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AFT Massachusetts, which represents over 22,000 teachers, librarians, nurses, custodians and college faculty, has endorsed Elizabeth Warren, the Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate. “Elizabeth Warren promises to be a strong voice for education in Washington,” said Thomas Gosnell, president of AFT Massachusetts. 
Stand up for public education in Massachusetts. ‘Take the Pledge’ today–join teachers, parents and community members to keep Massachusetts schools on the right track by opposing any efforts that would undermine public education. 
Join Boston area educators in building a movement for quality education that combines the visions of youth, communities, families and teachers. The 2nd annual conference of the Boston Teacher Activist Group is May 19th. 
Though perhaps best known for the award-winning book The Phantom Tollbooth (which recently celebrated its 50th year as a favorite of young and old alike), Norton Juster spent many years teaching. As such, the architect who once designed homes and curricula has a thing or two to say about education and how it has changed. 
In this issue of the Advocate: some of the state’s top teachers travel to Beacon Hill to warn legislators about a controversial ballot measure that they say would silence them. Also, paraprofessional unity and pride are on display, and travel opens a new teacher’s eyes. |
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