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DOE’s Withholding of $6.9 Billion in FY2025 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.

2025 Convention Tentative Agenda

Take time and review the agenda for the upcoming AFSA Convention.

AFSA Releases Constitutional Amendments and Resolutions Ahead of National Convention

AFSA has officially released its proposed constitutional amendments and resolutions in preparation for its upcoming national convention.

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.