News and Advocacy

Cleaning House: The End of CPS's Contract with Aramark

As the custodial management contract with Aramark inside Chicago Public Schools (CPS) comes to an end, there’s a palpable mix of anticipation and reservation.The decision to bring management back unde

Data-Driven AP Lifts Up Students, Teachers

Lizzy Crispin headed the committee that led Leonardo Da Vinci High School to become the first and only Blue Ribbon high school in Buffalo, New York.

Increase in Job-Related Deaths

Overall, fatalities on the job rose 5.7%. The rise in fatal occupational injuries from 2021 to 2022 is “alarming and unacceptable” to the AFL-CIO.

Pugliese Elected AFSA President

Longtime Newark educator and AFSA Executive Vice President Leonard Pugliese, Ed.D., was elected president of the union July 23 by the 300-plus delegates attending the 16th Triennial Constitutional Convention in San Juan, Puerto Rico.

U.S. Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten Delivers Keynote Speech at AFSA Convention

"Our power never comes from our positions. It is our moral authority that guides us."

AFL-CIO’s Redmond Motivates AFSA Delegates to Action

Redmond emphasized the advantage of unions and working to grow the movement.

AFSA President Ernest Logan Kicks Off AFSA Convention

“I was born an advocate and an activist and I’ll die an advocate and activist.”

AFSA Kicks Off Its 16th Triennial Constitutional Convention

“I love the enthusiasm and passion for education from everyone here,” said Dr. Nia Woods Haydel. “They all want the best for their staff and students, and it’s rejuvenating how excited everyone is.”

Engage Every Student Initiative

The Initiative will help communities utilize American Rescue Plan funds alongside other state and local funds to ensure every child who wants a spot in a high-quality out-of-school time (OST) program has one.