A Safe Haven
Studies show that kids enrolled in quality after-school programs feel safer, do better on tests and have higher attendance rates

Special Report
Real incentives for professionals--AFT tackles professional pay for teachers

Capitol Watch
Bush package under fire

Speakout
Should students' Web data be for sale?

News and Trends
Labor-management effort moves ahead
Education Minnesota wins large grant to improve training

Our Union
Newark sues district over mismanagement
California classified local helps ease the paid of high utility bills

Retirement News
New retiree alliance launched

Classnotes
A balance between work and school
Summer learning calendar available

Try It
Apple Toss; Quick Handout; Pencil Chant

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