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The article details the life of Gilda Sherrod-Ali, born in Utica, New York in 1950, who moved to Buffalo, New York at a young age and later pursued a career as a lawyer in Washington, D.C., specializing in social justice and serving in various leadership roles within legal and educational organizations. She was deeply committed to family, social causes like Black liberation, and enjoyed cultural pursuits such as jazz music and global travel, leaving behind a legacy cherished by many.

Teachers and staff at St. Louis Public Schools (SLPS) and KIPP St. Louis Charter School have ratified new contracts that include significant raises. SLPS teachers will receive a 17 percent pay increase over three years, their largest raises in nearly 20 years. KIPP teachers will receive a 22 percent raise. Special education positions are particularly challenging to fill and retain in both districts. The new contracts aim to recruit and retain dedicated educators and address teacher shortages. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser's budget proposal for the fiscal year 2024 and the dissatisfaction of local public charter school leaders with the funding mechanism that only provides matching funds to public charter schools applying for a grant that requires them to post teacher salary and retention data online. It mentions the other concerns include back pay for public charter school teachers and pay disparities between the two sectors.

The article focuses on readers' highlights of 2024, including Judy Minnich Stout's experience of embarking on a Peace Corps Response term in Barranquilla, Colombia, where she coached local public school English teachers, enhancing her Spanish skills and gaining valuable travel experiences.

An interview with Rabbi Warner Ferratier, is presented, dicussing how he has served Congregation Beth Emeth for about two years after a career in public school teaching and ordination in the early 2010s, highlights his impact on the synagogue and community.

The Santa Fe Reporter is advertising an event called "SHAP Presents: A Chat with SHAP & Our Street Families" on May 8, 2024, at the Santa Fe Woman's Club. The event will include a meet and greet, as well as speakers Karen Cain and Dr. Kelsey Dobesh of Smith Vet Hospital, who will share stories from SHAP's street families. The article also includes letters from readers discussing press censorship and bullying at IAIA, as well as positive reviews of local restaurants and businesses. [Extracted from the article]

The article highlights concerning trends in American public schools: declining test scores, increased absenteeism, and low teacher job satisfaction, possibly exacerbated by the pandemic but also reflective of pre-existing issues.

The article highlights how music and education shaped Roberta Flack's career as a singer, pianist, and educator, particularly emphasizing her upbringing in North Carolina and her pivotal role in Washington, D.C. clubs. It discusses her dedication to teaching, collaborations with other musicians and her renowned song "The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face."

An editorial is presented which discusses the establishment of the Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley National Monument in Mississippi and Illinois, commemorating Emmett Till's tragic death and its role in the civil rights movement. It highlights the importance of exposing and acknowledging the truth about racial injustice, drawing inspiration from influential figures like Malcolm X and other Black leaders who provided guidance and wisdom on promoting rights for Black people.

The article reports on the pandemic moratorium on student loan payments in the U.S. that is ending in August 2023 following the U.S. Supreme Court's rejection the debt forgiveness proposal of U.S. President Joe Biden. It shows how the three-year pause on federal student debt payment created a financial cushion for borrowers that allowed them to use the money for purposes like buying homes, paying off credit card debt, supporting family members, and undergoing overdue medical procedures.

The article reports on the move by teachers in the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) to complain about the data collection mandates and new teacher assessments like required curricular tasks (RCT) due to their ineffectiveness in improving academic growth. Topics include the weekly phonics assessments required for teachers to implement and the claim by teachers that DCPS should focus on the social and emotional effects of the coronavirus pandemic.

The article focuses on the contrasting policies pursued by Republicans in states where they have gained full control, particularly in areas like Florida, where "anti-woke" policymaking under Governor Ron DeSantis has led to laws stigmatizing LGBTQ individuals.

The article focuses on the ongoing negotiations between the Washington Teachers' Union (WTU) and D.C. Public Schools (DCPS) for a new collective bargaining agreement, addressing concerns regarding teacher retention, working conditions, and the need for timely and fair negotiations. Topics include the proposed legislation by D.C. Councilmember Robert White for paid mental health leave, the WTU's recommendations, and challenges faced by teachers in negotiations with DCPS.

The article focuses on Savannah's financial contribution to renovate the Kiah House, which once hosted an African American art museum including the history of the Kiah House, its significance in African American art, and plans for its restoration to highlight African American art.

The article focuses on the withdrawal of a promised pay deal for teachers in New South Wales, leading to potential staff shortages in public schools. Topics include broken agreements between the teachers union and the government, the impact on education quality due to teacher shortages, and the strained relationship between teachers and the government.

