United Administrators of Oakland Schools

Full Width

A New School Year, A Renewed Purpose

There is something special about the beginning of a new school year. Every student who walks through our doors has a fresh start. They have a chance to learn, grow, overcome obstacles, and discover their potential.

Apply Now for the Union Plus Scholarship

For AFSA members and their families, the 2027 scholarship application is another opportunity to help offset the cost of education.

Fran DiFiore: A School Leader at the Bargaining Table

“Providing mentors to school leaders is the most important thing," Fran says. "This is a passion of mine. Never undersell mentoring. I had so many mentors, it’s the reason I was able to have success and longevity.”

CAUSA 2025 Conference Registration (Hosted by UAOS)

We’re excited to announce that the Fall CAUSA 2025 Conference will take place in Oakland, California on:

October 10 (4 PM) and October 11 (8 AM)
Hotel Venue: Executive Inn & Suites, Embarcadero Cove

Don’t forget to mark your calendar:
[Add to Google Calendar]

Register

New Voluntary Supplemental Benefits

Guaranteed Acceptance

No Medical Questions, Exams or Blood Tests.*

Time For A Vacation.

Check out AFSA Travel!

Make a Political Difference

Donate to The AFSA PAC

Featured Benefits

See all

Recent News

How America Lost Its Back-to-School Season

Once upon a time, Labor Day meant back to school. Now, the first day of school can arrive weeks before the holiday, and summer means something different to nearly everyone.

For generations of Americans, the first Monday in September marked a familiar turning point. Summer was ending. Children were returning to classrooms. Parents were buying notebooks and new shoes. The school bus was coming. That shared rhythm is disappearing.

AFSA Summer Institute Brings Leaders Together to Strengthen Locals Unions

The multiday conference focused on giving school leaders practical tools to succeed at the bargaining table and beyond.

Carey Cunningham: From Role Model to Union Leader

"A hundred percent dedicated to the union," Carey says, "the union in St. Louis is so important because we don't have collective bargaining, so we have to do absolutely everything for our people."

President Trump Sends Back-to-School Message: Dream Big, Work Hard

President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump welcomed students as they begin a new academic year and encouraged them to focus on learning, personal growth, and making a positive impact.
See all