Professional Association of Colorado Educators

We wish educators, students, and families Happy Back To School and a terrific school year!

AAE National Educator Fellow Jessica Saum discusses the debate on curbing cell phone use in schools on CBS News today.

Schools get tough on cellphone use in class Schools in Methuen, Massachusetts, and other parts of the U.S. are banning the use of cellphones during class time. Eight states so far have passed laws or issued some sort of policy to curb phone use. Jessica Saum, an elementary school teacher and fellow at the Association of American Educators, jo...

Congratulations to 2024 Darrell and Suzanne Holmquist Student Teacher of the Year Ke'Von Holder! https://bit.ly/3LHnOWK

"As educators, it is imperative that we acknowledge the challenges this life can bring and our role in supporting military children and families," says ASTA member and Arkansas Teacher of the Year 2022, Jessica Saum. Read more in EdSurge.

How Schools Can Better Support Military Children and Families - EdSurge News “Military children’s futures are bright” argues Jessica Saum. In her essay, Saum asserts the issues military children and families face are ...

Happy 4th of July from all of us at AAE!

AAE celebrates all educators, especially those who teach our youngest learners. Read more about some very dedicated male kindergarten educators including ASTA member Brycial Williams and KANAAE member Dwayne Taylor. AAE executive director Colin Sharkey calls for greater focus on recruiting male educators.

Boys Are Struggling. Male Kindergarten Teachers Are Here to Help. Only around 3 percent of kindergarten teachers are men. We interviewed a dozen of them about the joys of the job and the challenges boys face today.

"The way to right wrongs is to turn the light of truth upon them."
Ida B. Wells-Barnett

Wishing fathers everywhere a happy, memorable Father's Day!

Happy Flag Day! Today is the anniversary of the Flag Resolution of 1777. June 14th was officially established on May 30, 1916 when President Woodrow Wilson issued a presidential proclamation declaring today to be the national Flag Birthday.

We remember those who served and died for our nation with honor, bravery, and patriotism. We are forever grateful.

We honor our service members around the world. Thank you for your courage and your dedication. "There is nothing stronger than the heart of a volunteer." - General James H. Doolittle

"Go the extra mile. Educate the whole child." Miles Ahead Charter School celebrates National Charter Schools Week and its dedicated educators.

"What more can we say? We love working at Utopian Academy for the Arts! - Ellenwood, GA

I love working at a charter school because I can fulfill specific requirements to promote academic achievement.
Ms. Franklin
DeKalb Preparatory Academy, Decatur, GA

I love the flexibility to create my own curriculum at my charter school.
Susan S.
Eagle Ridge Academy, Brighton, CO

We recognize the important role America's 8,000 public charter schools have in providing a high quality education to 4 million students and celebrate the 251,000 dedicated educators who serve those students.

"Teaching fills my cup - to see students accomplish something they didn't think or know was possible. I love teaching because sometimes you are the one reason a student chooses to wake up in the morning and come to school. I love it for the relationships, the comradery with my fellow teachers, the weeknights cheering on students in their sports or activities, and the smiles on students' faces when they pass you in the hallway the next day, knowing you were there."
Janie Brokenicky (on left)

"I went into education to give back the support that was given to me while I was in school. Teachers made a difference for me."
Bob McCaw

"I love to see younger generations learn and grow, especially knowing that I have a hand in their growth. It is something really magical."
Zhane Austin

"I love teaching because I like setting students up for success. If you want to be successful, help others become successful."
Dr. Burke

I love teaching because I enjoy the kids, their creativity, and their passion for learning. I want to be a part of creating a better world. Earl Polite

Nobody understands the hard work, love, and care we pour into our students like another teacher! Having colleagues who support you and cheer you on are what make this profession different than any other in the world. This week is a chance for the world to see what we do for each other every day of the school year.
Michelle Faust, Literary Coach and Kara Kropinski, Math Coach

I love teaching, as my life mission is to make the world a better place. And what better way to do that than by uplifting, encouraging, and educating the next generation. Derrill Miller, Jr.

I appreciate and value the importance of a team! A team that supports, loves, and challenges each other. We couldn’t do this job without a true team!

Anna Cullum, Kindergarten Teacher

Appreciating teachers and keeping their thirst for knowledge hydrated at Oaklawn STEM in Hot Springs, AR!

This Teacher Appreciation Week I'm showing appreciation for the teachers of tomorrow! Educators across the nation are graduating and planning to begin a journey in most important career there is!
- Jessica Saum, Special Education Coordinator

We appreciate teachers this week and every week of the year, because teachers change lives every day of the year. Thank you!

Substitute Teachers! Thank you for being a trusted last-minute and long-term team member in every classroom you contribute your skills. Schools couldn't run without you!

School Principals, we appreciate your guidance, your vision, and your leadership in every school community. Thank you!

We congratulate ASTA member and AAEF Advocacy Fellow Jessica Saum for her appointment to the Arkansas Council for Military Children.