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Press Releases Mission Viejo, CA – The Association of American Educators (AAE), a national non-union, professional educator association, announced today that its staff and members across the country will be participating in National School Choice Week. AAE will be hosting celebrations, lunches, presentations..... Continue Reading... 01.16.19 | Non-Union Teacher Association Executive Director Responds to LA Teacher Strike Mission Viejo, CA – At the onset of the United Teachers of Los Angeles strike today, Association of American of Educators Executive Director Colin Sharkey issued the following statement..... Continue Reading... Mission Viejo, CA – After twenty-five years of leadership, Gary Beckner, the longtime executive director of the Association of American Educators, is retiring from his full-time role...... Continue Reading... Mission Viejo, CA – The Association of American Educators (AAE), a national non-union professional educator association, announced today that it is doubling job protection benefits for members without raising dues..... Continue Reading... 06.27.18 | Supreme Court Restores Teacher Freedom in Today’s Janus Ruling Alexandria, VA – In a major victory for teacher freedom, today the Supreme Court ruled in Janus v. AFSCME that public sector employees cannot be forced to pay agency fees as a condition of employment..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators (AAE) and the Texas Charter Schools Association (TCSA) are proud to announce a new partnership to support Texas's talented charter school educators, leaders, and staff..... Continue Reading... 08.08.17 | AAE Members Enthusiastically Congratulate National Teacher of the Year Sydney Chaffee Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators, a non-union, non-profit, professional association serving teachers in all fifty states, enthusiastically and emphatically congratulates Sydney Chaffee on her being recognized as the 2017 National Teacher of the Year. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest national, non-union teachers’ association, and eight of its California member educators filed a lawsuit last week against the California Teachers Association challenging the constitutionality of California’s “agency shop” law. “Agency shop” arrangements violate educators’ First Amendment guarantee to free speech and free association by forcing public school teachers to support powerful teachers’ union efforts to advance their political agenda through collective bargaining. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – Today, the Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) announced its National Scholarships and Grants award winners for the fall of 2016, with 15 teachers each receiving funding for creative and innovative educational projects and pursuits. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – Today, the Association of American Educators (AAE) joins with over 80 partner organizations in more than 30 states across the nation to celebrate National Employee Freedom Week (NEFW), an annual grassroots campaign dedicated to promoting employee rights of association. ..... Continue Reading... 05.03.16 | Association of American Educators Recognizes Teacher Appreciation Week Alexandria, VA – Teacher Appreciation Week (May 2-6, 2016) is in full swing and National Teacher Day is today! Thousands of advocates from across the country are honoring local teachers and acknowledging the role they play in making sure every student receives a quality education. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) today announced its National Scholarships and Grants award winners for the spring of 2016, with 15 teachers each receiving funding for varied educational projects and pursuits. ..... Continue Reading... 03.29.16 | Association of American Educators Sounds off on Friedrichs v. CTA Split Decision Alexandria, VA – The U.S. Supreme Court today issued a one sentence decision in the Friedrichs v. CTA court case affirming a lower-court ruling that upholds the practice of forced union fees. ..... Continue Reading... 03.03.16 | National Teacher Survey Demonstrates Support for Education & Labor Reform Alexandria, VA – Today the Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest national non-union educators’ organization, released its 2016 National Membership Survey covering the nation’s most pressing education issues. Survey results show forward-thinking stances toward education reforms, particularly with regard to school choice, virtual education and technology, teacher preparation, testing and assessments, and workforce policy...... Continue Reading... 01.25.16 | Association of American Educators Celebrates National School Choice Week 2016 Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest, national non-union teachers’ organization, is pleased to once again sign on to National School Choice Week in 2016. As part of the association's continued efforts to support educators in all academic settings, AAE is partnering with grassroots organizations and coalitions across the country to celebrate teachers in events throughout the week in states including Arkansas, Colorado, Georgia, Idaho, New Jersey, Utah, and Wisconsin. ..... Continue Reading... 