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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) has honored Sergia Cardenas, the first Hispanic councilwoman of Pierson, Fla., with the FEA Cesar Chavez Action and Commitment Award, presented annually in… Read more…
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) has honored Karla Hernandez, candidate for lieutenant governor of Florida and third-term president of the United Teachers of Dade (UTD), with the FEA… Read more…
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) has honored Timothy Brandt Robinson, a Pinellas County teacher and activist, with the FEA Human & Civil Rights Leadership Award, presented annually to… Read more…
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) has honored Palm Beach County teacher and mentor Cartier Scott with the FEA Martin Luther King, Jr. Award, presented annually to recognize achievement… Read more…
TALLAHASSEE — The Florida Education Association (FEA) has honored Felicia Bruce, a retired educator and steadfast advocate, with the FEA Service Award, presented annually to a member of FEA, or… Read more…
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. Read more…
The Florida Education Association (FEA) announced today that the organization will recommend that the Florida AFL-CIO endorse U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist as the next governor of Florida. The federation of… Read more…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
May 2, 2025
The Florida Education Association (FEA) has released the following statement regarding the 2025 Legislative Session. This legislative session, Florida Legislators had the chance to invest in public education, in our…
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April 29, 2025
Key takeawaysFlorida ranks 50th in the nation for average teacher pay — two years in a row — despite a small pay increase that fails to keep up with inflation.…
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April 17, 2025
Earlier today, Florida State University experienced an active shooter event, which has so far resulted in the deaths of two individuals and hospitalized several others. First and foremost, our thoughts…
April 30, 2025
It all started with one word: glue.27 years ago, John Hoback heard someone say that the performing arts center was the glue that held communities together. But looking around his…
April 29, 2025
Es un día conocido por muchos nombres: el Día del Trabajador, el Día Internacional de los Trabajadores o incluso el Día del Trabajo en algunos países. Se celebra cada año…
April 28, 2025
Jump to: Graphics to Share Hear from Educators Data Every child in Florida deserves a free, world-class public education. What does that look like? It looks like schools filled with…
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