News and Advocacy

April 9 Speech to Chicago Board of Education

CPAA Chief of Staff Kia Banks addressed the Chicago Board of Education at their Agenda Review Committee Meeting on Wednesday, April 9, 2025.

Younger Superintendents on the Rise Amid Stagnant Real Wages, National Survey Finds

The median age of superintendents remains steady at 52, but more educators are reaching the role earlier in their careers.

Juneteenth: A Landmark Moment, a Legacy of Labor Exploitations

Juneteenth is more than a day of celebration; it is a moment of profound historical significance that underscores the enduring struggle for equality and justice in America that continues to this day.

Sweetwater Administrators Join AFSA

Sweetwater Union High School District (Caifornia) principals and assistant principals are the latest group of school administrators to join AFSA.

Federal Protection for Public Sector Workers to Bargain Introduced

Private sector workers are guaranteed the right to organize under federal law; public sector workers should be, too.

Disneyland Cast Members Join Union

Disneyland Resort cast members in California voted overwhelmingly to join Actor’s Equity Association.

Secure Title II-A Funding for Education — Write Congress Now

Take just a few minutes to support efforts to secure funding for Title II-A.

U.S. and Italian School Leaders Discuss Mental Health

While both the United States and Italy face significant challenges, sharing strategies and learning from each other’s experiences can help improve the mental health support systems in both countries.