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

DOE’s Withholding of $6.9 Billion in FY2025 K-12 Funding Threatens Student Success and Paralyzes School Systems Nationwide

School leaders now face the impossible task of opening schools without knowing whether the federal funds they relied on will arrive—or when.

Women’s History Month: Kimberly Grayson

I feel I am crawling to the finish line. 2020 has been one of the hardest years of my life.

Statement on Anti-Asian American Racism

All of us must stand together against anti-Asian racism.

The Basics on School Ventilation and Virus Mitigation

Watch an on-demand webinar about keeping your school community healthy. Indoor Air Quality 101 for School Leaders.

Women’s History Month: Donis Coronel

Donis learned the three Fs—be fair, firm and friendly.

What It Means to You—Biden's American Rescue Plan

AFSA Celebrates Big Wins in American Rescue Plan Act’s Enactment

Women’s History Month: Rosemarie Sinclair

No matter what role Rosemarie Sinclair has embraced as an educator, she has always been an enthusiast. Even in her daily greetings to her colleagues and staff, there is a note of enthusiasm that can take their  breath away.