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AFT hosts LA students for screening of 'Mandela'
The AFT and The Weinstein Company brought the story of Nelson Mandela's life and his message of social justice, reconciliation and leadership to Los Angeles public high school students with a screening of the film "Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom."
Early learning: This is not a test
In her latest column appearing in the New York Times, AFT President Randi Weingarten writes about the necessity of making early childhood education a priority in this country.
AFT pledges disaster relief for the Philippines
The entire AFT family is heartbroken by the loss of life and devastation caused by Super Typhoon Haiyan, and the AFT is prepared to help any way we can with recovery efforts, says AFT President Randi Weingarten.
National Day of Action set for Dec. 9
AFT affiliates and their community partners are gearing up for a Dec. 9 National Day of Action to Reclaim the Promise of Public Education.
Weingarten writes about the promise of the Common Core
In her latest column appearing in the New York Times, AFT President Randi Weingarten writes that the Common Core State Standards, while not a silver bullet, are important in helping to equalize educational opportunity for all children.
Weingarten outlines a vision for reclaiming the promise of public education
In her latest column appearing in the New York Times, AFT President Randi Weingarten writes about two competing visions for the future of American public education.