As a teacher of history, government and law at Forest Park High School in Baltimore, Darrin Brozene discovered that “if students connect with you, you can push them to excel.”
The Fairfax County Federation of Principals, Supervisors, and Administrators (FCFPSA), has made history by winning a decisive victory to become the exclusive bargaining representative.
AFSA views the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset as an important goal for educators and other public employees who have been unfairly penalized.
Recent research has shed light on the influential role of friendships in the academic and emotional development of K–12 students. Far from trivial, friendships have been found to significantly impact student outcomes, with implications for teachers and school leaders.
A recent study published in BMC Psychology highlighted the critical role of positive peer relationships in academic achievement, emphasizing that supportive relationships with peers can lead to greater success in academic pursuits.
