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What does Hispanic Heritage Month mean to me?

I feel an immense sense of pride and connection as a Mexican-American, celebrating the richness of my origins, the power of my Spanish and English languages, and the depth of my culture during Hispanic Heritage Month. However, my profound pride extends to the tapestry of contributions that all of Latin America has woven into the fabric of the United States.

Let’s invest in Leaders who Power Student Success

As we celebrate National Principals Month, it’s time to recognize the leaders at the heart of every school’s success.

Leading With Heart: Principal Nneka Warren’s Journey of Growth and Grit

“We were once the No. 1 murder ZIP code,” Principal Nneka Warren says of her school community. “Now, I’ve been here almost eight years and am proud of the change in climate and academics. Even our grounds are nicer now. It’s night and day.”

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AFSA Members are automatically eligible to participate in optional Long Term Care, Dental, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Benefits. 

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Your monthly investment in AFSA provides a number of benefits including a host of insurance policies. However, AFSA must have your most current information on file, or you will not qualify for these benefits or you may be denied coverage.

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Professional Development (Illinois Administrators' Academy)

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AFSA Professional Liability Insurance

AFSA provides protection for working members in good standing in case of an unfavorable judgment in a lawsuit naming members as parties or defendants.

AFSA Legal Action Trust

AFSA provides up to $25,000 of coverage for defense costs associated with denial of constitutional rights, “failure to educate” and criminal charges arising from school activities, when regular members in good standing are named as parties or defendants, provided that there is complete exoneration of the criminal charges.

Vacation on Land or by Sea

AFSA Travel, developed in partnership with Council of School Supervisors and Administrators (CSA), Local 1 is excited to resume offering travel programs around the world.
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D.C. Education Leaders “Lace Up to Lead” at CSO Convocation

This year’s convocation emphasized the intersections of culture, community, and change, encouraging attendees to embrace innovation while staying grounded in self-care and the shared strength of their union.

Beyond the Classroom: Leading for Health, Safety, and Tech Balance

The expanding responsibilities of school principals in 2025 took center stage during a roundtable as part of National Principals Month.

Principal Javier Arriola-Lopez, A School Leader

For nearly two decades, Principal Javier Arriola-Lopez has led Carson Elementary with vision.

Up to $4,500 for Children of AFSA Members Attending College for the First Time in 2026

The 2026 Diann Woodard Scholarship online application and guidelines are now open. If you have a graduating high school senior planning to attend college in 2026, now is the time to encourage them to apply!
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