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Kindergarten Reading Readiness Rebounds to Pre-Pandemic Levels, But National Literacy Progress Remains Slow

The findings, based on middle-of-the-school-year literacy data, offer a mixed picture for educators and policymakers.

Education Advocates Urge Swift Distribution of $2.19 Billion in Federal Title II Funds

In a letter addressed to Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, the coalition urged the department to distribute the $2.19 billion allocated for Title II.

Younger Superintendents on the Rise Amid Stagnant Real Wages, National Survey Finds

The median age of superintendents remains steady at 52, but more educators are reaching the role earlier in their careers.

Take Action: AFSA Members Can Help Miners Keep Pension

Murray Energy Corp., the largest private coal mining company in the United States, filed for bankruptcy.

AFSA Board Passes Resolution on E-Cigarettes and Vaping

Over 25% of 12th graders, 20% of 10th graders and 9% of eighth graders vaped.

School Leaders Lobby Capitol Hill

AFSA members stormed Capitol Hill last week in conjunction with NASSP and NAESP as part of the first joint Hill Day.

States Bid Hasty Retreat From Their Own Attempts to Overhaul Educator Evaluation

Understanding how states are viewing teacher and principal evaluation systems.

It's Time to Activate for Change

A Principals Month Message from AFSA President Ernest Logan.

Chicago Principals Accuse District of Misleading Public in Teacher Negotiations

Misled Teachers, Press and Public About Principals’ Positions on Contract Issues