The Florida Education Association (FEA) and the United Faculty of Florida (UFF), representing educators, faculty, and graduate assistants statewide, strongly oppose the state’s creation of
Key takeaways $101 million has been allotted for teacher salaries, which would work out to roughly $20 more per paycheck per teacher. Florida ranks 50th
100-0 Recertification Record Affirms — Workers Want Unions Today, the Florida Education Association (FEA) is celebrating its 100th consecutive local union recertification election win in
updated June 17, 2025 Jump to: Impact Resources and Data Votes No matter where in Florida a child goes to school, they deserve the same
Education Policy Florida’s public education system has suffered from decades of underinvestment, overburdened educators, and policies that fail to support students equitably. It’s time to
Teacher & Staff Shortage Florida has a severe shortage of teachers, bus drivers, paraprofessionals and other support staff needed to provide all our students with
The Florida Education Association has released the following statement addressing the uncertainty surrounding federal executive orders and reaffirming their commitment to Florida’s educators and children.
2025 Legislative Session The legislative session is a chance for members to speak out and show up for their students, their professions and our public
Key takeaways While the Governor’s budget proposal is just that- a proposal- its an opportunity for the legislature to take a bold stand and commit
Teacher & Staff Shortage Florida has a severe shortage of teachers, bus drivers, paraprofessionals and other support staff needed to provide all our students with
New teacher vacancy numbers show that halfway through the school year there are still 3,197 advertised instructional vacancies across the K-12 system. Thousands of students
Voters overwhelmingly passed funding referenda, elected pro-education school board candidates and rejected Amendment 1 during this general election.
Voters throughout Florida showed their support for students and educators in public schools during Tuesday’s primary, with school board candidates endorsed by the Florida Education
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
Florida has the fourth largest economy in the United States. In fact, if Florida were a country, it would rank in the top 15 countries
As voters, we have the opportunity to create a Florida where every neighborhood thrives, every school is full of love and learning and every child
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
https://youtu.be/Jyk0Uq4Rz_E Florida education leaders held a virtual press conference today to discuss the current state of public education in Florida and Florida’s dismal average teacher
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Today, Governor Ron DeSantis’ signed into law an anti-worker bill (SB 1746) sponsored by Senator Blaise Ingoglia (R-11) that would place additional mandates on any
Tallahassee – Today, the Florida legislature released their proposed budget that once again does not go far enough in supporting students, parents, teachers and education
Jump to: Schedule Snapshot Conference Location Session Descriptions Florida has seen a number of laws that directly impact educators, students, and their families. To help
New teacher vacancy numbers show that halfway through the school year there are still 4096 advertised instructional vacancies in Florida schools and 3457 support staff
Florida’s State of the State underscores a critical need for a shift in direction for Florida’s educational ecosystem, as many parents, students and educators feel
Florida’s public schools are amid a crisis that threatens the future for Florida’s students and our democracy. Yet, today Gov. DeSantis proposed a budget that
Watch the pre-DA virtual meeting On September 26, nearly 300 delegates attended a virtual overview of the changes to this year’s Delegate Assembly — including
On Tuesday, Aug. 15, the United Faculty of Florida (UFF), the UFF chapter at the University of South Florida and three individual faculty members who
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
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Of all the education legislation passed this session, HB 1, the Universal Voucher bill, is likely to have the greatest long-term impact. In this episode
eDues is the new way for union members to automatically pay dues. All members must make the switch to eDues to maintain their membership and
Florida Education Association, Florida Freedom To Read Project and Families for Strong Public Schools Seek to Stop DeSantis Administration’s Policies That Shutter Classroom Libraries, Undermine
Florida Education Association (FEA) President Andrew Spar released a statement today regarding the Senate Governmental Oversight and Accountability Committee’s decision to advance Senate Bill 256,
Gov. Ron DeSantis painted a rosy picture of the state of the state today, but the state of public education under his administration might be
What is the 3-7 Challenge? March 7 is the start of Florida’s 2023 legislative session, and some elected officials have promised to pass legislation that
Updated: February 6 FEA members are on the move and speaking out about why “they are sticking with their union!” On this page you can
TALLAHASSEE — As Gov. DeSantis releases his state budget recommendations for 2023-2024, the Florida Education Association (FEA) calls on lawmakers to invest in the public
