SUPREME COURT RULES USE OF PUBLIC DOLLARS TO FUND NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS UNCONSTITUTIONAL

Justices of the Louisiana Supreme Court ruled in favor of public education when they confirmed a district court ruling that it is unconstitutional to fund non-public schools through the state’s public school funding formula — the MFP. LAE President Joyce Haynes said the decision is a significant victory in defending the right of every child in Louisiana to attend a quality public school. Read more...

YOUR VOICES MADE A DIFFERENCE: BILL TO SILENCE EDUCATOR VOICES STALLS IN COMMITTEE! 

Legislators voted to indefinately shelve House Bill 552. If passed, this legislation would have removed your voice from the decision-making process on issues that directly impact your profession. THANK YOU for taking a stand on this controversial piece of legislation! We appreciate all of the time you took to contact your legislators!

 STAY IN TOUCH WITH THE LAE LOBBY TEAM! 

It’s important for you to stay in touch with the LAE Lobby Team during the 2013 Legislative Session. LAE's Capitol Connection keeps members informed on weekly happenings at the Louisiana Capitol. This e-newsletter provides you with important updates on the bills that stand to impact your professional future. Capwiz XC distributes urgent e-mail messages to members requesting immediate action. Both Capwiz and the Capitol Connection are easy ways for LAE members to stay connected and have their voices heard during the legislative session. CLICK HERE to sign up for Capwiz XC! CLICK HERE to request LAE's Capitol Connection.

What's on LAE's calendar for 2013 and beyond?  CLICK HERE to find out!

CLICK HERE to take advantage of the  NEA CLICK & SAVE LAE Member Benefit!