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Contract Opens a New Chapter for Fairfax County School Leaders and Students

Landmark Agreement Takes Effect July 1

School principals play an important role in student success, but a new national study suggests that many principals do not receive enough opportunities to continue developing their leadership skill

A new study from Ireland is putting numbers behind a reality that school leaders in the United States have experienced for years: the demands of running a school are becoming increasingly difficult

For millions of students and educators across the United States, the greatest challenge inside a school building should be learning and teaching, not wondering whether the heat will work, whether the air is safe to breathe, or whether another maintenance failure will interrupt the school day. Yet in public schools across the country, that has become an increasingly common reality.

The first Fairfax County contract begins a new chapter for school leaders, providing a stronger voice, enhanced working conditions, and a new foundation for collaboration—all with one goal: helping every student thrive.
The AFL-CIO's maintains a list of union-made school supplies to help parents, teachers and schools identify products made by union workers.
There is something special about the beginning of a new school year. Every student who walks through our doors has a fresh start. They have a chance to learn, grow, overcome obstacles, and discover their potential.
For AFSA members and their families, the 2027 scholarship application is another opportunity to help offset the cost of education.
“Providing mentors to school leaders is the most important thing," Fran says. "This is a passion of mine. Never undersell mentoring. I had so many mentors, it’s the reason I was able to have success and longevity.”