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Sacramento City Unified School District Leaders Affiliate with AFSA

The United Professional Educators (UPE–Sacramento City Unified School District), the independent union representing principals, assistant principals, and a range of instructional and student-support certificated professionals in Sacramento City Unified School District, announced today that its Board of Directors has voted to affiliate with the AFSA.

Feeding a Community: How Kevin Carifi Helps Keep MCPS Running

Kevin’s position in school food and nutrition services was serendipitous for someone who planned to spend many years in the corporate world.

Peace and Joy for the Holidays

During this special season, all of us at AFSA wish you and your families peace, joy, and continued success in 2026.

OSAS Christmas Celebration - Dec 18, 2025

Let’s take a moment to celebrate the season together!

Join us for our Christmas Celebration at Brix Wine in Detroit on December 18th from 6pm-8pm. This will be a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow members, enjoy some festive cheer, and toast to the end of a great year.

Portrait of a Graduate, Portrait of a Crisis: What Education Must Fix Before the Future Arrives

I am not anti-college. I am not anti-technology. I am not anti-innovation. I am pro-student. Period. I want them to be truly future ready.

Angelina Santana: Guided by Mentors, Driven by Purpose

Born in San Francisco, California, Angelina Santana recalls a much gentler time for immigrant families. Today, as assistant principal at Eastlake High School in Chula Vista, California, AFSA Local 150, Angie is devoted to helping her students find the opportunities and resources they need for success, regardless of their families’ status.

At a Time of Educator Shortages, Trump’s Ed Team Sends Wrong Message

For the federal government to claim that educators like school leaders are not professionals is both wrong and disrespectful.

Trump Administration Dismantling U.S. Department of Education

The Trump administration has begun following through on its campaign promise to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education.

A School of Values: Hospitality, Community, and Responsibility for a New Educational Humanism

How can schools become places of hospitality, community, and responsibility—spaces that nurture both knowledge and character?