Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 13mwww.horizonblue.com/shbp/plans/2... 000
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 32mTAKE ACTION: STOP 🛑 VOUCHERS: www.nea.org/advocating-f...nea.orgStop Federal Vouchers | NEAThe federal voucher program will lead to an explosive use of vouchers nationwide, costing five times as much as all current state voucher programs combined—with no accountability or guardrails for sch... 000
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 35mwww.nea.org/nea-today/al...nea.orgYoung Educators Run for Office | NEAAcross the country, millennial and Gen Z educators are stepping into public office, bringing fresh ideas, classroom knowledge, and a commitment to their communities. 000
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 4hLast night’s NJEA Family Night at Turtle Back Zoo was such a wonderful evening with our friends, colleagues and families. A special shoutout 📣 to NJEA President Steve Beatty and Denise Policastro for joining our BCEA Team to hand out goodies and engage with our members. 000
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationProPublica @propublica.org · 23hWe started our very own private school with @arktimes.bsky.social. All it took was $45, a few clicks on a state website and an American flag.propublica.orgAlmost Anyone Can Start a Private School. We Put This to the Test.Our reporting has shown how easily people — some with questionable backgrounds — have founded their own private schools in barns, strip malls and other places. That led us to an experiment: If the hur... 21586227
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationProPublica @propublica.org · 03/10/2026Emily Marris bought raw milk from a farm recommended to her on Facebook. After her 17-month-old drank it, the toddler contracted E. coli and nearly died. Despite knowing this, the farmer continued advertising “raw goat milk from a clean tested herd.”propublica.orgA Girl Nearly Died After Drinking Raw Milk. The State Did Little to Punish the Unlicensed Farmer Who Sold It.California is teeming with black-market dairies, propped up by consumer demand fueled by misinformation. With evidence against one raw goat milk farm, regulators could have sought punitive action. But... 68746357
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationEdutopia @edutopia.org · 03/10/2026Explaining and demonstrating how a task should be done can still leave students confused. 🛠️ 2nd-grade teacher Donna Paul shares advice on how to turn directions into skills to master: edut.to/4hGFMs4edut.toEnsuring That Students Know How to Meet Your ExpectationsTo help students master classroom routines, it can help to think of them as skills that students need time to develop. 045
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationSenator Andy Kim @kim.senate.gov · 03/10/2026Corruption exposed: Let me break down why the Supreme Court got it wrong in McDonnell v. U.S. and how we can fix it. 69743
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 03/10/2026www.npr.org/2026/09/30/n...npr.orgThe moment you've been waiting for: America's best student podcastsWe've listened to nearly 1,500 podcasts from all around the U.S. and narrowed them down to 10 middle school and 10 high school finalists. 000
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 03/10/2026Think about the serious consequences of this… 000
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Average hourly earnings…are up 3%… That's against a backdrop of inflation data, which showed…prices growing at a 3.4%. finance.yahoo.com/economy/arti...finance.yahoo.comInflation has been eating up wage gains for months. September was no different.Average hourly earnings rose an anemic 0.1% from August and are up 3% year over year. That's against a backdrop of 3.4% inflation. 000
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 02/10/2026www.yahoo.com/news/politic...yahoo.comTrump's campaign against noncitizen voting demonstrates it's rare and not enough to swing electionsThe Trump administration's campaign to root out noncitizen voting is demonstrating what critics of President Donald Trump's election conspiracy theories have long argued — that it's incredibly rare, d... 000
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationEducation Week @edweek.org · 02/10/2026What Do Young Kids Really Need From Preschool? Experts Weigh In: Three experts share their thoughts on the evolution of preschool and where it's headed.edweek.orgWhat Do Young Kids Really Need From Preschool? Experts Weigh InThree experts share their thoughts on the evolution of preschool and where it's headed. 001
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationACLU @aclu.org · 02/10/2026Students have a right to a comprehensive education of our nation's history, and Indigenous children deserve to have their culture reflected at school.hcn.orgMontanans are demanding better Indian education, setting an example for other Western states - High Country NewsExperts say good education is about relationships – and a constitutional amendment doesn’t hurt. 625463
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 02/10/2026It is scary to see how easy it is to create a private school!!!! 010
