Arizona Education Association
@arizonaea.bsky.social
We are the labor union for public school employees in Arizona, dedicated to quality public education for every child. We are #REDforED 🍎👩🏽🏫📚✏️🚍
Worried about how the Trump administration’s proposed student loan caps will impact your future plans?
As your union fights to stop this harmful policy from moving forward, NEA’s policy experts have prepared a helpful explainer to explain the proposal and what it would cost educators.
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As your union fights to stop this harmful policy from moving forward, NEA’s policy experts have prepared a helpful explainer to explain the proposal and what it would cost educators.
More👇
Graduate Student Loan Caps: End the Disrespect of our Profession | NEA
Your questions answered about the Trump administration's push to devalue educators' work.
www.nea.org
December 13, 2025 at 11:07 PM
Worried about how the Trump administration’s proposed student loan caps will impact your future plans?
As your union fights to stop this harmful policy from moving forward, NEA’s policy experts have prepared a helpful explainer to explain the proposal and what it would cost educators.
More👇
As your union fights to stop this harmful policy from moving forward, NEA’s policy experts have prepared a helpful explainer to explain the proposal and what it would cost educators.
More👇
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The Arizona Education Association seeks a Political Liaison to be based in Phoenix, AZ. Details can be found at unionjobs.com/listing.php?... #1u #UnionStrong @arizonaea.bsky.social
December 10, 2025 at 7:48 PM
The Arizona Education Association seeks a Political Liaison to be based in Phoenix, AZ. Details can be found at unionjobs.com/listing.php?... #1u #UnionStrong @arizonaea.bsky.social
Check your mailbox! The winter issue of THE ADVOCATE (our union's quarterly all-member magazine) lands this week, packed with valuable tips on AI in the classroom, highlights from the 2025 elections, details about next year’s Delegate Assembly, and more.
December 12, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Check your mailbox! The winter issue of THE ADVOCATE (our union's quarterly all-member magazine) lands this week, packed with valuable tips on AI in the classroom, highlights from the 2025 elections, details about next year’s Delegate Assembly, and more.
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Congratulations to our new—and maintaining!—National Board Certified Teachers 💜 And to all this year’s candidates, I see your effort and honor you striving!
December 6, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Congratulations to our new—and maintaining!—National Board Certified Teachers 💜 And to all this year’s candidates, I see your effort and honor you striving!
🚨 The State Board of Ed is considering a proposal to erase DEI from teaching standards — rolling back programs that help every student succeed.
Ahead of Monday's Board meeting, our union is urging the Board to reject this harmful proposal. Read our full letter:
www.arizonaea.org/sites/aea/fi...
Ahead of Monday's Board meeting, our union is urging the Board to reject this harmful proposal. Read our full letter:
www.arizonaea.org/sites/aea/fi...
December 7, 2025 at 9:09 PM
🚨 The State Board of Ed is considering a proposal to erase DEI from teaching standards — rolling back programs that help every student succeed.
Ahead of Monday's Board meeting, our union is urging the Board to reject this harmful proposal. Read our full letter:
www.arizonaea.org/sites/aea/fi...
Ahead of Monday's Board meeting, our union is urging the Board to reject this harmful proposal. Read our full letter:
www.arizonaea.org/sites/aea/fi...
Did you know that November is Native American Heritage Month?
Arizona is home to many tribes with unique culture, history, and traditions. As a union, we're proud to uplift the stories & contributions of our Indigenous union siblings and their students.
Learn more about AZ's tribal communities:
Arizona is home to many tribes with unique culture, history, and traditions. As a union, we're proud to uplift the stories & contributions of our Indigenous union siblings and their students.
Learn more about AZ's tribal communities:
Member Tribes | Inter Tribal Council of Arizona
itcaonline.com
November 30, 2025 at 10:49 PM
Did you know that November is Native American Heritage Month?
Arizona is home to many tribes with unique culture, history, and traditions. As a union, we're proud to uplift the stories & contributions of our Indigenous union siblings and their students.
Learn more about AZ's tribal communities:
Arizona is home to many tribes with unique culture, history, and traditions. As a union, we're proud to uplift the stories & contributions of our Indigenous union siblings and their students.
Learn more about AZ's tribal communities:
Happy Thanksgiving, union educators! This holiday, we are grateful to everyone who is using their voice to make our state a better place to teach, learn, and grow. 🦃🍎🙏
November 27, 2025 at 5:46 PM
Happy Thanksgiving, union educators! This holiday, we are grateful to everyone who is using their voice to make our state a better place to teach, learn, and grow. 🦃🍎🙏
Making a last-minute grocery run for Thanksgiving dinner?
