Teachers' Strike

A teachers' strike occurs when educators collectively stop working to protest issues such as inadequate pay, insufficient resources, or policies they believe harm students or the education system. Strikes aim to pressure authorities—like school districts or governments—to address their concerns. During a strike, classes are usually canceled or rescheduled, affecting students, parents, and communities. Teachers choose this form of protest as a last resort after negotiations fail, seeking better conditions for themselves and improved educational quality for students. While disruptive, strikes are a legal form of expressing grievances in many regions and highlight the importance of educators' working conditions.