A growing number of Florida parents are expressing their opposition and concerns over the increasing list of books that are being removed from Florida public
The St. Johns Education Association honors the civil rights leader each year by lifting up students and strengthening relationships in its community. More than 50
TALLAHASSEE — In conjunction with the day set aside during American Education Week to honor education staff professionals, the Florida Education Association (FEA) today announces
Megan Betche has been teaching since 2004. Much has changed during that time; she notes that it is now harder than ever before to strike
Voters throughout the great state of Florida showed their support for our students and educators on Tuesday, with referendums benefitting local public schools passing in
Like most Floridians, Charlie Crist and Karla Hernandez believe every child in Florida should have the freedom to learn and to thrive. Together, they have
More than a decade of bad policy created Florida’s teacher and staff shortage. Here are some short- and long-term actions that will help retain and
We kick off this year in conversation with Alex McKean, an art teacher from St. Johns County. As you’ll hear her explain, even pre-kindergarten art
With his announcement today of a running mate, gubernatorial candidate Charlie Crist reaffirmed and amplified his support for Florida’s students, educators and public schools.
Becoming a school bus driver set Cor’Darius Jones, now the “Mr. Bus Driver” of social media fame, on a remarkably rewarding path.
If we want good policy and the freedom to do what is best for our kids, then we must participate in the political process and
Our students have lived through some of the most difficult days of their lives and are coming to us with enormous needs.
Yes, we have been here before, and we are still standing. Time and time again, educators have persevered and pushed forward.
How three Columbia County union members got back their jobs.
Florida’s Young Remarkable Educators are doing great work in their school communities statewide.
With the help of a renowned artist, a lot of paint and elbow grease, students and members create masterpiece on school walls.
Unions help community members through the citizenship process.
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Your union is a member-driven professional organization that brings together teachers and education staff professionals like you looking to grow as educators. Members learn from
As the third Covid-impacted school year draws to a close, we sat down with two experienced teachers to get their take on this school year
While education should not be partisan, it is most definitely political. From dictating what can, and cannot, be taught to developing laws that constrain pay
The Legislature’s nearly $1.7 billion proposed budget increase for education is a great investment in our students. The Florida Education Association (FEA) began calling in
Our conversation about testing was so robust that we broke it into two parts. Did you miss the first part of “Assess the Test”? Listen
Don’t miss part 2 of “Assess The Test”: Our conversation about testing was so robust that we decided to continue it to a second episode.
TALLAHASSEE — The educators of the Florida Education Association, the National Education Association and the American Federation of Teachers have significant concerns about Florida Senate
As senators may take up a bill Tuesday that would help get more support staff working in our schools, a new count of advertised vacancies
While some politicians have tried to limit what students can learn when it comes to America’s history, Rep. Geraldine Thompson (D-Orlando) has been advocating for
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Saltar a: Caja de herramientas de primera línea Toma acción El primer día oficial de la sesión legislativa de 2022 es el 11 de enero.
If we want to give all of our students safe schools with great educators and staff they deserve, we need to elect leaders — champions
Academic freedom is under attack on the campuses of Florida’s colleges and universities, perhaps none more so than the University of Florida. Recently, we sat
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) will celebrate public education and educators with a gathering at its Tallahassee office on Tuesday, Nov. 16, as
National Education Association and American Federation of Teachers presidents Becky Pringle and Randi Weingarten join us to talk about the tangible benefits of union membership
At Florida Education Association’s 2021 Delegate Assembly, we sat down with the newly re-elected leadership of FEA to discuss the challenges facing education in Florida
ORLANDO — Delegates to the 2021 Florida Education Association (FEA) Delegate Assembly reaffirmed the statewide union’s leadership on Friday, Oct. 15. President Andrew Spar, Vice
Educators believe training students to think critically involves lessons that dive deep to explore all sides of the issue. However, a recent rule passed by the State Board
As Florida’s school districts continue to experience difficulties in recruiting and retaining teachers and education staff, FEA decided to talk to a handful of early
Another school year is upon us, and I am sure we all have been hoping for the same thing — a normal school year. The
As we go forward into a new school year, I would like to take a few moments to look back over the past 18 months.