Honor the work of our union siblings by choosing union-made products with this handy list from the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union. 👇
Honor the work of our union siblings by choosing union-made products with this handy list from the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union. 👇
November 26, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Making a last-minute grocery run for Thanksgiving dinner?
Honor the work of our union siblings by choosing union-made products with this handy list from the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union. 👇
Honor the work of our union siblings by choosing union-made products with this handy list from the United Food and Commercial Workers International Union. 👇
Congratulations to our amazing president @marisolgarciaaz.bsky.social on being named to the Power 50 — Capitol Times' annual list of the changemakers who hold the power and influence to shape Arizona's present and future.
There's power in a union — and Arizona educators aren't afraid to use it. 💪
There's power in a union — and Arizona educators aren't afraid to use it. 💪
November 25, 2025 at 1:16 AM
Congratulations to our amazing president @marisolgarciaaz.bsky.social on being named to the Power 50 — Capitol Times' annual list of the changemakers who hold the power and influence to shape Arizona's present and future.
There's power in a union — and Arizona educators aren't afraid to use it. 💪
There's power in a union — and Arizona educators aren't afraid to use it. 💪
As the 2026 election season kicks into gear, our union is proud to recommend @marleneforaz.bsky.social as the best choice for public school educators in AZ-01.
We know Marlene will always stand with educators and support the amazing, fully-funded public schools that communities deserve. 🤝
We know Marlene will always stand with educators and support the amazing, fully-funded public schools that communities deserve. 🤝
November 20, 2025 at 6:57 PM
As the 2026 election season kicks into gear, our union is proud to recommend @marleneforaz.bsky.social as the best choice for public school educators in AZ-01.
We know Marlene will always stand with educators and support the amazing, fully-funded public schools that communities deserve. 🤝
We know Marlene will always stand with educators and support the amazing, fully-funded public schools that communities deserve. 🤝
Happy Education Support Professionals Day!
Our union is proud to celebrate all of Arizona's amazing ESPs and the essential role they play in making every school a great place to work, learn, and grow. Cheers to you! 🙌
Our union is proud to celebrate all of Arizona's amazing ESPs and the essential role they play in making every school a great place to work, learn, and grow. Cheers to you! 🙌
November 20, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Happy Education Support Professionals Day!
Our union is proud to celebrate all of Arizona's amazing ESPs and the essential role they play in making every school a great place to work, learn, and grow. Cheers to you! 🙌
Our union is proud to celebrate all of Arizona's amazing ESPs and the essential role they play in making every school a great place to work, learn, and grow. Cheers to you! 🙌
Congratulations to Donna Gustafson, a Chandler Education Association member and Navy wife who was recently celebrated for her work to solve the mystery of an airman who went missing in World War II.
Donna’s grit and perseverance make her an asset to her students & our union!
Read her full story:
Donna’s grit and perseverance make her an asset to her students & our union!
Read her full story:
Chandler teacher solves mystery of a Silent Hero
Air Force Technical Sergeant Thomas J. Walker was recently married and had a month-old child waiting for him at home when his plane was struck and started going down in
www.chandlernews.com
November 18, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Congratulations to Donna Gustafson, a Chandler Education Association member and Navy wife who was recently celebrated for her work to solve the mystery of an airman who went missing in World War II.
Donna’s grit and perseverance make her an asset to her students & our union!
Read her full story:
Donna’s grit and perseverance make her an asset to her students & our union!
Read her full story:
As Arizona schools grapple with the use of AI, union educators are leading the way.
KTAR News showcased how two amazing teachers — Glendale Union EA's Amber Gould and Phoenix Union CTA's Gretchen Clifton — are responding to the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence. WATCH:
KTAR News showcased how two amazing teachers — Glendale Union EA's Amber Gould and Phoenix Union CTA's Gretchen Clifton — are responding to the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence. WATCH:
November 17, 2025 at 5:40 PM
As Arizona schools grapple with the use of AI, union educators are leading the way.
