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PJSTA Resolution in Support of UTLA Strike

Posted on January 8, 2019

Passed today by the PJSTA Executive Board… Whereas United Teachers Los Angeles (UTLA) is currently waging pro-active contract campaign fighting not just for improved salary and benefits, but also for improved working and learning conditions, such as lower class sizes; … Continue reading →

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Solidarity with Arizona Educators!

Posted on April 26, 2018

The PJSTA stands in solidarity with the striking #RedForEd educators in Arizona who are fighting not only for a living wage but also for better learning conditions for students and a sustainable way to fund Arizona’s schools so that students … Continue reading →

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PJSTA Hosts Organizing Conference

Posted on March 11, 2018

Today the PJSTA hosted the Organizing for Power in a Post-Janus World conference at Terryville Elementary School. Dozens of local unionists and activists attended as we discussed, analyzed, and strategized organizing strategies.  Check out the inspiring messages from the conference’s … Continue reading →

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PJSTA Resolution In Support of Striking West Virginia Teachers

Posted on February 27, 2018

The resolution below was passed by the PJSTA’s executive board today. All members are encouraged to click here and contribute to the strike fund. Whereas the teachers and school service employees in West Virginia have been suffering under changes to … Continue reading →

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PJSTA to Host Organizing Conference

Posted on January 24, 2018

The PJSTA is proud to announce that it will be hosting the Organizing for Power in a Post-Janus World conference on Saturday, March 10th. The conference, which is being sponsored by several other local unions, will focus on real world … Continue reading →

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