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Five Outstanding Students Earn AFSA’s 2026 Diann Woodard Scholarship

Five exceptional students are beginning their college journeys with support from the American Federation of School Administrators (AFSA), which has awarded them the 2026 Diann Woodard S

Mother’s Day Isn’t Easy for Every Student — Schools Can Do Better

Some students have lost their mother, while others live apart from her due to divorce, incarceration, military deployment, or other complex circumstances.

Clarence Allen: From Newark Student to Newark School Leader

“As a principal, you’re everything to everyone,” Clarence says. “Our children are our most precious jewels. We have to treasure them. Students need leaders who are passionate about their growth and who hold themselves and other educators accountable.”

AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka Dies at 72

The labor movement, the AFL-CIO and the nation lost a legend today.

New Survey of Parents on Return to School

RAND researchers surveyed 2,015 parents of children age 5–18 in May 2021 about their willingness to send their children to school in person in fall 2021. They also asked parents about their support for various health and safety practices at school, including getting their children tested for coronavirus disease 2019, and whether they would get their children vaccinated if a vaccine were available. The results are intended to inform school districts' and health officials' planning for operating schools in fall 2021.

Some Thoughts About Independence Day

By the time you read this editorial, Independence Day will have come and gone. Nevertheless, the date, July 4, should occasion thoughts—which we hope persist in your minds.

Carnegie Forum: Elevating Family-School Partnership

Educators worked hand in hand with parents to support student success and discovered what is possible when collaboration with families is a priority.

Tax the Rich

President Biden has just announced the most ambitious game plan since FDR’s New Deal for enhancing the well-being of working Americans and trimming the incomes of America’s super rich.

Get Vaccinated

Get vaccinated for yourself, your friends and your family. Add your name saying you got vaccinated, and the AFL-CIO will send you a sticker. Union-made, obviously!