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationBensmummy33 🤕 @bensmom33.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Everyone congratulate me on my new dream of opening a private school in Arizona. It will even comply with fire codes. 112727
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationProPublica @propublica.org · 22/09/2026Sen. Susan Collins helped steer millions in federal defense contracts to Navatek, whose CEO illegally funneled thousands of dollars to her campaign. The FBI sought to launch a probe and was eyeing Collins and other lawmakers. Then Trump gutted the unit in charge. THREAD 🧵 412113746069
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationAFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 02/10/2026Working people are fired up and ready to elect pro-worker candidates across the country who will create an economy that works for all of us, not just billionaires and greedy CEOs. Let’s get out and win for workers this election season! ✊ 43614
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationAmerican Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Don't be afraid to READ! Get into the spooky season with this poster featuring Gustavo the Shy Ghost from Mexican artist and New York Times bestselling author Flavia Z Drago. Purchase here: bit.ly/4nZO2EO 2294105
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Grade 4-8 Math Teachers: Do you have a student that excels in math? Check out this math competition: holbrook.bcamathteam.org 000
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Middle School Math Teachers: Have you heard about The Hardest Math Problem Student Contest? actuarialfoundation.org/hardest-math...actuarialfoundation.orgHardest Math Problem Student Contest - The Actuarial FoundationRegister for an annual math competition for grades 6-8. Energize students’ perceptions of math with fun, challenging story problems that combine math reasoning skills with writing. 000
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationNJSchoolJobs.com @njschooljobs.com · 01/10/2026dlvr.itTeacher of Elementary/Teacher of Students with Disabilities (Leave Replacement) at Fair Lawn Public Schools in Fair Lawn, NJTEACHER OF ELEMENTARY/TEACHER OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (LEAVE REPLACEMENT)2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR (Dec. 2026 - May 2027)JOHN A. FORREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOLWe are presently accepting applications for the following position. This position requires proper N.J. Certification. TEACHER OF ELEMENTARY/TEACHER OF STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (LEAVE REPLACEMENT)QUALIFICATIONS:NJ Certification: Elementary K-6 with Teacher of Students with Disabilities (TOSD) endorsementFamiliar with NJ Student Learning S... 001
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 01/10/2026If you are in the early stages of your career (5 years or less) you are welcome to attend this special event. Local Presidents, please organize this great opportunity for your new members! bcea-njea.org/event/bcea-e... 000
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 01/10/2026NJEA Delegate Assembly member and member of the Englewood Teachers Association, Yolanda Salazar, pictured center, advocated for members at an event for Senator Gordon Johnson, pictured right, held on Wednesday, September 30. 000
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Will you take the time to nominate? www.njea.org/nominations-...njea.orgNominations open for six awards recognizing achievement in equity and justiceNominations are now open for six awards that will be presented during the NJEA Dr. Martin Luther King Human and Civil Rights Celebration on Jan. 16, 2027. The awards open 000
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationNetwork for Public Education @network4pubed.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Groundbreaking Report by National Center for Charter School Accountability - Support for charter schools has dropped dramatically, from 7 in 10 Americans in 2013 to 46% today. Part II of the Charter School Reckoning report explains why. networkforpubliceducation.org/wp-content/u... 001
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationNJSchoolJobs.com @njschooljobs.com · 30/09/2026dlvr.it1:1 Paraprofessional at Edgewater School District in Edgewater, NJ1:1 Paraprofessional10-month positionHigh School diploma requiredCriminal history background check and proof of citizenship or legal resident alien status requiredStarting salary: $17 per hour, no benefits 001
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationAFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 30/09/2026Across the country, working people are fed up, and they’re showing up in force to help elect candidates who will stand with us, not the rich and powerful. Our work makes this country and economy run every day, and this November, we’re taking this country back! 0256
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 30/09/2026forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/respon... 000