KTAR News showcased how two amazing teachers — Glendale Union EA's Amber Gould and Phoenix Union CTA's Gretchen Clifton — are responding to the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence. WATCH:
KTAR News showcased how two amazing teachers — Glendale Union EA's Amber Gould and Phoenix Union CTA's Gretchen Clifton — are responding to the challenges and opportunities of artificial intelligence. WATCH:
When communities stand with their public schools, everyone wins! 🎉🏫
This week, Deer Valley Education Association union members held stand-outs to thank voters for passing Deer Valley’s much-needed override and supporting district schools.
This week, Deer Valley Education Association union members held stand-outs to thank voters for passing Deer Valley’s much-needed override and supporting district schools.
November 16, 2025 at 7:13 PM
When communities stand with their public schools, everyone wins! 🎉🏫
This week, Deer Valley Education Association union members held stand-outs to thank voters for passing Deer Valley’s much-needed override and supporting district schools.
This week, Deer Valley Education Association union members held stand-outs to thank voters for passing Deer Valley’s much-needed override and supporting district schools.
Earlier this week, our union was proud to host about 150 union education leaders from across the country for two days of organizing, solidarity-building, and collective learning.
November 15, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Earlier this week, our union was proud to host about 150 union education leaders from across the country for two days of organizing, solidarity-building, and collective learning.
Want to strengthen your language skills to better connect with students and parents?
Next Tuesday (11/18) from 5-7 pm MST, AEA is hosting our monthly "Practicing Language For Your Profession" virtual series to help members improve their fluency & connect in Spanish and English. Sign up to join us 👇
Next Tuesday (11/18) from 5-7 pm MST, AEA is hosting our monthly "Practicing Language For Your Profession" virtual series to help members improve their fluency & connect in Spanish and English. Sign up to join us 👇
ONLINE - Practicing Language For Your Profession/Practicando El Idioma Para Su Profesion · Arizona Education Association
Want to sharpen your Spanish skills? Want to better connect with your students and parents? Join us for the "Practice Language for Your Profession" series. This is an opportunity for members who wish...
www.mobilize.us
November 13, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Want to strengthen your language skills to better connect with students and parents?
Next Tuesday (11/18) from 5-7 pm MST, AEA is hosting our monthly "Practicing Language For Your Profession" virtual series to help members improve their fluency & connect in Spanish and English. Sign up to join us 👇
Next Tuesday (11/18) from 5-7 pm MST, AEA is hosting our monthly "Practicing Language For Your Profession" virtual series to help members improve their fluency & connect in Spanish and English. Sign up to join us 👇
For seven weeks, House Speaker Mike Johnson refused to seat Adelita Grijalva, leaving more than 800,000 Arizonans without a voice in Congress and breaking from long-standing precedent that allows Congress to be seated during a shutdown.
Today, his shameful delay is over.
Today, his shameful delay is over.
More than seven weeks after her special election victory, Adelita Grijalva stood on the House floor and took the oath of office Wednesday, marking the end of a bitter standoff with Speaker Mike Johnson, who had refused to seat her during the record government shutdown.
nbcnews.to/4hY5iZA
nbcnews.to/4hY5iZA
November 13, 2025 at 1:05 AM
For seven weeks, House Speaker Mike Johnson refused to seat Adelita Grijalva, leaving more than 800,000 Arizonans without a voice in Congress and breaking from long-standing precedent that allows Congress to be seated during a shutdown.
Today, his shameful delay is over.
Today, his shameful delay is over.
On Tribal lands and in military communities, school districts rely on Impact Aid to cover teacher salaries, full-day kindergarten, and other costs. But the government shutdown means those payments are on hold – forcing districts to suspend after-school programs, school meals, and more
The shutdown is hurting schools whose budgets are mostly federal money
The government shutdown has cut off funds for some school systems that rely on federal money for the bulk of their budgets
www.independent.co.uk
November 12, 2025 at 9:06 PM
On Tribal lands and in military communities, school districts rely on Impact Aid to cover teacher salaries, full-day kindergarten, and other costs. But the government shutdown means those payments are on hold – forcing districts to suspend after-school programs, school meals, and more
From heroes in uniform to heroes in the classroom.
This Veterans Day, our union is proud to honor and celebrate the Arizona veterans who are continuing their service as public school educators.
This Veterans Day, our union is proud to honor and celebrate the Arizona veterans who are continuing their service as public school educators.
November 11, 2025 at 4:48 PM
From heroes in uniform to heroes in the classroom.
This Veterans Day, our union is proud to honor and celebrate the Arizona veterans who are continuing their service as public school educators.
This Veterans Day, our union is proud to honor and celebrate the Arizona veterans who are continuing their service as public school educators.
During this fall’s elections, union educators fought hard to pass bonds and overrides to fund safe schools and great programs.
@azcentral.com spoke to local leaders in the Phoenix Union, Phoenix Elementary, Isaac, and Deer Valley districts about what the results mean to them. Read their stories 👇
@azcentral.com spoke to local leaders in the Phoenix Union, Phoenix Elementary, Isaac, and Deer Valley districts about what the results mean to them. Read their stories 👇
Valley voters backed school bonds, overrides. What does that mean for public education?
Many school districts across the Valley saw huge wins among voters with the majority of funding questions on Tuesday's ballot on track to pass.
www.azcentral.com
November 11, 2025 at 12:52 AM
During this fall’s elections, union educators fought hard to pass bonds and overrides to fund safe schools and great programs.
@azcentral.com spoke to local leaders in the Phoenix Union, Phoenix Elementary, Isaac, and Deer Valley districts about what the results mean to them. Read their stories 👇
@azcentral.com spoke to local leaders in the Phoenix Union, Phoenix Elementary, Isaac, and Deer Valley districts about what the results mean to them. Read their stories 👇
“It’s a clear indicator that the lack of investments in our public schools results in quality educators leaving the profession,” Arizona Education Association president @marisolgarciaaz.bsky.social said.
Arizona teachers are poorly paid and Arizona's schools are chronically underfunded. Would you stick around?
More than 1,000 Arizona teachers have quit since July. Why?
Arizona teachers are poorly paid and Arizona's schools are chronically underfunded. Would you stick around?
www.phoenixnewtimes.com
November 8, 2025 at 7:48 PM
“It’s a clear indicator that the lack of investments in our public schools results in quality educators leaving the profession,” Arizona Education Association president @marisolgarciaaz.bsky.social said.
🎉 Big wins for Arizona public schools! Thanks to 400+ union educators and allies who knocked on nearly 30,000 doors, voters approved bonds and overrides statewide in Tuesday's elections — funding full-day kindergarten, smaller classes, critical safety repairs, and essential programs.
November 7, 2025 at 9:06 PM
🎉 Big wins for Arizona public schools! Thanks to 400+ union educators and allies who knocked on nearly 30,000 doors, voters approved bonds and overrides statewide in Tuesday's elections — funding full-day kindergarten, smaller classes, critical safety repairs, and essential programs.
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The Arizona Education Association seeks a Graphic Design & Communications Specialist to be based in Phoenix, AZ. Details can be found at: unionjobs.com/listing.php?... #1u #UnionStrong @arizonaea.bsky.social
November 7, 2025 at 1:07 AM
The Arizona Education Association seeks a Graphic Design & Communications Specialist to be based in Phoenix, AZ. Details can be found at: unionjobs.com/listing.php?... #1u #UnionStrong @arizonaea.bsky.social
Tune in: AEA President @marisolgarciaaz.bsky.social is joining Craig Harris on @12newsnow.bsky.social to discuss tonight’s elections and what they mean for our schools.
Watch at 8 pm MST on 12+ (streaming) and after the Suns game (around 9 pm MST) on @12news.
Watch at 8 pm MST on 12+ (streaming) and after the Suns game (around 9 pm MST) on @12news.
November 5, 2025 at 3:01 AM
Tune in: AEA President @marisolgarciaaz.bsky.social is joining Craig Harris on @12newsnow.bsky.social to discuss tonight’s elections and what they mean for our schools.
Watch at 8 pm MST on 12+ (streaming) and after the Suns game (around 9 pm MST) on @12news.
Watch at 8 pm MST on 12+ (streaming) and after the Suns game (around 9 pm MST) on @12news.
Over the weekend, bad-faith actors mobilized an online mob against educators in the Vail School District.
We are horrified by the death threats that followed, and we urge law enforcement to protect the Vail community. Vail educators deserve privacy and grace during this time.
We are horrified by the death threats that followed, and we urge law enforcement to protect the Vail community. Vail educators deserve privacy and grace during this time.
November 3, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Over the weekend, bad-faith actors mobilized an online mob against educators in the Vail School District.
We are horrified by the death threats that followed, and we urge law enforcement to protect the Vail community. Vail educators deserve privacy and grace during this time.
We are horrified by the death threats that followed, and we urge law enforcement to protect the Vail community. Vail educators deserve privacy and grace during this time.