Teachers

So you want to be a millionaire and you're wondering what it takes? Finding the right career is a good place to start -- think doctor, manager or business owner. But people in at least one field hold a greater chance of living in a millionaire household than you'd ever guess.

Regardless of your political leanings, the struggle for fair wages and collective bargaining is fraught with drama, and Hollywood's union movies have inspired some amazing performances. With the public workers standoff in the news now, here are a few of Tinseltown's best offerings.

As wages and benefits shrink, state workers are retiring in droves. On top of all the layoffs, these retirements amount to a huge brain drain, and the problem will only get worse given the yawning budget gaps of states from coast to coast.

A new study says top-performing teachers turn out students who learn more than the students who had the worst teachers. And that extra learning has a huge impact on earnings -- and the nation's economy. Still, some educational experts say the study raises more questions than it answers.

The Microsoft co-founder and philanthropist recently criticized school pay structures, urging the 50 state superintendents of education to end teacher pay increases based on seniority and education level, and reward them based on excellence instead.

While Walmart is not known for its high-skills, high-paying jobs, it certainly gives away a lot of money to college students who strive to get that type of work. In 2009, the Walmart Foundation gave more than $53 million to fund educational programs nationwide, and it awarded more than $9 million...

Starting today through Sunday, Oct 10, 2010, this Borders coupon gives teachers and educators 25% off most purchases, with some exclusions. The discount is valid on items for personal or classroom use. Valid in stores only. Make sure to bring proof of educator status to get the discount. Some...

Back to school discounts are winding down, but many retailers offer year-round savings to educators. They work a lot like senior discounts: most businesses offer a discount, but do not widely advertise it, so always ask. Here is the list of teacher discounts I rounded up. Got any others to add?

The end of the school year is again in sight and you may be wondering, yet again, what to get your child's teacher in appreciation of their efforts throughout the school year. Today's Parent has a list of 15 different gift ideas for teachers, that are worth checking out. Some of them can be copied...

As school calendars wind to a close across the United States, a child's imagination is wrapped in thoughts of summer, but a parent's concern quickly turns to finding a way to show appreciation for the teachers who've shepherded their little ones through the year -- and doing it without blowing all...