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationProPublica @propublica.org · 29/09/2026There’s no scientific basis to many of the public health concerns some critics have with solar development, an expert told ProPublica. “People try to come up with a rationale to justify their dislike of things they dislike for other reasons.” (Published April)propublica.orgUnfounded Health Concerns Are Powering a Solar BacklashAcross the U.S., critics are pressuring public officials to stop or stall new solar projects, often citing unfounded health concerns. 28585208
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 30/09/2026Think about this for a moment and WHY? 🧐😠 000
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 30/09/2026BCEA President Sue McBride, BCEA Officers, & over 230 BCEA members came together for an urgent webinar tonight on insurance. We are grateful to NJEA President Steve Beatty & Director of Research Dan Holub for joining us to give us the facts. They explained the how & why & mapped out our next steps. 001
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 30/09/2026When can you withdraw from your 403b? If you retire before 65, can children remain on your health insurance? If you lose health benefits during your last year, do you still get health benefits in retirement? The ABC’s of Pensions answered these and more! Thank you to all that attended today. 000
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationEducation Week @edweek.org · 28/09/2026Ed. Dept. Officially Kills Biden Rule That Added LGBTQ+ Protections to Title IX: The Education Department reinstates 2020 Title IX regulations effectively in place since early 2025.edweek.orgEd. Dept. Officially Kills Biden Rule That Added LGBTQ+ Protections to Title IXThe Education Department reinstates 2020 Title IX regulations effectively in place since early 2025. 014
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationProPublica @propublica.org · 28/09/2026Requirements for becoming a private school teacher vary by state. We recently reported on a woman who pled no contest to felony child abuse charges in Florida, but was still able to open a school. Here's how you can research private schools like an investigative reporter:propublica.orgHow to Research Private Schools Like an Investigative ReporterIt can be really hard to get transparent, comprehensive information about private schools. Our investigative reporters share some suggestions for parents and guardians who want to collect it themselve... 7306150
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationMackin Educational Resources @mackinlibrary.bsky.social · 28/09/2026It's all fun and games until your homework becomes dinner! 🐶📖 021
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 28/09/2026www.k12dive.com/news/federal...k12dive.comFederal court clears way for first religious public charter schoolThe decision in favor of a Jewish organization's school follows years of setbacks in a similar case for a Catholic school. 000
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 28/09/2026BCEA GR Co-chair Christopher Sheridan, Federal GR Co-chair Julia Guttilla, and BCEA President Sue McBride came to support NEA/NJEA-endorsed candidate for Congress, Nellie Pou. The BCEA delegation also met up with County Executive of Bergen County, Jim Tedesco, and County Commissioner Tracy Zur. 000
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 26/09/2026The amount of Amazon workers relying on SNAP and Medicaid has nearly tripled since 2020 — while Amazon’s annual profits soared by over 550%. It’s the same story everywhere: corporate profits are at record highs, while workers’ share of the economy is at a record low. We must unrig the system. 547156746034
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationRobert Reich @rbreich.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Trump and Republicans are terrified of policies that curb their own wealth and power, and the wealth and power of the oligarchs that bankroll them. That's why they're amping up the fearmongering about "socialism." 11836181379
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationPBS News @pbsnews.org · 27/09/2026More than 1.2 million children lost access to food aid through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program between July 2025 and 2026, according to a new analysis. to.pbs.org/4dwuKEfto.pbs.orgMore than 1.2 million children have lost SNAP benefits since last July. Experts explain whyExperts say that the drop is a cause for worry, and that it’s unlikely that the need for food assistance has dropped. 16162115
Bergen County Education Association @bcea-njea.bsky.social · 27/09/2026Do you live in Bergenfield? 000
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationBruce D. Baker @schoolfinance101.bsky.social · 26/09/2026Over a decade later - America's (still) most financially screwed school districts schoolfinance101.com/2026/09/26/a...schoolfinance101.comAmerica’s Most Financially Disadvantaged (e.g. Still Screwed) School Districts, 2022–2024A decade after I last published these lists, 47 districts with at least 2,000 students still have more than 1.5 times the child poverty rate of their labor market and spend less than 90% of what th… 256
Reposted by Bergen County Education AssociationAFL-CIO @aflcio.org · 27/09/2026The Senate is voting on the Protect College Sports Act TOMORROW. This union-busting bill is aimed at protecting the NCAA and powerful conferences and silencing the voices of college athletes. Tell the Senate: stand with college athletes and vote NO! bit.ly/4AceEcR 02718