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CPAA Response to Mayor Johnson’s Rejection of the Budget

In response to yesterday’s announcement by Mayor Johnson rejecting cuts in the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) proposed budget, the Chicago Principals and Administrators Association (CPAA) calls

The Educational Impact of the Summer Olympics

As the summer Olympics kick off, the event presents more than just a chance to cheer for Team USA.

Remembering Principal Dan Marburger

Perry High School Principal Dan Marburger, who heroically lost his life in Iowa while shielding students from an active shooter, was recently honored.

Watch Now: Overcoming Chronic Absenteeism

Dive deep into the pressing concern of student absenteeism and unearth impactful strategies for school administrators to take on this issue.

AFSA Members Discuss AI at Department of Education

The U.S. Department of Education’s (DOE’s) Office of Technology recently reached out to AFSA to identify school leaders to join roundtables and share their insights on AI.

James Allrich, Never Give Up

You know how most people try to get out of lunch duty? I love lunch duty. It connects me with kids.

Petra Baker, Educating Medically Fragile Students

As for educators of color, I’ve always felt that children of color need to see teachers who look like them and know their experiences.

New Resource for Administrators on Safe Firearm Storage

"I know we ask a lot of our educators. And I know that these shootings affect you, too. So, I want to thank you for all that you’ve already done, for coming here to be willing to push a little harder and to do this one more thing." —First Lady Dr. Jill Biden

Virginia Launches Pilot to Mentor New Principals

Pandemic-related burnout and growing pressures to overcome learning loss is driving principals to leave.