News and Advocacy

A Message from CPAA about May 1st Day of Civic Action

Today, along with many of our members, CPAA learned that CPS is considering amending the school calendar by designating May 1, 2026, as a Day of Civic Action with no student attendance.

Oklahoma School Shooting Underscores Urgent Need to Protect School Leaders

Statement from American Federation of School Administrators (AFSA) President Mark Cannizzaro

White House Releases FY27 Budget: Key Education Provisions and Proposed Changes

In the first week of April, the White House released its proposed FY27 budget, outlining top line goals, selected program increases, and proposed eliminations.

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.

More Mexican-Made Oreos Replacing Made in the USA

We will all miss the smell of freshly baked Oreos and other cookies.

AFSA Endorses Miguel Cardona to Head the Department of Education

AFSA and CFSA endorse Commissioner Cardona without hesitation.

RIP John Sweeney, AFL-CIO President Emeritus

John Sweeney, former president of the AFL-CIO, died Feb. 1. Sweeny dedicated his life to working people. He was an organizer, working the streets looking to help people have a voice in their workplaces.

What Does Black History Month Mean to You?

Submit a paragraph that speaks to what Black History Month means to you.