Volume 12, Issue 9 - June 2008

Volume 12, Issue 9 - June 2008

¡Sí Se Puede!

• June 2008

Features

• Professional Development
• Teachers' sharing knowledge greatly enhances development
• Unconscious Bias program explores prejudices
• Curriculum infused with cultural relevancy increases achievement
• Teacher training model proves positive for English learners
• Entire teaching staff attempts National Board Certification
• Using scientific data to assist struggling students

Taking A Stand

• Clear communication strategy scores Huntington victory
• San Juan teachers' resolve produces settlement
• F-SUTA wins settlement, retro pay
• Bay Area alliance pressures districts
• Bond and parcel tax measures pass with big numbers
• Lobby Day brings chapter leaders to the Capitol

Making A Difference

• Understanding ways to close the achievement gap
• Michael Musser named CTA ESP Member of the Year

Action

• Sanchez focuses on tough budget battle ahead
• Voluntary dues checkoff gives members flexibility to make contributions
• Budget now in hands of Legislature
• John Swett Awards honor 14 for media excellence
• CTA-sponsored and co-sponsored legislation for 2007-2008
• Coming attractions

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• June 2008