Despite offering to work for free, educators and students locked out of financially mismanaged Michigan district

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Despite offering to work for free, educators and students locked out of financially mismanaged Michigan district "As teachers in the Buena Vista School District, we find ourselves, along with our students, pawns in a high-stakes game that we did not choose to be a part of. Our first priority is making sure our students get the education they deserve." - Jo Ann Nash, elementary school teacher and Buena Vista Education Association Presidents 'Pay cuts hurt': North Carolina teacher shares her story "Pay cuts and pay freezes hurt mentally - mentally, physically, emotionally, financially, they hurt." - Rachel Koser, North Carolina high school teacher Virginia teacher lends perspective on standardized tests on Capitol Hill At a panel discussion on Capitol Hill, Virginia teacher Lauren Ashley Villa offered lawmakers this bit of advice for determining the worth of any test: It is only worthwhile if it opens a dialogue between teacher and student about the student's progress. Louisiana High Court denies state from using public dollars to fund private tuition costs The Louisiana Supreme Court has struck a blow against Governor Bobby Jindal's efforts to drain away badly needed funding for public education to pay for tuition at private or parochial schools. Action of the Week Sign the pledge to thank a teacher this National Teacher Week and show your support for public education!   Stay Up To Date Through Social Media! Keep up with your fellow activists online! The conversation is happening all the time - are you in the know? Get real-time updates about rallies in your state and word about when to call or e-mail your legislators by following us on Facebook and Twitter. Visit our "Kids Not Cuts!" topic page for all the latest info on the fight against across the board cuts and what you can do to get involved.

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