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Portrait of a Graduate, Portrait of a Crisis: What Education Must Fix Before the Future Arrives

I am not anti-college. I am not anti-technology. I am not anti-innovation. I am pro-student. Period. I want them to be truly future ready.

Angelina Santana: Guided by Mentors, Driven by Purpose

Born in San Francisco, California, Angelina Santana recalls a much gentler time for immigrant families. Today, as assistant principal at Eastlake High School in Chula Vista, California, AFSA Local 150, Angie is devoted to helping her students find the opportunities and resources they need for success, regardless of their families’ status.

At a Time of Educator Shortages, Trump’s Ed Team Sends Wrong Message

For the federal government to claim that educators like school leaders are not professionals is both wrong and disrespectful.

New National Leadership Team Elected

The convention also marked the end of service for two longtime national officers. AFSA President Leonard P. Pugliese and Executive Vice President Lauran Waters-Cherry stepped down after years of steadfast leadership.

Convention Delegates Defend Public Education, Shape Policy Agenda

Delegates took decisive action to protect federal support for schools, demand greater investment in school leadership and reaffirmed AFSA's commitment to putting students first.

Recognizing the Vital Role of Exhibitors

Exhibitors played a vital role in the success of this year’s convention, offering attendees direct access to innovative tools.

Thank You to Our Convention Sponsors

We extend our deepest gratitude to all of our convention sponsors. Your generous support made it possible for us to bring school leaders from across the country together to share ideas, build solidarity and chart a course for the future of public education.

Your commitment goes far beyond logos and banners—it represents an investment in the people who work every day to create safe, supportive and successful schools. Because of your sponsorship, we were able to provide meaningful sessions, inspiring speakers and unforgettable moments that will leave a lasting impact on our members.

School Leaders Urged to Unite, Advocate and Lead as Union Movement Grows

“Unionism for school leaders is more important now than ever. But too many districts still engage teachers while ignoring administrators.”

DOE’s Withholding of $6.9 Billion in FY 2025 K–12 Funding Threatens Student Success and Paralyzes School Systems Nationwide

School leaders now face the impossible task of opening schools without knowing whether the federal funds they relied on will arrive—or when.