Voices for Public Education

“Keeping the Promise means giving every child the opportunity to reach for the stars -- both literally and metaphorically. ”

“Supporting new and creative ways for educators to be more effective enables them to be leaders in their profession and advocate for public education.”

“As teachers, we must bring the world to our students, think critically, facilitate empathy, and inspire action to change the world.”

“Music helps develop student empathy and understanding of others. Their compassion grows, and students will find better versions of themselves.”

“Sharing my time with the NEA Foundation Board helps fulfill our collective obligation to ensure all children have a gateway to opportunity.”

“Our promise of public education is that students will become productive, empathetic, and democratic members of society.”

“Keeping the promise of public education means keeping the vibrancy of communities; the strength of families; and the foundation of democracy.”

“I work to make every child feel valued. The cornerstone of our society is a free, high quality public education for all students. ”

“It has truly been inspiring to see how the NEA Foundation empowers educators to enhance what they do for kids. The impact is a never ending journey. ”

“The NEA Foundation Board keeps the Promise alive by supporting innovative ideas that enhance the work that happens every day in our public schools.”

“I keep the promise of public education by expanding my education background in order to prepare my students for the growing world of aviation.”

“Keeping the promise of public education means continuing to show your students that there's excitement in learning and that knowledge is power.”

“By providing a global based education that focuses on the whole child, natural student curiosity, and fun, I keep the promise of public education.”

“Keeping the Promise includes thanking these inquisitive, engaged, and generous educators for all that they do for our students.”

“Keeping the promise of public education means supporting educators with the finest resources that honor students' diversity and engage them.”

“I am grateful for the NEA Foundation's support of my professional growth, helping me bring the real world into my class.”

“For immigrant parents like mine, dreams of a better life for their children can be fulfilled when we keep the promise of public education.”

“By joining together as educators, students, parents, and policymakers, we help protect and preserve public education as a crucial civil right.”

“As an NEA Foundation Global Fellow and Math Teacher, I strive to improve my students’ problem solving skills and increase their global competence.”