News and Advocacy

Kia Banks Addresses Chicago Board of Education

Good morning, I don’t have to tell you school leaders in Chicago Public Schools are busy people.

CPAA Thanks Chief Education Officer Bogdana Chkoumbova on Her Next Chapter

The Chicago Principals and Administrators Association (CPAA), the union representing Chicago’s principals and assistant principals, extend

Standing Together for Dignity and Justice

Amid the wave of ICE raids sweeping across California last week, fear and uncertainty have gripped many students, families, and educators.

New Executive Order: A Blatant Attack on Workers’ Rights and a Clear Example of Union-Busting

The new executive order issued by President Donald Trump represents a direct attack on workers' rights across the federal government.

CPAA Overview on CTU Provisions

The Chicago Principals and Administrators Association (CPAA) represents principals and assistant principals. While we do not negotiate or interfere in other unions' contracts, we must speak up when agreements directly impact our ability to lead schools effectively. 

Submit Policy Resolutions to the Constitutional Convention

All submitted resolutions will undergo a review process by the AFSA Resolutions Committee.

Day Care Council, CSA Reach Deal to Boost Child Care Directors' Pay

The agreement, which was ratified this month, covers 150 directors and assistant directors, and spans from Oct. 1, 2020, through March 2028. The tentative deal includes a ratification bonus, annual retention bonuses and increases to the union’s welfare fund.

AFSA Members Heading Blue Ribbon Schools

Dozens of schools across the nation led by AFSA members have been awarded Blue Ribbon designation by the U.S. Department of Education. 

The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program, started in 1982, recognizes public and private elementary, middle and high schools based on their overall academic excellence or their progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.

Governor Pritzker Signs HB297

It’s Official!

Our Arbitration Bill, which passed both the House and Senate, has now been formally signed into law by Governor Pritzker! We are thrilled to celebrate its passage and want to extend our deepest gratitude to every single member who made calls, signed petitions, sent messages, and stood with us through this journey. It’s been a tough fight, but together, we’ve secured the protections we deserve as Chicago’s foremost school leaders: principals and assistant principals. 

There are key players we absolutely must thank: