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Dianne Huslin’s journey to becoming founding principal of the award-winning, Gates Foundation-funded High School of Science and Technology in San Diego was a long one — and it didn’t end there.
Cosentino will begin his term as vice president on August 1, 2026. He is slated to serve as NAESP president-elect in 2027–2028 and president in 2028–2029.
When she talks about her job as director of culturally and linguistically responsive initiatives for the Buffalo Public Schools, Dalphne Bell reflects on “being a Black woman who didn’t grow up experiencing celebratory Black culture or any other cultural celebrations.” She adds, “It was Thanksgiving, and I only learned that the Pilgrims and everyone were having a nice meal.”

Election Day is only one week away. On Nov. 3, we will vote for candidates on all levels of our government who will shape our schools for years to come.

Learning Opportunity and Achievement Act provides funding to address instructional loss for at-risk and marginalized students.
While it’s natural for principals to give all of their energy, time and attention to their community, we must also give to ourselves.
AFSA wrote a letter to the House of Representatives advocating for swift and concise relief for schools under the HEROES Act.
As we honor her life, let's take a lesson from her words—"fight for the things that you care about. But do it in a way that will lead others to join you."