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AFSA supports a strong, cabinet-level Secretary of Education, a fully staffed U.S. Department of Education, and robust federal programs that serve disadvantaged students, students with disabilities, and the educators and school leaders who support them.

This week, AFSA celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of advocating for school leaders and strengthening public education.

Princess R. Moss of Virginia was elected president, Noel Candelaria of Texas was elected vice president, and Robert Varela Rodriguez of California was elected secretary-treasurer.
Union leaders must ask the questions, tell your stories, and connect deeply and authentically with your members.
But I worry that a little girl like me today—the daughter of immigrants—may not get the same chance I had. And we should all be worried about that.
AI may help us in powerful ways, but nothing can replace the role of principals and teachers in connecting with students.
“Party does not matter when we’re talking about education. We grow Democrats, we grow Republicans, we grow Independents — but most importantly, we’re growing critical thinkers with empathy and voice.
AI is rapidly transforming how school leaders manage daily operations, communicate with families and design student learning experiences.

Educators are the backbone of every community, but their ability to inspire students and transform schools depends on one essential ingredient: positive leadership. That was the message best-selling author and global leadership consultant Jon Gordon delivered during the opening keynote of the convention.