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Meet and Greet is coming

Watch our calendar for social and fun activities sponsored by our union.

Chicago Principals Secure Landmark Win as Governor Pritzker Signs Union Arbitration Bill Into Law

Historic legislation ensures fair negotiations for principals' first collective bargaining agreement.

Kindergarten Reading Readiness Rebounds to Pre-Pandemic Levels, But National Literacy Progress Remains Slow

The findings, based on middle-of-the-school-year literacy data, offer a mixed picture for educators and policymakers.

Biden-Harris Historic Investments in Public Education Deliver Results

The Education Department releases state fact sheets detailing Biden-Harris administration investments in public education.

New Report: Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity Top List of State Education Technology Priorities

The latest survey from SETDA identifies key edtech trends and priorities for state K–12 policymakers as pandemic-era funds disappear.

A Tragedy in Georgia

I write to you today with a heavy heart as we once again confront the devastating reality of a school shooting. This time, in Georgia, a 14-year-old student took lives, injured others, and left a community of students, educators, family and friends shattered, grappling with grief and searching for answers.

AFL-CIO State of Unions Address ’24

In the words of AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, “The state of our unions is battle ready!”

Seven in 10 Americans Support Unions

A near-record seven out of every 10 Americans support unions, the latest annual Gallup Poll on the popularity of the labor movement reports.

Back to School and Labor Day 2024

For educators, August and September symbolize the fresh start of a new academic year brimming with possibilities, optimism and enthusiasm.