Take ActionRead the full seriesA multi-part series looking at how Florida's Legislature has
undermined student success
Bad Policy and Low Pay
Take ActionRead the full seriesA multi-part series looking at how Florida's
Legislature
has undermined student success
Bad Policy
and Low Pay
Fund Our Future Bus Tour
See you at a bus stop!
Starting Oct. 21, Florida Education Association officers and staff will roll out on a statewide, five-week bus tour for public education. We will be on a campaign for our students, public schools and YOU. Please plan to come out and meet us at a stop.
American Education Week
Celebrated annually since 1921, American Education Week honors the hard work and dedication of all those who work in public education. Additionally. the week is an opportunity to gain support from parents and community allies to ensure every child’s right to a free, high-quality public education.
Educator Salaries
Florida science teacher Seth Knolhoff says if things don’t change in his state, he’s going to have to leave the profession he loves. He and his wife (also an educator) rarely see each other, let alone spend quality time together. They work multiple side jobs in the evenings and on weekends just to pay their rent, and they still can’t afford to start the family they dream of. Read more here.
Get involved with the movement to protect public education!
Overtesting of Florida’s Students
Part IV: Test Mania – How Florida Lost its Focus on What Matters in EducationFlorida’s students have suffered from the policy decisions made in Tallahassee over the past two decades.Low wages… Read more about Overtesting of Florida’s Students
Annual Contracts: An Attack on Teacher Professionalism
Part III: Annual Contracts and Due Process The first article in our series of how Florida’s education policies are undermining student success focused on teacher pay. Part two of the series began the examination of bad… Read more about Annual Contracts: An Attack on Teacher Professionalism
Local Union Spotlight: Hendry County Education Association
The president of this small but thriving local would like for legislators to realize that retaining experienced teachers is just as important as recruiting new ones in rural areas like… Read more about this story
Florida Education Association members believe in the bold promise of public education for all. Together we stand up and speak out for student success, opportunity and professional excellence.
United, our 140,000 members make up the the state’s largest labor union of professional employees and are each committed to helping every student unlock their full potential. Here’s how:
Teachers
When given the resources and opportunity, teachers can use their training and experience to help every student unlock his or her full potential. Learn more about our teacher members.
Education staff professionals
Valued education professionals interact with each student throughout the school day — all are a vital part of ensuring their success. Learn more about our education staff professional members.
Higher education faculty and graduate assistants
Our higher ed members are committed to opportunity student success at the post-secondary level. Learn more about United Faculty of Florida.
Retirees
Finished with their professional journey, retired educators continue honoring their commitment to great public education for all students. Learn more about FEA-Retired.
Education students
Student FEA represents the future educators of Florida. Their unwavering commitment to student success is the key to a bright future. Learn more about Student FEA.
Early career educators
FEA engages early career educators through identifying and connecting their core values to our union values of integrity, advocacy, respect and empowerment. Learn more about FYRE.