To model democracy for our children, we need democratic schools from which democratic individuals and a democratic society can emerge. Involve families in school decision making. Establish new approaches to school governance. Give children voice in democratic classrooms. Need plurality of different sorts of schools for different needs.
Public perception is negative.
Need authentic dialogue based on accurate information. Too many teachers feel unconnected and disinterested in the union, yet union should be a force for mobilizing and organizing. It's the way we are going to make change. Union reach out to members. Union needs to advocate for children more.