 | The Organization of School Administrators and Supervisors (OSAS) of the Detroit Public School Community District is the sole collective bargaining agent for administrators and supervisors. OSAS is dedicated to elevating educational leadership by advocating for stronger roles and higher status for its members. It actively shapes policies alongside the superintendent and fights for fair salaries and working conditions. Beyond advocacy, OSAS builds bridges—fostering collaboration between its members, the school board, the superintendent, employee groups, and the community to create a better educational environment for all. OSAS: Then and Now Since 1966, the Detroit chapter of OSAS has stood as the united voice for school administrators and supervisors. Originally formed because administrators were left out of program planning despite being responsible for implementation, OSAS quickly became a powerful force by uniting members around shared challenges. Today, OSAS is more than a union—it’s a proactive leader shaping policies, advocating for fair pay and working conditions, and strengthening educational leadership across Detroit Public Schools. We build strong connections between administrators, the school board, the superintendent, employee groups, and the community to drive positive change. Our history is one of growth and action—and our commitment only grows stronger. |
Important Dates in History
November 15, 2002
OSAS wins major legal victory: Arbitrator orders school district to re-employ 272 demoted curriculum workers
January 18, 2001
Historic five-year labor agreement is reached with Detroit Public Schools
January 19, 1992
Coalition of Management, Labor and Legislators is organized
August 11, 1982
Coalition of Unions (13 DPS Unions) is organized
May 13, 1981
Michigan State Council of AFSA Locals affiliates with Michigan State AFL-CIO
December 18, 1979
Michigan State Council of AFSA Locals founded
November 3, 1967
The first OSAS-Board contract is negotiated and expired June 30,1968
January 25, 1967
The first "interim" agreement between OSAS and DPS is signed and OSAS is recognized as the sole bargaining agent for administrators and supervisors
October 5, 1966
OSAS is founded
September 15, 1966
Leaders of School Administrators Council (SAC) and Detroit Federation of Administrators and Supervisors (DFAS) meet at Burroughs Junior High School and lay the foundation for compromises which led to the formation of OSAS
OSAS Constitution
OSAS Bylaws
 | Our union is proud to affiliate with the American Federation of School Administrators (AFSA), the national voice for school leaders committed to excellence and equity in every school and community. Our union is proud to affiliate with the American Federation of School Administrators (AFSA), the national voice for school leaders committed to excellence and equity in every school and community. AFSA members are frontline leaders shaping the future by guiding students to success and advocating for stronger public schools. They champion education reforms that put students first—and ensure administrators have a seat at the table. As part of the AFL-CIO, AFSA stands firmly for collective bargaining and the right to organize, joining forces with trade unionists nationwide to protect the rights and voices of school administrators everywhere. |