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Teacher Leadership and Change: The Role of Unions in Fostering Educational Improvement

Date:
Tuesday, March 7, 2006
Time:
Networking Reception: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Panel Discussion: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm


Location: 730 Harrison Street, San Francisco

(South of Market Street, between 3rd and 4th Streets)

Please join us for an evening of conversation with educational leaders working in and with unions to advance school reform.

Speakers include:

  • Tom Alves, Executive Director, San Juan Teachers Association
  • Don Raczka, President, Poway Federation of Teachers

Contributing moderator:

  • Julia Koppich, President, J. Koppich & Associates

What is the role of unions in working to improve student achievement systemwide?

How can unions become more engaged in professional issues related to helping teachers improve teaching and learning?

What are some of the proactive ways that districts and unions can work together to avoid roadblocks?

If you have not already done so, please RSVP to edforum@iskme.org as seating is limited.

Confirmation of reservations will be sent by email.

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