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Make Students Feel Valued

In the wake of the post-COVID-19 pandemic world, we are witnessing a surge in stress and anxiety among our students.

Central Office Transformation for Equitable Teaching and Learning

Central offices were set up more than a century ago to handle business and regulatory functions. Today’s schools require a fundamentally new approach.

AFSA Joins Hands with Italian School Leaders

AFSA has embarked on an official collaboration with the largest network of school leaders in Italy, Senza Zaino.

Democrats Introduced a Major Investment for School Broadband

The House Commerce Democrats introduced a major infrastructure package.

Candidate Harris Spends Day in Schools

Democratic presidential hopeful, Sen. Kamala Harris, D-Calif., spent a day walking in workers’ – teachers’ – shoes, in Michigan.

Organizing Unions in the Gig Economy

When we think about organizing precarious “gig” workers, the task seems biblical: The workers may be ready, or not, but the spirit and the flesh are weak.

Education Groups Cheer Major New Investment in Professional Development

Labor HHS Education is proposing a $500 million increase.

Congress—It's Time to Fund STOP School Violence Act

AFSA joined dozens of other organization in the following letter.

Safe Jobs: Every Workers Rights

Nearly 50 years ago, Congress passed the Occupational Safety and Health Act, promising every worker the right to a safe job. Unions and our allies have fought hard to make that promise a reality—winning protections that have made jobs safer and saved lives.

But our work is not done.