How bad is teacher pay? Nearly 1 in 5 teachers works a second job, report says
The report comes after a school year when there were massive teacher uprisings about low pay......»»
Thousands of teachers joined Facebook groups to strike. Now they"re revisiting them for support and guidance as schools remain shuttered and classes continue online.
Fiona Goodall/Getty Images The "Red for Ed" wave of teacher activism swept the country over the past two years, with teachers asking for higher wages, better funding, and increased support staff. The fight fo.....»»
31 thoughtful gifts for teachers to thank them for everything they do
For teacher appreciation week, celebrate the educators who lead your children through their learnings with on.....»»
Here"s how much every US state pays its teachers and how much they spend on each student
Getty Images May 5 is National Teacher Appreciation Day, where Americans show their gratitude to teachers for the important work of educating the next generation. During the novel coronavi.....»»
Teacher Appreciation Week: Where teachers can get free food and discounts May 4-8
For Teacher Appreciation Week, which begins May 4 and extends through May 8, some businesses are offering deals from pizza buffets t.....»»
Seth Klarman: Value Investing Works Because Markets Are Wrong
Value investing is fundamentally at odds with the efficient market hypothesisCheck out Seth Klarman Stock Picks » Download GuruFolio Report of Seth Klarman (Updated on 04/29/2020).....»»
If Bitcoin Works in Zimbabwe, It Works Everywhere (Part 4 of a Six-Part Documentary Podcast Series)
On this episode, we join Anita Posch as she discusses bitcoin's potential with a self-described "digipreneur" and teacher in Harare, Zimbabwe......»»
Capitol Report: ‘Phase 4’ coronavirus package could pass Congress between late April and mid-May, analysts say
As Washington works on its fourth legislative response to the coronavirus crisis, analysts are predicting that the next big spending deal isn’t likely to become a reality for weeks......»»
Capitol Report: Debt-wielding private-equity firms want bailout funds; advocates argue they’re undeserving
As the Trump administration works to stand up the largest economic relief effort in American history, the stage is set for a debate over just what kind of companies should be eligible for generous government loans......»»
Capitol Report: Pelosi says U.S. must have more voting by mail as coronavirus upends elections
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Tuesday said increased voting by mail would soon be a reality of life amid the coronavirus pandemic, and suggested she will press for more funding for it in the next stimulus package Congress works on......»»
Pennsylvania lawmakers pass bill that would waive 180-day requirement for schools
At an unsettling time for parents, students and teachers, Pennsylvania lawmakers passed a bill that gives several options to the state’s secretary of education, according to a report by WPXI. Senate Bill 751 includes allowing for the state’s 1.....»»
Capitol Report: Senate passes House’s coronavirus relief bill, turns its focus to broader stimulus
The Senate on Wednesday works to approve a House-passed coronavirus bill that targets paid leave and testing, as lawmakers and the Trump administration already look ahead to other, broader stimulus efforts......»»
Capitol Report: Senate aims to pass House’s coronavirus relief bill on Wednesday and turn its focus to broader stimulus
The Senate on Wednesday works to approve a House-passed coronavirus bill that targets paid leave and testing, as lawmakers and the Trump administration already look ahead to other, broader stimulus efforts......»»
Capitol Report: Senate seen passing coronavirus bill around midweek, as Washington also works on more aid
The Republican-led Senate appears on track to pass a bipartisan coronavirus bill around the middle of the week. Lawmakers also are working on other measures to aid Americans, small businesses and other sectors of the economy......»»
Worker-safety expert faced pressure to withdraw from conference panel after releasing report critical of sponsor Amazon
Emails show that conference organizers discussed whether they should talk to an Amazon executive about concerns related to Debbie Berkowitz, a former federal regulator who now works for the National Employment Law Project......»»
Capitol Report: Congress works on providing $6 billion to $8 billion to fight coronavirus
U.S. lawmakers are working to provide between $6 billion and $8 billion in emergency funding to fight the coronavirus causing the disease COVID-19, according to multiple published reports citing unnamed sources......»»
Pupu Platter 196: Questions on teacher tax
Schooling, Taxing Teachers are coming after property taxes again. In 2018, this took the form of a ballot question in the general election, seeking the public’s permission to levy a property tax on real estate investment properties. The Hawaii s.....»»
Why educators are declining the chance to "teach on the beach"
A new report commissioned by the Hawaii State Department of Education outlines the state's biggest barriers to teacher recruitment and retention......»»
How Dallas ranks among the least safe cities for drivers in the U.S.
Despite what your road rage tells you, drivers in Dallas aren't the worst in the country, according to a new report. Go Safe Labs, a data analysis nonprofit that works to aid the advancement of transportation infrastructure, analyzed approximate.....»»