Once again, we faced the surging spread of Covid. But that did not dampen our hope or stifle our resolve to make the start of
Our unions can build membership and strength even in the face of adversity How strong are our unions? Strong enough to withstand the great storm
This article appeared in the Fall 2021 issue of The Advocate, the official publication of the Florida Education Association. On FYRE for reading Florida’s Young
Our professional development programs cover a wide range of topics of interest to our members — equity, mental health, leadership, certification and more. FEA’s Professional
The Florida Education Association’s 21st annual Delegate Assembly will once again bring together FEA leaders, members and activists to celebrate our strong belief in solidarity,
NOTE: Pursuant to FEA Bylaw VIII, Section 1. (e) FEA is noticing the amendment below that was passed by the FEA Governance Board at their
By Andrew Gothard, President, United Faculty of Florida As the new president of United Faculty of Florida (UFF), I am thrilled by the opportunity to
By Alana Rigby, President, Student Florida Education Association The past two years have uprooted us from all that we know and planted us in a
By Janice Poirier, President, FEA-Retired FEA-Retired did not skip a beat during the pandemic. I actually believe that we’re busier now without meeting in person
Being an educator is always hard work. As we enter the third school year impacted by Covid, being an educator is harder than ever. Before
Because of the lack of available data, the safe school report will not be updated for the 2022-23 school year. Jump to data from 2021-22
FEA survey finds nearly 5,000 teaching vacancies, more than 3,700 open staff jobs. To a resurgent pandemic and a divisive debate over masks, add one
Update: There were no bonus funds for educators in the 2022-23 state budget. All information below relates to bonuses for the 2020-21 school year. We
Florida keeps trying to increase its national rankings. The Governor recently signed a record high $100 billion state budget that provides $22.8 billion for education
Gov. DeSantis has been withholding federal funding intended to help schools and students recover from the learning disruptions caused by the Covid-19 Pandemic. Write to
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Florida parents are being inundated with marketing calls, flyers, and advertisements that promote new schools opening in their communities. Private schools that accept taxpayer funded
Florida’s private school voucher program was first enacted in 1999 for the McKay Scholarships for Students with Disabilities. It was one of the nation’s first
In response to Florida Department of Education (FDOE) Order 2021-EO-02, regarding mandated standardized testing, FEA President Andrew Spar commented: “The new order lifts a heavy
Educators speak out in new FEA ads about assault on their freedoms TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) released a new series of digital
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) appreciates that Gov. Ron DeSantis wants to show he values teachers, but we maintain that all public school
Read the transcript from Episode 5 Florida’s pension plan could disappear under a proposed measure being considered during the 2021 session. Lawmakers are
Jump to: Take Action Learn About the Bills The Week Ahead Call, email and meet with your state representative and senator It may seem antiquated,
Florida’s Public Schools The best place for kids to learn and grow. The Covid-19 pandemic is teaching everyone what educators already knew: our neighborhood public
TALLAHASSEE — Even in the midst of a pandemic, more than 80 teachers, education support staff, higher education faculty and graduate assistants have come from
The Advocate is the official publication of the Florida Education Association. A service to FEA members, The Advocate is published biannually by FEA. Click on
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) will hold a virtual news conference marking the one-year anniversary of Florida’s initial statewide public school campus closures
From the time he entered the classroom in 1958, Ulysses Floyd has been working to improve conditions for Florida’s students and educators.
