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Taxpayer Funded Discrimination at Florida’s Voucher Schools
There are hundreds of companies in Florida that have funded voucher schools through tax-credits. The state’s largest voucher organization that solicits these contributions is Step up for Students. Most of… Read more about this story
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The Reality of School Grades
This year marks the 21st release of the school grades in Florida, and now more than ever it is clear that rather than being a cause for celebration, these manufactured grades… Read the rest of this post
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Best and Brightest Lawsuit Question and Answers
In 2017, the FEA sued the Florida Department of Education for its discriminatory Best and Brightest program. We did this not just because we hoped that those who had been… Read more about this story
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“Bringing Voices Together” education summit draws public education supporters from across Florida
Nearly 1,000 educators, parents and community supporters came together in Orlando on May 18 for “Bringing Voices Together: An Education Summit for Florida’s Public Schools.”In a day marked by thoughtful… Read more about this story
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Recently passed voucher plan may drain nearly $1 billion from Florida’s public schools over the next five years
Florida’s neighborhood public schools could lose nearly $1 billion over the next five years as a result of the legislature’s actions in the last session to vastly expand vouchers for… Read more about this story
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Best and Brightest Update
July 18 update: This article has been updated to include a memo from the Department of Education clarifying how school grade scores will be used to determine eligibility for best and… Read more about this story
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Florida charter schools lack proper oversight
State’s charter school laws rated very poor in new NEA analysis TALLAHASSEE — Florida charter school laws received a rating of “very poor” and a grade of F in a… Read the rest of this release
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May 18 summit will unite supporters of Florida’s embattled public schools
TALLAHASSSEE — In a state where the governor says education is public if taxpayers fund it, where deep-pocket donors bankroll TV ads to push taxpayer dollars for private and religious… Read the rest of this release
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Teacher Appreciation Day message from FEA President Fedrick Ingram
Today, on National Teacher Appreciation Day, I want to focus on the multitude of ways that our profession is joyful and lift up the everyday acts of kindness that educators… Read more about this story
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Budget won’t undo damage done to our neighborhood public schools
On the eve of Teacher Appreciation Week, the Legislature has made clear that it appreciates neither teachers nor neighborhood public schools. While the Florida Education Association (FEA) welcomes any increase… Read the rest of this release
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Martin County Education Association declares impasse
STUART, Fla. – The Martin County Education Association (MCEA) recently declared impasse in negotiations with the Martin County School District (MCSD). The two sides have been negotiating for three months… Read the rest of this release
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FEA: Districts are last line of defense against arming teachers
TALLAHASSEE — No matter who makes the final decision on allowing guns in classrooms — the Legislature or local school districts — the Florida Education Association (FEA) maintains that arming… Read the rest of this release
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Palm Beach County Educators, Allies Rally to Protect Will of Voters, Save Funding for Neighborhood Public Schools
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Hundreds of teachers, school staff, school board officials and allies rallied outside the Palm Beach County Board of Elections today, the site where the votes… Read the rest of this release
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Bringing Voices Together: An Education Summit For Florida’s Public Schools
On Saturday, May 18 public education allies will convene in Orlando for an open conversation about the future of public education.“Bringing Voices Together: An Education Summit For Florida's Public Schools”… Read more about this story
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Democracy Dies in the Darkness (An update on House Bill 7123)
We have reached day 53 of the 60-day legislative session. This is the time of year where budget deals are often cut and the Legislature likes to operate out of… Read more about this story
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Labor Board Hearing Officer Recommends Reinstatement with Back Pay for Union Leaders Fired by Florida Polytechnic Administrators for “Protected Concerted Activity”
Media contacts: Casey Fox, Mental Health Counselor (caseysix@hotmail.com, 863-521-2631) Christina Drake, Professor of Mechanical Engineering (chartdrake@yahoo.com, 407-413-4180) Kate Bernard, Librarian (kittyspaz@yahoo.com, 321-443-4344) Patrick Luck, Professor of History, UFF-FPU President (patluck@yahoo.com,… Read the rest of this release
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Senate Bill 7070 Update
On just the third day of session we warned there would be a massive education bill put forth by the Senate that would impact everything from certification requirements to Best… Read more about this story
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Senate Bill 7030 Update
Senate Bill 7030 had the chance to be a momentous piece of legislation that passed with overwhelming bipartisan support. However, the inclusion of a provision that would allow for the… Read more about this story
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FEA: SB 7070 will harm public schools and students while failing to address teacher shortage
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) is disappointed, but not surprised, that the Legislature continues to move in the direction of giving away tax dollars to unaccountable private and… Read the rest of this release
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Thousands stand up for neighborhood public schools, students and educators
Who says Florida’s neighborhood public schools need better funding? The people do.Time and again, this state’s electorate has demonstrated broad, bipartisan consensus on the need to invest in our neighborhood… Read more about this story
Taxpayer Funded Discrimination at Florida’s Voucher Schools
There are hundreds of companies in Florida that have funded voucher schools through tax-credits. The…
The Reality of School Grades
This year marks the 21st release of the school grades in Florida, and now more than…
Best and Brightest Update
July 18 update: This article has been updated to include a memo from the Department of…
Best and Brightest Lawsuit Question and Answers
In 2017, the FEA sued the Florida Department of Education for its discriminatory Best and Brightest program. We did this not just because we hoped that those who had been…
“Bringing Voices Together” education summit draws public education supporters from across Florida
Nearly 1,000 educators, parents and community supporters came together in Orlando on May 18 for “Bringing Voices Together: An Education Summit for Florida’s Public Schools.”In a day marked by thoughtful…
Recently passed voucher plan may drain nearly $1 billion from Florida’s public schools over the next five years
Florida’s neighborhood public schools could lose nearly $1 billion over the next five years as a result of the legislature’s actions in the last session to vastly expand vouchers for…
Florida charter schools lack proper oversight
State’s charter school laws rated very poor in new NEA analysis TALLAHASSEE — Florida charter…
May 18 summit will unite supporters of Florida’s embattled public schools
TALLAHASSSEE — In a state where the governor says education is public if taxpayers fund…
Budget won’t undo damage done to our neighborhood public schools
On the eve of Teacher Appreciation Week, the Legislature has made clear that it appreciates…