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UFF Files Federal Suit Against University Arbitration Ban
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 were laid off from the… Read more…
Back to school, missing nearly 7,000 teachers
TALLAHASSEE — Each child gets only one first day of kindergarten, one first day of middle school and one first day of their senior year. Florida’s educators are dedicated to… Read more…
FEA files federal lawsuit against SB 256
As was announced today at a virtual press conference, the Florida Education Association (FEA) and three affiliated unions have filed a federal lawsuit against Senate Bill (SB) 256, which was… Read more…
At governor’s bidding, House stands against working people
The Florida House sealed the deal. When it comes to the governor’s political ambitions versus working people, working people lose. Senate Bill (SB) 256, passed by the House today and… Read more…
NEA report: Florida’s teachers remain among nation’s worst paid
Despite Gov. DeSantis’ claims about educator salaries, Florida continues to rank 48th in the nation for average teacher pay, according to figures released this week by the National Education Association… Read more…
Ultimately, SB 256 will impact our students
Senate Bill (SB) 256 is about revenge. As we have seen repeatedly with targets ranging from Disney to school boards, Gov. DeSantis strikes against those who dare speak in opposition.… Read more…
UFF Opposes Board of Governors’ Post-Tenure Review Regulation
On Wednesday, March 29, the Florida Board of Governors intends to pass Regulation 10.003 – Post-Tenure Faculty Review, against the wishes of the entire higher education community across Florida and… Read more…
FEA statement on signing of universal voucher bill
TALLAHASSEE — Florida Education Association (FEA) President Andrew Spar released this statement today in response to Gov. Ron DeSantis signing the universal voucher bill, HB 1: “The universal voucher bill… Read more…
FEA statement on universal voucher bill
“Florida’s families overwhelmingly count on their neighborhood public schools as the best place for their children to get the education they deserve and need. HB 1 will siphon billions away from… Read more…
Our children will pay the price for HB 1
For all the children who attend Florida’s public schools, and for all the children who someday will attend those schools, a vote today by the state House represents a terrible… Read more…
Teachers, Librarians, Parents Challenge Censorship Agenda
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 Public Education, Silence Parents and… Read more…
FEA calls on senators to stand up for rights of educators, students and parents
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, an attack on the freedoms… Read more…
Students and educators deserve better
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 better characterized as a patch… Read more…
Attacking educators does not help our students
Regarding SB 256, the Florida Education Association would note first: Politicians will not solve Florida’s teacher and staff shortage by attacking the rights of teachers and staff. Attempting to silence… Read more…
National Teachers Union President Announces Half-Million Dollars in Grants to Recruit and Retain Educators, Help Students and Boost Public Schools
American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten, AFT Secretary-Treasurer Fedrick Ingram and Florida Education Association President Andrew Spar announced a new round of the AFT Innovation Fund’s What Kids and… Read more…
Support the people who educate Florida’s children
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 schools that educate nearly 90… Read more…
While the governor seeks to divide, we seek to unite
Gov. DeSantis continues to show that anyone who is not in lockstep with him will face his ire. Whether the target is Disney, an elected state attorney, school board members,… Read more…
FEA announces ESP of the Year
The Florida Education Association is pleased to recognize Nelly Henjes, president of the Pinellas Education Support Professional Association, as the 2023 FEA ESP of the Year. Henjes brings years of… Read more…
Ad campaign celebrates education staff professionals
TALLAHASSEE — In conjunction with the day set aside during American Education Week to honor education staff professionals, the Florida Education Association (FEA) today announces the launch of a new… Read more…
FEA: Voters showed their support for students, public schools
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 multiple counties. Read more…
UFF Files Federal Suit Against University Arbitration Ban
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 were laid off from the…
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Back to school, missing nearly 7,000 teachers
TALLAHASSEE — Each child gets only one first day of kindergarten, one first day of middle school and one first day of their senior year. Florida’s educators are dedicated to…
Read more about Back to school, missing nearly 7,000 teachers
FEA files federal lawsuit against SB 256
As was announced today at a virtual press conference, the Florida Education Association (FEA) and three affiliated unions have filed a federal lawsuit against Senate Bill (SB) 256, which was…
FEA leadership: We stand united for our students
Let us say first, we are honored to lead this organization and to have you as a member.
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Help for kids who are hurting
Through Steve’s Club, Cori Lake Walls wants to ensure no grieving student goes unnoticed or unheard
$1,200 worth of turkeys and a lot of love
Lakisha Ayers-White and her student volunteers provide supplies for Thanksgiving dinners with all the trimmings to dozens of union families