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Nearly Half a Million Workers Unionized in 2025

AFSA reported major organizing victories in 2025, including large membership increases in Fairfax County, Virginia, and San Diego County, California.

U.S. Department of Education Withdraws Anti-DEI Directive Following Court Ruling

The U.S. Department of Education has formally withdrawn a controversial directive targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in schools and colleges, following a federal court ruling that found the policy unlawful.

Kentucky Senate Advances Principal Leadership Training Bill

Kentucky lawmakers are moving forward with a major education initiative designed to expand leadership training for school principals statewide.

Presidential Success

Presidential leadership success is a matter of timing, empathy for what the U.S. people are going through and setting clear goals early in your term.

Women’s History Month: Kimberly Grayson

I feel I am crawling to the finish line. 2020 has been one of the hardest years of my life.

Statement on Anti-Asian American Racism

All of us must stand together against anti-Asian racism.

The Basics on School Ventilation and Virus Mitigation

Watch an on-demand webinar about keeping your school community healthy. Indoor Air Quality 101 for School Leaders.

Women’s History Month: Donis Coronel

Donis learned the three Fs—be fair, firm and friendly.

What It Means to You—Biden's American Rescue Plan

AFSA Celebrates Big Wins in American Rescue Plan Act’s Enactment