Tens of thousands of members across Florida are protecting their contract and union membership by signing up for eDues.
They’re saying loudly: “I’m sticking with my union”
Welcome Back to School!
The start of a new school year brings with it many emotions: excitement for what the year will hold, hope for the students looking back at you, joy for the profession you have chosen, and uncertainty for the challenges that will come. You have chosen a profession with no shortage of responsibility — and its currently under attack. But if there’s one thing educators and education staff professionals know best, it’s how to overcome challenges. Together, we can fight for our students, our professions, and our families. Together, we can make our neighborhoods and communities better, one lesson, one book, one student at a time. Thank you for advocating and supporting students and welcome back to school.
FAQ: African American History Standards
Concerns over Florida’s recently adopted African American history standards have been well documented, and the concerns go far beyond the wording of one or two standards.
As we approach the new school year, we have received a lot of questions about the implementation of the standards.
You'll find answers here.
Know Your Rights
HB 1069 expands on the classroom instruction provisions of the 2022 law and adds sweeping new provisions prohibiting the use of pronouns consistent with one’s gender identity, expanding book banning procedures, and censoring health curriculum and instruction.
This overview is intended to provide immediate guidance for members and allies confronting efforts to enforce the original Don’t Say Gay law and the even more far-reaching provisions of HB 1069 in their schools and classrooms.
Get involved with the movement to protect public education!
Students Win as Voters Show Support for Neighborhood Public Schools; Push Back on DeSantis Agenda
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Florida Students Start School Year Facing Nearly 10,000 Teacher and Education Staff Professional Vacancies
Today, the Florida Education Association (FEA) has released the latest data on teacher vacancies in the state of Florida. At the start of a new school year, nearly every district… Read more…
$200 Million in Florida’s Budget For Salaries Doesn’t Go Far Enough for Educators
Tallahassee, Fla. (June 12, 2024) – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis has signed Florida’s budget, which still doesn’t go far enough to support parents, teachers and education staff professionals in the state.“Florida is… Read more…
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 150,000 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.