So many of the events of the past year have had a profound effect on our lives. I’d like to begin with a review. Last
Each December I reflect on my blessings over the past year. As we closed the calendar on 2020, I searched for good news among so
So much has changed in the past year that it’s good to hang onto what hasn’t. As always, we remain committed to Florida’s students, our
FEA’s Professional Development and Educational Research Department is in full Zoom and here to assist, support and provide you the resources you need. We are
In this issue of The Advocate, we’re looking at the ISSUES where we hope to gain ground in the 2021 legislative session and at a
Also on this page: UFF Names New Exec Director Longtime UFF Senator Retires By Karen Morian, Ph.D., UFF President Welcome to 2021! I know we
Thousands of members and leaders help move our unions’ work forward every day — advocating for our students, their colleagues and Florida’s public schools. Here,
With weekly United Faculty of Florida (UFF) chapter coordinating meetings, member town halls and multiple crisis organizing campaigns on local campuses, UFF chapters faced challenges
Time and again we hear: Nothing is more important for our students’ success inside our classrooms and schools than well-prepared and experienced staff. But let’s
Since March 2020, the virus has been a huge disruption to our way of life and has forced educators to navigate unchartered waters when it
By Jairus R. Williams, Student FEA President Greetings, Florida Education Association! As we entered the spring semester, we had the unique experience of greeting one
By Janice Poirier, President FEA-Retired This past year has been difficult to say the least. The members of FEA-Retired are resilient and forged ahead. We
Also on this page Pat Wright retires In memoriam: Those we’ve lost to Covid-19 In a first for the Florida Education Association (FEA), our former
TALLAHASSEE — In light of the recent passage of Senate Bill 886 by the Senate Education Committee, the Florida Education Association (FEA) has released poll
TALLAHASSEE — After a year like no other has sharply spotlighted the needs of our students, the Florida Education Association (FEA) has one big ask
Read the transcript from Episode 4 The debate over statewide standardized assessments continues following the decision by the U.S. Education Department (USED) to
[00:00:28] Tina Dunbar, Host: Welcome back to another episode of “Educating From the Heart,” the Florida Education Association podcast that covers all topics related to
On this page: Six Critical Priorities for the 2024 Session FEA’s 2024 Session Focus Esta página también está disponible en español. Six Critical Priorities Strong
Esta página también está disponible en español. Here are five quick and easy ways you can stay connected and on top of the issues during
Jump to: The Week Ahead Frontline Toolbox Take Action Bill Watchlist We appreciate all those who took action during the 2024 legislative session to stand
You’re listening to “Educating from the Heart.” Thank you for joining our lively conversations with teachers, support professionals, parents, and students, as they share issues
TALLAHASSEE — As the governor releases his state budget recommendations for 2021-2022, the Florida Education Association is looking ahead to the legislative session and what
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) today formally ended its lawsuit Florida Education Association et al v. Ron DeSantis, as Governor of the State of
You’re listening to Educating from the Heart. Thank you for joining our lively conversations with teachers, support professionals, parents and students as they share issues
Sen. Janet Cruz and Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith recognized for their work on behalf of students, educators and public schools TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education
TALLAHASSEE — The 1st District Court of Appeal got it wrong today with its ruling on the Florida Education Association (FEA) lawsuit, but our educators
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) today released a new 30-second commercial calling on state officials to stop playing politics, end the chaos in
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) today released a 30-second commercial asserting that Florida’s parents and communities deserve transparently reported and trustworthy information about
While the COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically changed life for many people, including what we do normally everyday and our routines, it has also served to
TALLAHASSEE — After two years as president of the Florida Education Association, Fedrick Ingram officially steps away today, Sept. 1, from his role in the
Aug. 27 update: Circuit Judge Charles Dodson lifted the automatic stay on his order granting a temporary injunction against Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran’s emergency order.
Click here for the 2021-22 Safe Schools Report. This fall, parents and school employees have been forced to make extremely tough choices with scant, confusing
By Karen Morian, Ph.D., UFF President Almost overnight, our world turned upside down. We are getting lots of information every day on the life-and-death and
The Florida Education Association will be conducting vote by mail elections for the following seats: FEA Executive Cabinet Pre K-12 seat Goals and Budgets Committee
Resources for Parents With students and teachers shifting to distance learning due to the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, FEA is collecting useful information, FAQs and links for
TALLAHASSEE — Florida Education Association (FEA) President Fedrick Ingram emailed the following letter to Florida Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran today. Dear Commissioner Corcoran: We appreciate
Thank you for filling out this brief survey. FEA is collecting this information to see how educators and our students are faring with schools closed.
