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Why More Than A Million Teachers Can't Use Social Security
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Why More Than A Million Teachers Can't Use Social Security

About 40 percent of teachers live in places where their state or local pension is the only safety net they've got.

Why More Than A Million Teachers Can't Use Social Security

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National Teachers Union Cuts Ties With Wells Fargo Over Bank's Ties To NRA, Guns

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten speaks at a news conference on American labor on Capitol Hill in Washington in November. Andrew Harnik/AP hide caption

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National Teachers Union Cuts Ties With Wells Fargo Over Bank's Ties To NRA, Guns

The American Federation of Teachers, the largest teachers union in the country, says it's ending its relationship with Wells Fargo because the bank does business with the gun industry and the NRA.

Meet The Students Who Dreamed Up Friday's National School Walkout

Lane Murdock, a high school sophomore, says she felt numb after the school shooting in Parkland, Fla., and knew it was time for her to try to make some change. Christian Carter/WSHU hide caption

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Meet The Students Who Dreamed Up Friday's National School Walkout

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Thousands of students across the country are expected to walk out of class Friday to protest violence in schools. And the idea came from a group of kids who live far from Florida.

Meet The Students Who Dreamed Up Friday's National School Walkout

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100 Top Colleges Vow To Enroll More Low-Income Students
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100 Top Colleges Vow To Enroll More Low-Income Students

As more schools band together to commit to recruiting and graduating 50,000 more low-income students, four college presidents discuss what it will take to get there.

100 Top Colleges Vow To Enroll More Low-Income Students

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Wyoming District To Decide On Teachers Carrying Guns

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The school board in Cody, Wyo., is scheduled to decide whether to let its teachers carry guns. In a heavily armed state that allows school districts to make that decision, it's still stirred debate.

Wyoming District To Decide On Teachers Carrying Guns

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Muslims In America: A New Generation

Turning Rampant Anti-Muslim Bullying Into Teachable Moments

A Muslim family in California pushes back against bullying and intimidation, at school and the local political arena.

Turning Rampant Anti-Muslim Bullying Into Teachable Moments

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Union Leader Calls For An End To Oklahoma Teachers' 9-Day Strike

Thousands of teachers and their supporters marched outside the Oklahoma state Capitol building during the third day of a statewide education walkout on April 4. The strike ended this week. Scott Heins/Getty Images hide caption

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Union Leader Calls For An End To Oklahoma Teachers' 9-Day Strike

Teachers won a raise of about $6,000 before the walkout, but were not granted the full amount of their demanded funds to improve school conditions.

Justice Department Investigating How Colleges Use Early-Decision Admissions

The Justice Department is investigating whether colleges communicate with each other about prospective students they accept through the early-decision process.

Justice Department Investigating How Colleges Use Early-Decision Admissions

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Stoneman Douglas Teacher Is Arrested After Leaving Gun In Bathroom Stall

Broward Sheriff's deputies surround a men's bathroom at the Deerfield Beach pier in Florida, where a loaded gun was found — after fired — on Sunday. Joe Cavarett/Sun-Sentinel/TNS via Getty Images hide caption

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Stoneman Douglas Teacher Is Arrested After Leaving Gun In Bathroom Stall

Sean Simpson has spoken in favor of gun control efforts — and has also said he might be open to the idea of carrying a gun in class.

How Oklahoma Parents Are Dealing With Teacher Walkouts

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How Oklahoma Parents Are Dealing With Teacher Walkouts

For many parents, nine days of missed school is a logistical headache. That's why YMCAs, Boys and Girls Clubs and religious organizations have provided places for parents to bring their kids.

How Oklahoma Parents Are Dealing With Teacher Walkouts

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