News and Advocacy

Systemically Racist Adverse Learning Conditions in In-Person Learning

In-Person Learning Plan Creates Adverse Learning Conditions
Plan Has a Disproportionate Negative Impact on Black and Hispanic Students

Juneteenth -- A New Begining

This year, Juneteenth takes on a special significance, the historic signing by President Biden, making Juneteenth a federal holiday.

A Statement on Reopening Schools

Yes, let’s reopen our schools. But let’s also rethink how our schools operate.

AFSA Statement on House Passage of American Rescue Plan

The American Rescue Plan Act will jump-start the process of returning our nation’s schools to in-person learning.

A Special Message to All School Leaders

Cardona on the Job at U.S. DOE

Our 20,000 members and more than 80 affiliates can partner with you to achieve our shared goals.

Pass the PRO Act

Research shows that nearly 60 million workers would join a labor union if given the opportunity. So why haven’t they?

Fraud, Identity Theft and Scams—Get Educated

Consumers need all the help they can get to make them aware of scams and frauds.

Texas Shows Reality of Deregulation

The Texas electricity grid collapsed. Texas couldn’t import power. Deregulation, you see, in the name of profits.