One of the foremost purposes of education is to prepare young people for the possibilities and responsibilities of citizenship. This goes way beyond the memorization and regurgitation of facts. Teachers guide their students to develop judgement and discernment to be engaged and empowered participants in society.
From the American Educator, a publication written by the American Federation of Teachers.
The AFT fights for his freedom to thrive for our members, our families, and our communities — by caring, fighting, showing up, teaching, and voting.
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