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We believe that education is a calling. Professionalism is a choice.
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We believe the needs of the student are paramount.
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We believe that all children deserve to be treated with respect, cared for with love, and given an equal opportunity to learn.
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We believe that educational innovations advance and improve the educational system.
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We believe that educators are professionals and deserve to be recognized and treated as such.
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We believe that the opportunity to learn and grow is key to a satisfying career in education.
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We believe that true professionals are actively engaged in improving their profession.
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We believe that all stakeholders – parents, students, teachers, administrators, and the community – deserve a voice in the educational process.
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We believe that professional educators need an organization which will work to change the status quo.
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We believe in improving education through cooperation, not confrontation.
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We believe that empowered and informed professional educators promote what is best for children.
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We believe that teachers view themselves as academic professionals and aspire to be treated just like other professionals: doctors, lawyers, scientists, and engineers.
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We believe that strikes and boycotts are detrimental to students and to the reputation of teachers as professionals.
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We believe in strong local control of education, greater parental involvement, and high standards of excellence and accountability for all stakeholders – parents, students, teachers, administrators, and the community.
