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Order promises stability for students, educators, schools
November 30, 2020
After an initial review of the new emergency order from the Florida Department of Education, the Florida Education Association (FEA) is cautiously optimistic that the order offers our public schools… Read more about this story
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Provide stability for our students and schools
November 18, 2020
As Covid-19 cases surge and our public schools face overwhelming uncertainty about what will happen come January, the Florida Education Association (FEA) urges Gov. Ron DeSantis and Education Commissioner Richard… Read more about this story
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‘AFT Votes’ bus tour rolls into Florida this week
October 27, 2020
Union leaders push to get out the vote for public education and social justice TALLAHASSEE — The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) brings its get-out-the-vote efforts to Florida this week.… Read more about this story
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FEA honors Champions of Public Education
October 10, 2020
Sen. Janet Cruz and Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith recognized for their work on behalf of students, educators and public schools TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) honored two state… Read more about this story
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FEA: The fight continues for safety and local control
October 9, 2020
TALLAHASSEE — The 1st District Court of Appeal got it wrong today with its ruling on the Florida Education Association (FEA) lawsuit, but our educators continue to stand on the… Read more about this story
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New FEA ad: Students need stability, not chaos
October 1, 2020
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 our public schools and ensure… Read more about this story
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FEA calls for governor to act now to stabilize schools
September 18, 2020
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) delivered the following letter from FEA President Andrew Spar to Gov. Ron DeSantis today. Governor DeSantis, The short-term decision made to maintain education… Read more about this story
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New FEA ad: Parents have right to know if kids are safe
September 10, 2020
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 Covid-19 and public schools —… Read more about this story
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Leadership changes underway at FEA
September 1, 2020
TALLAHASSEE — After two years as president of the Florida Education Association, Fedrick Ingram officially steps away today, Sept. 1, from his role in the state organization to become secretary-treasurer… Read more about this story
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We will continue to fight for students, educators and communities
August 28, 2020
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) was disappointed today that the First District Court of Appeal reinstated a stay on the temporary injunction against Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran’s emergency… Read more about this story
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FEA: Stay lifted in lawsuit, but efforts to silence districts will continue
August 27, 2020
TALLAHASSEE — As requested by the Florida Education Association (FEA), Circuit Judge Charles Dodson today lifted the automatic stay on his order granting a temporary injunction against Education Commissioner Richard… Read more about this story
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FEA wins temporary injunction against executive order
August 24, 2020
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. School districts are free to… Read more about this story
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NAACP joins FEA lawsuit; mediation in suit underway today
August 18, 2020
TALLAHASSEE — The NAACP and the NAACP Florida State Conference (NAACP-FL) have joined the Florida Education Association (FEA) lawsuit as plaintiffs. The parties in Florida Education Association et al v.… Read more about this story
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FEA: Ruling ensures that educators will be heard
August 14, 2020
TALLAHASSEE — Thanks to the ruling today by Circuit Court Judge Charles Dodson, Florida’s educators will be heard. The Florida Education Association (FEA) lawsuit against the state’s attempt to strong-arm… Read more about this story
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FEA: Governor slow walks lawsuit while rushing campus reopenings
August 6, 2020
Florida’s governor and education commissioner continue to put politics over the safety and wellbeing of our public school students and educators.Today’s court action in the Florida Education Association (FEA) lawsuit… Read more about this story
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Release: FEA files lawsuit to protect health and well-being of students, educators and communities
July 21, 2020
TALLAHASSEE — Along with educators and parents, the Florida Education Association (FEA) filed suit Monday against Gov. Ron DeSantis, Commissioner Richard Corcoran, the Florida Department of Education, the Florida State… Read more about this story
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FEA calls for education experts and stakeholders, medical professionals to guide reopening
April 28, 2020
TALLAHASSEE — Florida Education Association (FEA) President Fedrick Ingram emailed the following letter to Florida Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran today. Dear Commissioner Corcoran: We appreciate the monumental task that lies… Read more about this story
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FEA calls on governor to keep schools closed, continue distance learning
April 14, 2020
This letter from FEA President Fedrick Ingram was sent to the office of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on April 14. Office of Governor Ron DeSantis State of Florida The Capitol 400… Read more about this story
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The College of the Florida Keys Faculty Vote to Unionize
April 9, 2020
KEY WEST, Fla. — Faculty at The College of the Florida Keys (CFK) have spoken and by a vote of 20-13 establish the newest chapter of the United Faculty of… Read more about this story
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FEA: Educators appreciate quick action in response to crisis
March 17, 2020
TALLAHASSEE — At this time of great uncertainty, the Florida Education Association (FEA) commends Gov. Ron DeSantis for stepping forward Tuesday to clarify issues facing students and educators in our… Read more about this story
A message from the new FEA President
September 5, 2020
New FEA President Andrew Spar discusses FEA’s work, his path to becoming president and his vision for FEA’s future, in a letter to FEA members.
A message from your outgoing president
September 1, 2020
This time of year, just prior to Labor Day, is always a time of transition for all of us involved in education. The beginning of the school year is a…
Reopen Survey Results
July 22, 2020
We asked. You answered.Thursday July 16 through Monday July 21, FEA surveyed educators and parents to get their sense of comfort level with regards to returning to school campuses this fall.…
FAQs about the Legislature’s Salary Plan
March 14, 2020
FEA received a number of questions before and during FEA's recent Facebook Live event covering…
Will I receive a raise next school year?
February 5, 2020
Don’t like what you see in the flowchart?Get in touch with your local legislators today…
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January 27, 2020
At the end of each week, we send a recap of the goings on in…
Order promises stability for students, educators, schools
November 30, 2020
After an initial review of the new emergency order from the Florida Department of Education,…
Provide stability for our students and schools
November 18, 2020
As Covid-19 cases surge and our public schools face overwhelming uncertainty about what will happen…
‘AFT Votes’ bus tour rolls into Florida this week
October 27, 2020
Union leaders push to get out the vote for public education and social justice TALLAHASSEE…