01.11.16 | Association of American Educators Sounds off on Friedrichs v. CTA Oral Arguments Alexandria, VA – Oral arguments in the Friedrichs vs. CTA et. al. U.S. Supreme Court case were heard today to decide whether or not compulsory union fees infringe on a teacher's freedom of speech rights. The decision, expected this spring, could potentially end the practice of forced unionism for educators nationwide. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – Today, the Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) announced its National Scholarships and Grants award winners for the fall of 2015, with 15 teachers each receiving funding for creative and innovative educational projects and pursuits...... Continue Reading... 8.20.15 | National Teacher Survey Demonstrates Support for Labor Reforms Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest national non-union educators' organization and founding partner of National Employee Freedom Week (NEFW), today released its Workforce and Pension Membership Survey for 2015. Poll results show forward-thinking stances toward labor reform, particularly with regard to the changing profession and collective bargaining...... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – Today, the Association of American Educators (AAE) joins with 99 partner organizations to celebrate National Employee Freedom Week (NEFW), a national campaign to promote employee rights of association...... Continue Reading... 5.20.15 | Association of American Educators Promotes Colin Sharkey to Executive Vice President Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators (AAE) today announced that Colin Sharkey, current AAE Senior Director of National Projects, will serve AAE as Executive Vice President and member of the executive team, reporting to Chairman and President Gary Beckner..... Continue Reading... 5.04.15 | Association of American Educators Recognizes Teacher Appreciation Week Alexandria, VA – Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4-8, 2014) has begun and National Teacher Day is just a day away. Across the country, thousands of communities are honoring local teachers and acknowledging the crucial role they play in making sure every student receives a quality education..... Continue Reading... 5.04.15 | Association of American Educators Recognizes National Charter Schools Week Alexandria, VA – May 3-9, 2015 is National Charter Schools Week. Every year stakeholders from across the country mark this exciting occasion by recognizing these unique public schools and the communities they serve...... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) today announced its National Scholarships and Grants award winners for the spring of 2015, with 15 teachers whose innovative initiatives will receive funding for varied educational projects and pursuits...... Continue Reading... 2.05.15 | National Teacher Survey Demonstrates Support for Reform Efforts Alexandria, VA – Today the Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest national non-union educators' organization, released its 2015 Membership Survey about the nation's most talked-about education and labor policies..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – Today, the Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) announced its National Scholarships and Grants award winners for the fall of 2014, with 15 teachers each receiving funding for creative and innovative educational projects..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – Today, the Association of American Educators (AAE) joins with 79 partner organizations to celebrate National Employee Freedom Week (NEFW), a national campaign to promote employee rights of association...... Continue Reading... 7.31.14 | Association of American Educators Reacts to State Supreme Court Decision Upholding Act 10 Alexandria, VA – Wisconsin's landmark law designed to curb misuse of union power was upheld on Thursday by the Wisconsin State Supreme Court in a ground-breaking 5-2 vote. The decision solidifies the reforms in Act 10 and once and for all ends the practice of forced unionism for educators....... Continue Reading... 6.17.14 | Association of American Educators Endorses 2014 NCTQ Teacher Prep Report Alexandria, VA – The National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) today released a comprehensive report of reviews of teacher preparation programs from around the country. The NCTQ Teacher Prep Review rated more than 1,600 schools of education based on a myriad of evidence-based criteria. While most schools of education are in need of systematic reform, the report shows significant progress in a number of schools since 2013. ...... Continue Reading... 6.11.14 | Association of American Educators Reacts to Vergara v. California Decision Alexandria, VA – In a sweeping victory for education reformers in California, a Los Angeles Superior Court judge ruled yesterday that state laws governing teacher tenure protections are unconstitutional. ...... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA– The Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest, national non-union educators' organization, was pleased to testify in support of Pennsylvania House Bill 1507 on Thursday, a bill that would bar the use of taxpayer resources to collect government unions' political money. Two AAE member teachers and AAE Regional Membership Director Kristi Lacroix spoke in favor of the bill that would allow educators the freedom to make well-informed choices. ...... Continue Reading... 5.05.14 | Association of American Educators Recognizes National Charter Schools Week Alexandria, VA– May 4-10, 2014 is National Charter Schools Week. Every year students, teachers, parents, school leaders, and advocates from across the country mark this great week by recognizing these innovative public schools and the communities they serve. ...... Continue Reading... 5.05.14 | Association of American Educators Recognizes Teacher Appreciation Week Alexandria, VA– Teacher Appreciation Week (May 4-10, 2014) has begun and the National Teacher Day is just a day away. Across the country, thousands of communities are honoring local teachers and acknowledging the crucial role they play in making sure every student receives a quality education. ...... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA– The Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) today announced its National Scholarships and Grants Program award winners for the spring of 2014, with 16 teachers each receiving up to $500 for varied classroom projects and pursuits in their professional development. ...... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA– The Association of American Educators (AAE), the nation’s largest national non-union teachers’ organization, is pleased to announce several new university partners that will offer AAE members discounted rates to pursue their Master’s degree. These new alliances will enable AAE member educators the opportunity to continue their education at reasonable prices. ...... Continue Reading... 2.04.14 | National Teacher Survey Demonstrates Growing Support for Education Reforms Alexandria, VA– Today the Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest national non-union educators' organization, released its 2014 Membership Survey about high-profile education and labor policies. Survey results show progressive stances toward education and labor reform, particularly with regard to education spending, school choice, technology, safety in schools, Common Core State Standards, and collective bargaining. ...... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA– The Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest, national non-union teachers organization, was pleased to once again sign on to National School Choice Week in 2014. As part of the association's continued efforts to support educators in all education settings, AAE partnered with grassroots organizations and coalitions across the country to celebrate teachers in 18 events throughout the week in states including Arkansas, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Utah, Wisconsin....... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA– The Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) today announced its National Scholarships and Grants award winners for the fall of 2013, with 15 teachers each receiving funding for varied educational projects and pursuits....... Continue Reading... 10.22.13 | Association of American Educators: Teachers in Wisconsin Deserve the Right to Vote Alexandria, VA– Yesterday, Wisconsin's Dane County Circuit Court Judge Juan Colas held the Wisconsin Employment Relations Commission in contempt for enforcing Act 10 by permitting recertification elections for teacher unions around the state. The decision could potentially affect thousands of educators who have already fled the union in favor of professional alternatives....... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA– The Association of American Educators (AAE) and the Missouri Charter Public School Association (MCPSA) are pleased to announce a new partnership to support Missouri's dedicated charter school teachers. AAE, the premier national, professional association for educators, will offer teachers and other employees of MCPSA member schools full membership in AAE in an effort to boost MCPSA's offering to their individual charter educators, while also giving an option to teachers that is both affordable and pro-charter....... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA– Today, the Association of American Educators (AAE) joins with over 40 partner organizations to celebrate National Employee Freedom Week (NEFW), a first-of-its-kind national campaign to promote teachers' rights of association....... Continue Reading... 6.20.13 | The Association of American Educators Supports NCTQ Teacher Prep Report Alexandria, VA– This week, through a partnership with U.S. News & World Report, the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) released a comprehensive report of reviews of teacher preparation programs from around the country....... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA– The Association of American Educators (AAE) and the Associated Professional Educators of Louisiana (A+PEL) are proud to announce a new partnership to more effectively support Louisiana’s dedicated educators....... Continue Reading... 