November 2005

American Education Week 2005

A Celebration of Public Education

Reg Weaver
President, NEA

This November 13-19, millions of Americans will join the National Education Association (NEA) to celebrate American Education Week. It's our chance to honor our nation's educators and reaffirm the belief that all of America's children, regardless of family income, ethnicity, color, or where they live, have a basic right to attend great public schools.

This year's theme "A Strong America Starts with Great Public Schools," reflects NEA's belief that, since 90 percent of our students attend public schools, we must all work together to provide children the opportunity to learn and achieve in the 21st century.

From American Education Week "House Parties" to discuss important education issues, to "Invite Parents to School Day" to emphasize the importance of parental involvement in children's education, this year's nationwide week-long event has plenty of opportunities for you to get involved. Help us salute America's dedicated education professionals.

Visit www.nea.org/aew to download NEA's toolkit of ideas, resources, and promotional materials and learn how you can join in the celebration.