The article highlights how 18 teachers from Prince George's County, Maryland engaged in a five-day course by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation to enhance students' understanding of climate change through outdoor experiences. It covers topics such as regenerative agriculture, environmental education initiatives, and the significance of hands-on learning in environmental advocacy.

The article informs that District students returning from the spring break spent their first day, not in the classroom, but at home engaged in video conferences, PowerPoint presentations and other online academic activities coordinated by their teachers. It mentions that public health state of emergency and ordered the shutdown of schools, administrators, teachers, parents and others.

The article discusses the budget deliberations of the District of Columbia Council, focusing on teacher compensation as a key element. The council approved a budget proposal that allocated an additional 15 U.S. million Dollars to the charter sector, totaling 73 U.S. million Dollars for teacher and staff compensation. Discussions also revolve around pay equity and retroactive payments for public school teachers.

The article reports that D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser alluded to the makings of a finalized teachers' contract she said will make the District more of an attractive place for educators. It mentions that after the lockdown schools experienced staffing shortages and teachers battled COVID, some educators have reached the limits of their frustration.

The article discusses that District public school system continue to fight for a substantial wage increase and benefits package, leaders of the movement have also explored the possibility of forming a union which they believe would better position them to realize their goals.

The article discusses the concerns raised by public charter school unions about matching teachers' funds. It mentions that moving closer to offering competitive wages, the local charter school's contract negotiation is already benefiting its teachers and staff members at Mundo Verde Public Charter School, Washington, U.S.

The article reports on the DC Public Schools [DCPS] employees running for the State Board of Education [SBOE] had to officially leave the classroom by submitting a Declaration of Intent to Not Return [DINR].

The article highlights that a group of business owners, advocates and researchers have until the spring to compile and present recommendations specifying how the District government disburses funds that make early childcare educators' pay equal to that of District public school teachers. It presents that data which shows that the average base salary of an early childhood education educator in D.C. stands at 36,700, dollars or less than 19 dollars per hour.

The article offers information on the District of Columbia Public Schools [DCPS] prepares to pull veteran teachers out of retirement to serve as substitutes at a substantially higher rate, a group of substitute teachers has taken their fight to the steps of the John A. Wilson Building. It discusses that The substitute teacher, who has served at five public schools across the District, said they transitioned into that work nearly four years ago after their previous employer downsized.

The article discusses that teachers in the public and public charter sectors in the Washington, D.C. have been demanding flexibility amid staff shortages and bureaucratic hurdles.

The article informs that D.C. government employees, including public school teachers, will be required to be fully vaccinated by September 19, who apply for religious or medical exemption will have to produce negative COVID-19 test results. Topics include D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser revealed the policy update at the John A. Wilson Building; and rise in COVID-19 cases across the region and an ongoing campaign to vaccinate all District residents against the virus.

REMEMBERING WTU PRESIDENT ELIZABETH DAVIS District public school teachers and local education advocates continue to mourn the loss of Washington Teachers' Union President Elizabeth Davis - one of two victims in a fatal car crash on Easter Sunday. THE WASHINGTON INFORMER / WWW.WASHINGTONINFORMER.COM 22 APRIL 15- 21, 2021 EDUCATION Compiled by Dorothy Rowley WI Staff Writer APRIL 19- BOARD MEETING The Public Charter School Board will hold its virtual monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m., April 19. WI PGCPS BRIEFS DCPS BRIEFS 5 District public school teachers and local education advocates continue to mourn the loss of W ashington T eachers ' Union President Elizabeth Davis - one of two victims in a fatal car crash on Easter Sunday. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses that the District public school teachers and local education advocates continue to mourn the loss of Washington Teachers' Union [WTU]) President Elizabeth Davis, one of two victims in a fatal car crash on Easter. It mentions that the reports from the Maryland State Police said Davis, who was driving along Route 301 in Bowie, Maryland, and another driver collided.

The article offers information that American University study determined that racial bias existed within the IMPACT evaluation system, along with mentions that Washington D.C.'s District public school teachers rallied for its termination.

The article discusses that teachers in the D.C. public school system has been facing the increase demand for instructors, along with mentions conversations about bonus pay for summer school instructors continue to circulate in the Washington D.C., U.S.

As a retired social studies teacher inprivate and public schools, whose "outof the box" Holocaust-education effortswere periodically challenged by parentsand administrators, I'm not so sure thatthe Oswego HS teacher's approach wasin error, as the reporter asserts. By now perhaps others have noticedthat last week's cover photo (April 5)shows a women holding a Bible bookthat clearly displays "New Testament"in the third Hebrew line. As parents of two passionate Jewishactresses, we are regular readers ofthe Jewish Standard and the "Noshes"column on Jews in Hollywood. [Extracted from the article]