Michelle Rhee’s right turn
The school-reform advocate touts her “bipartisan” bona fides, but more and more of her allies are conservatives By Daniel…
Teacher Seniority Still a Four-Letter Word to Administration — ‘LIFO’
Last-in, first-out seniority continues to irk Christie and Cerf, administration issues survey on subject By John Mooney For all…
Newark Contract Marks High Point of Christie Education Agenda
Most recent deal could be last major victory as election year looms By John Mooney Gov. Chris Christie clearly…
Christie: Newark teachers’ contract a model for US
By Samantha Henry, The Associated Press. NEWARK, N.J. – A new teachers’ contract in New Jersey’s largest city, funded…
The People’s Priorities
By Randi Weingarten, President, American Federation of Teachers. As lawmakers turn from the November elections to the work of…
Rutgers’ governing boards are poised to officially approve university merger plan
By Patricia Alex, Staff Writer. The Record. Rutgers University’s governing boards on Monday are expected to officially approve the…
Governor Christie hopes Newark teachers bonuses will serve as model for the state
By Leslie Brody, Staff Writer. The Record. Governor Christie on Friday called for schools across New Jersey and the…
Newark teacher contract puts city at forefront of education reform: Editorial
By Star-Ledger Editorial Board All eyes were on Newark teachers last week as they voted on a contract that…
Gov. Christie touts signing of landmark Newark teachers contract in morning show appearance
By Jenna Portnoy/Statehouse Bureau Gov. Chris Christie in an appearance on MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” this morning touted the signing…
Christie, teachers unions agree on merit pay for Newark teachers
Jane C. Timm, @janestreet Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy Newark teachers will…
Newark Teachers Approve Tentative Agreement
Contact: Mike Maillaro 973-643-8430 x20 Newark, N.J.— Members of the Newark Teachers Union, in a 1,767 to 1,088 vote…
Newark, N.J., Teachers Ratify Contract
AFT’s Weingarten: “This agreement ensures that teacher voice, quality and experience are aligned with increased professionalism and better compensation.”…
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