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We attended a meeting today and this giveaway was shared with us. We were told that the proceeds will be used to fund McNeese Scholarships… athletic and academic. Everyone in attendance was asked to share the information. We think it is a great cause and wanted you to all be aware of the opportunity.

Saturday, February 27, 2015, the First Annual Louisiana Federation of Teachers Joint PRSP Leadership Conference was held at the Crown Plaza in Baton Rouge. Educators from across the state attended.

Attendees were delighted to have as guest speaker none other than Governor of the great state of Louisiana, Governor John-Bel Edwards. His message dealt with the serious budget problems Louisiana faces, but he is still working hard for minimal cuts to public education and stands firm with teachers.

Breakout sessions included ways to engage members and strategies to form relationships with members and

The recent decision by Gov. John Bel Edwards to drop an appeal of former Gov. Bobby Jindal’s lawsuit challenging Common Core standards was the right move.

(Lake Charles – November 22, 2015) Retired Jefferson Federation of Teachers President Meladie Munch and Red River United member Cleve Arkansas today received Pioneer Awards from the Louisiana Federation of Teachers. The award is presented annually to individuals who, over the years, made major contributions to the growth and influence of the LFT.

(New Orleans – November 21, 2015) “The right man at the right time for Louisiana.” That is how Louisiana Federation of Teachers President Steve Monaghan introduced Representative John Bel Edwards when the Federation announced its endorsement last March.

Voters obviously agreed, and Rep. Edwards will become Governor Edwards on January 11, 2016.

New standards to be adopted in March, 2016

Did you take the Department of Education survey on Common Core standards? Why or why not? Click here for a short survey.

Louisiana’s review of Common Core standards began last week amid controversies over higher education participation, a questionable survey purporting to show overwhelming support for keeping current standards without changes, and missing test results.

Governor Bobby Jindal has signed a $24.6 billion state budget that includes an additional $36 million for public education, but vetoed a 1.5% cost of living adjustment for retired teachers, school employees and other public servants.

Cars For Cowboys

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CPSB Board Meeting Info Part II

First Annual LFT and PRSP Joint Leadership Conference

CPSB Board Meeting Info

Edwards is right to drop Common Core appeal

Veteran activists receive Federation Pioneer Award

LFT congratulates Governor-Elect John Bel Edwards

Common Core review - Did you take the survey?

Jindal vetoes COLA, signs state budget