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PJSTA Live- Episode 3- Ed Reform 2.0

Posted on March 31, 2017

Our third episode of PJSTA Live deals with Ed Reform 2.0.  We were joined by two guests, Alison McDowell and Jia Lee.  McDowell, a parent and a public education activist, blogs at Wrench in the Gears where she takes a … Continue reading →

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Students Not Scores Hosts “Beyond Opt-Out” Today at JFK

Posted on January 28, 2017

Here is the video of the panel discussion at the Students Not Scores “Going Beyond Opt-Out” conference today in Port Jefferson Station. The panel was followed by different workshops and a group discussion to round out the day. Click here … Continue reading →

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John Flanagan Signs Letter in Support of DeVos

Posted on January 23, 2017

A note from PJSTA President Beth Dimino… NYSUT Members… Here’s a reminder that I believe is pertinent at this time. Last August there was a NYSUT President’s endorsement conference to decide who NYSUT would endorse in the November elections. Well, … Continue reading →

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Trump Fires Shot Across the Bow to Teachers

Posted on January 20, 2017

“…an education system flush with cash, but which leaves our young and beautiful students deprived of all knowledge” -Trump’s Inauguration Speech

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Comsewogue BOE Adopts Resolution to Oppose Betsy DeVos

Posted on January 6, 2017

Last night, at their regularly scheduled meeting, the Comsewogue Board of Education unanimously adopted the resolution below.  We thank them for their advocacy for our students and the broader public education world. Whereas, the Board of Education of the Comsewogue Union … Continue reading →

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