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On Wednesday, March 25, FEA officers Fedrick Ingram, Andrew Spar and Carole Gauronskas hosted a statewide town hall for FEA members to discuss COVID-19 and
Updated March 26 with Dept. of Labor flier and NEA’s CARES Act explainer. Take Action | Info about COVID Relief Bills Take Action As the
Updated April 30, 2020 (Zoom resources and NEA Foundation grants) FEA has collected a number of resource for educators and parents to engage in education
Updated: March 23, 2020 Below are answers to some common questions educators and parents have about Florida’s students, schools and educators during the coronavirus pandemic.
Updated April 30, 2020 (NEA Foundation COVID-19 Grants). FEA members have access to a robust program of money-saving member benefits year round. Here we will
Updated: July 21, 2020 (Certification info); March 31, 2020 (Working from Home, IEP and Certification questions) Below are answers to some common questions educators and
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ORLANDO — First there was the “Take on Tallahassee” rally on Jan. 13. Now “The Rally Continues” in Orlando on Feb. 15, when educators, students, parents and
TALLAHASSEE — Thousands of public education stakeholders and supporters will “Take on Tallahassee” on Monday, Jan. 13, the eve of the 2020 legislative session. Demonstrators
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) is calling for a truly bold vision for public education, PreK-12 through higher education. Our Decade of Progress
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) announced Monday that the Fund Our Future Bus Tour for public education will be followed by a Take
Campaign-style tour will visit more than 30 counties for more than 50 events ORLANDO — The Florida Education Association (FEA) is taking its campaign on
Thousands of public education stakeholders and supporters will “Take on Tallahassee” on January 13 — the eve of the 2020 legislative session. Florida’s parents, educators
FEA provides the resources below to help parents and educators recognize the warning signs and risk factors for suicide — and where to find help
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TALLAHASSEE — After 20 years of neglect and bad policy, the Florida Education Association (FEA) is calling for a “Decade of Progress” for Florida’s public
Esta página también está disponible en español. The Florida legislature is made up of local representatives who are supposed to serve you, not corporate lobbyists
TALLAHASSSEE — In a state where the governor says education is public if taxpayers fund it, where deep-pocket donors bankroll TV ads to push taxpayer
TALLAHASSEE — Time and again, Florida’s electorate has demonstrated broad, bipartisan consensus on the need to increase funding for our students and neighborhood public schools.
Article IX of Florida’s Constitution clearly states that it is a “paramount duty” for the state to adequately fund a “uniform, efficient, safe, secure, and
While our lives are increasingly shared online, recent disciplinary trends in Florida indicate that all public school employees need to be cautious about internet communications,
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As an educator joining your union is a critical part of your drive for student success and professional excellence. Becoming a member lets you take
Seeing a critical need to support new educators in both their professional and union lives, the Florida Education Association convened a group of young educators
Andrew Spar, President Carole Gauronskas, Vice President Nandi Riley, Secretary-Treasurer Andrew Spar, President Andrew Spar is president of the Florida Education Association (FEA), the state’s
Whether you’re already retired or just thinking about retirement, there are many advantages to joining FEA-Retired! FEA-Retired is a statewide network that allows members to
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There has been a long-standing contract for educators and other public employees. It has been understood that their salaries would be slightly less than other
Educator Pay Florida’s public-school teachers are ranked #50 in the nation in average pay. Many educators have to work multiple jobs and struggle to provide
Thousands of Floridians came out to the Take on Tallahassee rally on Jan. 13, 2020 READ MORE The Fund Our Future Bus Tour: 5 weeks,
Public school employees deserve to have fair, transparent evaluations. A fair evaluation system would provide robust mentoring and support to new teachers and facilitate growth
Almost two decades ago, Florida voters had become so fed up with large class sizes in their children’s public schools they voted to amend the
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TALLAHASSEE — Florida Education Association (FEA) President Fedrick Ingram released this statement today following Gov. DeSantis’ announcement of his executive order regarding public education and
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