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Members of the National Education Association Rhode Island gathered at the Statehouse yesterday for the union’s annual Lobby Day.

Union calls for fair school funding, retirement security, and stronger worker protections

WASHINGTON — NEA President Becky Pringle released the following statement reacting to Donald Trump’s State of the Union address:

In a victory for academic freedom and education equity, the U.S. Department of Education conceded the end of its February 14, 2025, “Dear Colleague” directive that sought to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts in schools and higher education institutions nationwide.

NEA President Becky Pringle: ICE does not belong in our schools or our communities

Members of the Roger Williams University faculty, professional support staff, and facilities unions delivered a petition to the Board of Trustees on Wednesday calling on them to invoke their authority as university fiduciaries and stop the furlough plan announced by University President Ioannis Miaoulis on November 13.

Doris Reilly built a career on compassion, connection, and helping others grow

A public school teacher who was placed on paid administration leave for their personal social media posts will return to the classroom.

Pringle: Our students deserve better.

After weeks of stalemate, the U.S. Senate tonight voted to advance a short‑term funding measure, setting the stage to end the longest federal government shutdown in U.S. history and, upon reopening, forcing further action on fiscal oversight and health‑care protections.