6.10.13 | Local Teachers in Kansas Decertify from State and National Unions Alexandria, VA– In a historic move for teacher freedom and local control, the teachers of Deerfield, Kansas voted to decertify their local teachers association from the Kansas National Education Association (KNEA) and the National Education Association (NEA)....... Continue Reading... 6.05.13 | AAE Joins Groups in 30 States in National Campaign to Promote Teacher Freedoms Alexandria, VA– Today, the Association of American Educators (AAE) announced that it will participate in National Employee Freedom Week, a first-of-its-kind national campaign to promote teachers' rights of association....... Continue Reading... 5.07.13 | AAE Recognizes National Charter Schools Week Alexandria, VA– It’s National Charter Schools Week (May 5-11, 2013) and around the country thousands of stakeholders are recognizing this growing movement of innovative schools for the impact they are having on students and teachers nearly nationwide....... Continue Reading... 5.06.13 | AAE Recognizes Teacher Appreciation Week Alexandria, VA - It's Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5-11, 2013) and around the country thousands of communities are honoring local teachers and acknowledging the crucial role they play in making sure every student receives a quality education...... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) today announced its National Scholarships and Grants award winners for the spring of 2013, with 15 teachers each receiving up to $500 for varied educational projects and pursuits. ..... Continue Reading... 4.19.13 | Association of American Educators Reacts to Passage of Pro-Teacher Law in Kansas Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators (AAE) joins Kansas state chapter, the Kansas Association of American Educators (KANAAE), in praising the passage of Kansas' House Bill 2221, a measure aimed at promoting fairness among union and non-union teachers and their associations. The bill was passed through both legislative bodies and was signed by Governor Brownback last week. ..... Continue Reading... 3.14.13 | Association of American Educators Reacts to Federal Sequestration Alexandria, VA - Following inaction by the federal government, sequestration, or automatic cuts to the federal budget are eminent. While the jury is still out on their potential impact, education advocates have been considering the possibilities of limited federal resources. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest, national non-union association for teachers, was pleased to once again sign on to National School Choice Week in 2013. As part of the association's continued efforts to support educators in all education settings, AAE partnered with grassroots organizations and coalitions across the country to celebrate teachers in 35 events throughout the week in Arkansas, Colorado, Georgia, Idaho , New Jersey, Kansas, Utah, Wisconsin, and online. ..... Continue Reading... 2.4.13 | National Survey Shows Teachers Supportive of Critical Education and Labor Reforms Alexandria, VA - Today the Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest national non-union educators association, released its 2013 member survey about critical education issues. Survey results show progressive stances toward education and labor reform, particularly with regard to raising expectations, accountability, school choice, technology, Common Core State Standards, and school budgets and pensions. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - Wisconsin's landmark law designed to curb union power was upheld on Friday by a Federal Court of Appeals. The decision solidifies the reforms in Act 10 and once and for all ends forced unionism for educators. ..... Continue Reading... 12.17.12 | Association of American Educators Reacts to Connecticut School Shooting Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators (AAE) sends our thoughts and prayers to the families and community in Newtown, Connecticut. As an organization that works with dedicated educators and promising young students every day, we were deeply saddened after receiving the news of this massive tragedy involving such young students. ..... Continue Reading... 12.12.12 | Association of American Educators Reacts to Passage of Michigan Right-to-Work Law Alexandria, VA - Today, Governor Rick Snyder signed a law that will make Michigan the 24th Right-to-Work state. The new law will prohibit requiring workers to pay union dues or fees as a condition of employment. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) today announced its National Scholarship and Grant award winners for the fall of 2012, with 13 teachers each receiving up to $500 for varied educational projects and pursuits. ..... Continue Reading... 11.7.12 | Association of American Educators Reacts to 2012 Election Alexandria, VA - Following four years of unprecedented federal education spending and a push for education reform initiatives via competitive grants, President Barack Obama has been re-elected to a second term. