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NEA report: Florida’s teachers still among nation’s worst paid
As inflation grows and despite investments by the Legislature, Florida’s teachers remain stuck near the bottom nationally when it comes to average pay, according to new figures released today by… Read more…
For students to learn anything, Florida needs educators
As Gov. DeSantis today signs HB 7, a bill based on a manufactured political narrative, the Florida Education Association (FEA) must call out the fact that our students would be… Read more…
New law promotes falsehoods about schools, will aggravate shortage of teachers and staff
By signing the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, Gov. DeSantis has put a political agenda ahead of what’s best for our students. Read more…
Testing bill does not keep the governor’s promise
Educators and parents had high hopes when Gov. DeSantis announced in September that Florida would end its system of high-stakes testing for our students, but the bill signed into law… Read more…
Budget is a good step toward making this the ‘Decade of Progress’
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 2019 for a “Decade of… Read more…
HB 1203 will push more teachers out of our schools
Most Floridians agree that we want our schools to be the strongest in the nation. A key element in reaching that goal is keeping experienced educators in our students’ classrooms.… Read more…
Ultimately, these bills will harm students
This is a sad day for Florida’s students. By voting to pass the “Erase History” and “Don’t Say Gay” bills, some misguided lawmakers in the Florida House have chosen to… Read more…
Florida voters want better pay for teachers
A new poll commissioned by the state’s largest teacher union, the Florida Education Association (FEA), found continued and growing support for higher pay for teachers and other education professionals. Read more…
Budget proposals give educators hope for relief that will help slow the growing staff shortages
As the Legislature takes its first steps towards crafting the State’s 2022-2023 budget, the Florida Education Association is hopeful that there may be some help to curb the exodus of… Read more…
SB 148/HB 7: Race and history as a minefield? Educators raise concerns
TALLAHASSEE — The educators of the Florida Education Association, the National Education Association and the American Federation of Teachers have significant concerns about Florida Senate Bill 148/House Bill 7, which… Read more…
New numbers make clear the severity of staff shortages in our schools
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 makes clear just how desperate… Read more…
Governor’s education plan falls short — all of Florida’s children deserve strong public schools
As we enter a third pandemic year, Florida’s public schools are facing a significant crisis. Every student has been affected by disruptions related to Covid. Second-graders have never experienced a… Read more…
FEA: We look forward to finding solutions that truly meet students’ needs
As Gov. DeSantis releases his state budget recommendations for 2022-2023, the Florida Education Association (FEA) is looking ahead to the legislative session and what needs to happen for our students,… Read more…
FEA event to celebrate American Education Week
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) will celebrate public education and educators with a gathering at its Tallahassee office on Tuesday, Nov. 16, as part of American Education Week.… Read more…
FEA leadership affirmed, educators face future united
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 President Carole Gauronskas and Secretary-Treasurer… Read more…
Orlando Rep. Eskamani honored for leadership
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) has honored state Rep. Anna Eskamani, D-Orlando, with the FEA Cesar Chavez Action & Commitment Award, which recognizes individuals who have shown outstanding… Read more…
Miami-Dade advocate receives Andy Ford Lifetime Achievement Award
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) has honored Carmen Esquijarosa with the FEA Andy Ford Lifetime Achievement Award, which recognizes a lifetime of commitment to children, teachers, education employees… Read more…
Volusia County advocate honored by FEA
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) has honored Vanessa Lee, a retired teacher and active community leader, with the FEA Mary McLeod Bethune Human Relations in Education Award, presented… Read more…
Palm Beach County educator honored by FEA
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) has honored Cori Walls, a Palm Beach County educator, with the FEA Human and Civil Rights Leadership Award, presented annually to a nominee… Read more…
St. Petersburg College Faculty Vote to Unionize
Faculty at St. Peterburg College (SPC) have spoken and by a vote of 193-56 established the 34th chapter of the United Faculty of Florida (UFF). With 295 eligible voters, 84… Read more…
Op-ed: New bill threatens federal financial aid for Florida’s students
This column was originally published on Feb. 20, 2022, by the South Florida Sun Sentinel. By ANDREW GOTHARD, UFF President The beatings will continue until morale improves. Such is the…
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UFF leads fight for intellectual freedom
University of Florida students and faculty gather Nov. 12, 2021, to advocate for free speech and academic freedom. The United Faculty of Florida, FEA’s higher education affiliate, has stepped forward…
Celebrating American Education Week
Neighborhood public schools are a vital part of our communities, and about 90 percent of Florida’s students are educated in public schools. Join us in celebrating public education and all…
NEA report: Florida’s teachers still among nation’s worst paid
As inflation grows and despite investments by the Legislature, Florida’s teachers remain stuck near the bottom nationally when it comes to average pay, according to new figures released today by…
Read more about NEA report: Florida’s teachers still among nation’s worst paid
For students to learn anything, Florida needs educators
As Gov. DeSantis today signs HB 7, a bill based on a manufactured political narrative, the Florida Education Association (FEA) must call out the fact that our students would be…
Read more about For students to learn anything, Florida needs educators
New law promotes falsehoods about schools, will aggravate shortage of teachers and staff
By signing the “Don’t Say Gay” bill, Gov. DeSantis has put a political agenda ahead of what’s best for our students.