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Leading Education Organizations Highlight Importance of Technology and Connectivity for Learning

When supported by reliable, high-capacity broadband, school technology enables educators to leverage digital tools and rich content to differentiate instruction, assess student understanding, and create opportunities for small-group and individualized learning.

Honoring Dr. King -- Staying Focused on Our Children and the Future of Public Education

Dr. King believed deeply in collective action and in the power of organized labor to strengthen democracy.

“Think Globally, Act Locally”: Benjamin Mosley’s Path to School Leadership

“I love building leaders, love to be part of a school that cultivates talent. My doctoral dissertation was about cultivating principal effectiveness and outcomes.”

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.