On May 19th, students from around the country rallied in Washington DC to call for deeper investments in their education. 2 months later, adult allies had a similar rally. This video is a call for more intergenerational collaboration to Save Our Schools.
What is the Transgender Rights Bill and why is it so important? Press Pass TV talks to advocates and elected officials to find out more about this critical legislation.
On Thursday, August 11, members of the Worcester Community came together at the YMCA family park to celebrate peace and commit to working to increase it in Worcester. The second annual Worcester Peace Festival featured speakers, performers, family activities and community resources.
On August 11, Worcester City Councilor Kate Toomey joined up with Friendly House and members of the Worcester Fire Department to kick-off the 6th Annual Set for Success backpack and school supplies drive to ensure that homeless and low-income students have the tools they need to go back to school ready to learn. From August 11-September 15 you can drop off school supplies and backpacks at drop boxes at any Worcester Fire Department, Friendly House, and several other places.
On August 6, the contracts of about 45,000 Verizon workers expired after negotiations broke down. Workers say that the compromises Verizon is asking for “give up 50 years” of workplace gains.
Boston Public School teachers talk about the issues of the school budget; leading them to the make the tough decision of purchasing supplies and other necessities to support their students.
Last week, dozens of Boston Public Schools students protested the lack of student voice in the decision by Boston’s unelected School Committee to close or consolidate several schools in order to balance their budget. This follow up highlights some ways in which some adults are working with youth to ensure that students to have a role at the table as we make important decisions about their education.
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