy Pullman, highlights the Association of American Educators and AAE state chapter teachers and staff who have experienced harassment, discrimination, and bullying from union representatives keen on maintaining their monopoly in local schools.   Continue Reading...
AAE Joins Pinterest
posted by: Alix | April 24, 2012, 11:22 am
It's official: AAE has joined Pinterest! Described as a teacher's "new best friend," the new online bulletin board is a great way to organize ideas ranging from professional development resources, to fun quotes, and teacher tips. AAE's new Pinterest page will host boards featuring technology, professional development, classroom ideas, and fun inspirational tools.   Continue Reading...
Pro-Teacher Legislation in Colorado Gains Steam
posted by: Alix | April 20, 2012, 12:43 pm
As reported recently on the AAE blog, despite record-breaking growth among non-union teacher organizations, local AAE recruiters and state partners have experienced tremendous hurdles in establishing equal treatment among competing associations in states across the country. Whether it is the inability to attend a new teacher orientation or access to payroll deduction services, non-union associations are constantly passed over in favor of powerful teacher union interests. Despite this climate, there is renewed hope for teachers seeking options in Colorado, as House Bill 1333 was recently introduced to promote fairness among teacher associations and union and non-union teachers alike.   Continue Reading...
The Professional Educator Resume
posted by: Alix | April 19, 2012, 01:22 pm
If you are a classroom teacher searching for a new job, or if you are thinking about a career in education, perfecting your resume should be at the top of your to-do list. Just like in any other skilled profession, an educator's resume should incorporate elements specifically designed to appeal to administrators or other hiring managers. Incorporating both traditional elements and some added pizzazz can be just the ticket to landing your dream teaching position!   Continue Reading...
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