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If you need help balancing the books, ask the leaders who manage their own abysmal budgets every year; we continuously find solutions that aren’t this detrimental to our children.
AFSA supports a strong, cabinet-level Secretary of Education, a fully staffed U.S. Department of Education, and robust federal programs that serve disadvantaged students, students with disabilities, and the educators and school leaders who support them.

This week, AFSA celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of advocating for school leaders and strengthening public education.

Union leaders must ask the questions, tell your stories, and connect deeply and authentically with your members.
But I worry that a little girl like me today—the daughter of immigrants—may not get the same chance I had. And we should all be worried about that.

It is with deep sorrow and profound respect that the Chicago Principals and Administrators Association mourns the passing of Al Llorens, President of the Illinois Education Association.

AI may help us in powerful ways, but nothing can replace the role of principals and teachers in connecting with students.
“Party does not matter when we’re talking about education. We grow Democrats, we grow Republicans, we grow Independents — but most importantly, we’re growing critical thinkers with empathy and voice.
AI is rapidly transforming how school leaders manage daily operations, communicate with families and design student learning experiences.