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - Wisconsin's landmark law designed to curb union power was struck down by a Dane County judge late Friday, in yet another dramatic twist in a year and a half saga that will likely set up another showdown in the Supreme Court. While union leaders are claiming victory, Governor Scott Walker has promised an immediate appeal. ..... Continue Reading... 9.10.12 | Association of American Educators Weighs in on Weighs in on Chicago Teacher Strike Alexandria, VA - Yesterday, After weeks of negotiations, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel's team and the Chicago Teacher's Union (CTU) failed to agree on a contract. On Sunday night, CTU officially announced it was going to strike for the first time in a quarter century. So beginning today, instead of teaching, the union's 25,000 educators will be protesting throughout the city. ..... Continue Reading... 6.6.12 | Association of American Educators Weighs in on Wisconsin Recall Election Alexandria, VA - Yesterday, Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker defeated Democratic Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett to become the nation's first governor to survive a recall election. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - This week both President Obama and Governor Romney turned their attention to the growing education crisis in the United States, signaling a new focus on education reform as an emerging campaign issue. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest national non-union teachers' organization, today launched a new website for public charter school stakeholders: www.AAECharters.org to kick off National Charter Schools Week. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators (AAE) joins Colorado state chapter, the Professional Association of Colorado Educators (PACE), in condemning the failure of Colorado's House Bill 1333, a measure aimed at promoting fairness among union and non-union teachers and their associations. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators (AAE) and the Georgia Charter Schools Association (GCSA) are proud to announce a new partnership to support Georgia's talented charter school educators. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators (AAE) joins Colorado state chapter, the Professional Association of Colorado Educators (PACE), in praising the passage of Colorado's House Bill 1333, a measure aimed at promoting fairness among union and non-union teachers and their associations. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - 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. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators (AAE) and the Florida Charter School Alliance (FCSA) are pleased to announce a new partnership to support Florida's dedicated charter school educators. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators' (AAE) state chapter, the Professional Association of Colorado Educators (PACE), testified today before the Colorado House Education Committee today in favor of House Bill 1333, a measure aimed at promoting fairness among union and non-union teachers and their associations. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) today announced its National Scholarships and Grants Program award winners for the spring of 2012, with 13 teachers each receiving up to $500 for varied classroom projects and pursuits in education. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators (AAE) and the New Jersey Charter Schools Association (NJCSA) are pleased to announce a new partnership to support New Jersey's dedicated charter school teachers. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest, national non-union association for teachers, was pleased to testify in favor of Utah Senate Bill 67, a bill that would reform teacher evaluations in favor of performance based initiatives. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA - The Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest, national non-union association for teachers, was pleased to testify in favor of Utah Senate Bill 82, a proposal that would expand current Utah law that allows education associations equal access to schools across the state. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest, national non-union association for teachers, was pleased to once again sign on to National School Choice Week in 2012. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) today announced its National Scholarships and Grants award winners for the fall of 2011, with 13 teachers each receiving up to $500 for varied educational projects and pursuits. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators (AAE) and the Indiana Public Charter Schools Association (IPCSA) are pleased to announce a new partnership to support Indiana's charter school teachers. ..... Continue Reading... 11.9.11 | AAE Weighs in on Issue 2 in Ohio and Forced Unionism Alexandria, VA – Following Tuesday's referendum vote on Issue 2, or Senate Bill 5, Ohio Governor Kasich's law aimed at curbing union power, closing budget shortfalls, and ending forced unionism will now be overturned. ..... Continue Reading... 11.2.11 | National Membership Survey Shows Teachers Supportive of Key Education and Labor Reforms Alexandria, VA – Today the Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest national non-union teachers' association, released its annual member survey about key education issues. Survey results show progressive stances toward education and labor reform, particularly with regard to school choice, technology, attracting new teachers to the workforce, and collective bargaining. ..... Continue Reading... 10.19.11 | AAE Weighs in on Teacher Accountability in NCLB Overhaul Alexandria, VA – Following pressure from the national teacher unions, Senator Tom Harkin (D-IA) axed a major teacher evaluation provision from his No Child Left Behind overhaul this week, much to the dismay of Secretary of Education Arne Duncan and other education reform advocates. ..... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators (AAE) and the Utah Association of Public Charter Schools (UAPCS) are pleased to announce a new partnership to support Utah's charter school teachers. ..... Continue Reading... 9.23.11 | AAE Weighs in on Obama Administration's NCLB Waiver Proposal Alexandria, VA – With reauthorization of No Child Left Behind taking much longer than expected, President Obama today announced that his administration will begin to allow targeted waivers to individual states to provide regulatory relief under the current federal system with caveats to include levels of accountability. ..... Continue Reading... 9.13.11 | AAE Applauds the Passage of Federal Charter School Bill (H.R. 2218) Alexandria, VA – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives approved the Education and the Workforce Committee's first piece of education reform legislation intended to address the current issues under No Child Left Behind. .... Continue Reading... 8.22.11 | Results of New Poll Confirm Need for Non-Union Teacher Organizations Alexandria, VA – A survey released last week by Phi Delta Kappa/Gallup indicates that Americans overwhelming support teachers, but not teachers' unions. Among the survey results 71% of respondents said that they have trust and confidence in America's teachers. ..... Continue Reading... 7.29.11 | AAE Denounces Union-Led SOS March Alexandria, VA – This weekend, union leaders and liberal advocacy groups from across the country will march in Washington, D.C. for what they call the "Save Our Schools March and National Call to Action.".... Continue Reading... 6.15.11 | AAE Applauds Wisconsin Supreme Court Decision Alexandria, VA – Yesterday, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ordered Governor Scott Walker's budget repair law reinstated, granting a tremendous victory for the taxpayers of Wisconsin and a crippling defeat for labor union monopolies.... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) today announced its national teacher scholarship and classroom grant award winners for spring 2011, with 14 teachers each receiving up to $500 for various pursuits in education... Continue Reading... 6.8.11 | AAE Sides with Chiefs for Change to Oppose NCLB Blanket Waiver Alexandria, VA – With reauthorization of No Child Left Behind taking much longer than expected, the American Association of School Administrators and the National School Boards Association have proposed a request for a blanket waiver from the requirements of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act, commonly referred to as No Child Left Behind... Continue Reading... 5.26.11 | Wisconsin County Judge Strikes Down Union Law Alexandria, VA – This morning, Judge MaryAnn Sumi struck down Governor Scott Walker's budget repair law aimed at curbing union power, ending forced unionism, and closing budget shortfalls... Continue Reading... 5.09.11 | Association of American Educators Signs on in Opposition to National Curriculum Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators has joined a coalition of other influential groups and individuals from across the political and education spectrum in opposition to a nationalized curriculum. In conjunction with opposing a national curriculum... Continue Reading... 1.05.11 | Association of American Educators is In For School Choice in 2011 Alexandria, VA – This new year the Association of American Educators gladly joins hands with other professional associations and groups of teachers, parents, and students to support school choice during National School Choice Week, January 23-29... Continue Reading... Alexandria, VA – The Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF) today announced its national teacher scholarship and classroom grant award winners for fall 2010, with 13 teachers each receiving up to $500 for various pursuits in education... Continue Reading... 9.22.10 | Teacher Survey Shows Educators Sentiments are Far Cry from Union Stances Alexandria, VA – Today the Association of American Educators (AAE), the largest national non-union teachers’ association, released its annual member survey about key education issues. Survey results showed distinct differences in opinion with teacher labor unions, particularly with regard to teacher evaluations, tenure, accountability, and compensation... Continue Reading... 5.4.10 | AAE Celebrates Charter Schools The following statement can be attributed to Gary Beckner, executive director of the Association of American Educators: 5.3.10 | AAE Appreciates Teachers, This Week and Always 3.2.10 | AAE Exposes Rhode Island’s 800-Pound Union Gorilla |
