News & Media

July 23, 2024

News, Press Release

Ohio Superintendent to Appear on Capitol Hill to Advocate for Federal Education Funding

Michael J. Barnes, superintendent of Mayfield City Schools in Mayfield Heights, Ohio, and a member of AASA’s Executive Committee, is heading to Capitol Hill today in defense of public education funding and to raise the alarm about the possible reduction in non-defense discretionary funding levels (NDD) in Fiscal Year 2025.

July 18, 2024

Press Release

FCC Votes to Bolster E-Rate Support to Cover Wi-Fi Hot Spots

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) today voted in favor to expand its E-Rate program for Wi-Fi hotspots and wireless internet access services at a time when an increasing number of students, educators and administrators rely heavily on remote educational tools while online space becomes part of their classrooms.

July 10, 2024

Press Release

Minnesota Superintendent David Law Named AASA President-elect

David Law, superintendent of the Minnetonka Public School District in Minnetonka, Minn., was sworn in today as the 2024-25 president-elect of AASA, The School Superintendents Association, the nation’s premier organization representing more than 13,000 school system leaders nationwide.

July 10, 2024

Press Release

Oregon Superintendent Gustavo Balderas Named AASA President

Gustavo Balderas, superintendent of the Beaverton School District, in Beaverton, Ore., was sworn in today as the 2024-25 president of AASA, The School Superintendents Association, the nation’s premier organization representing more than 13,000 school system leaders nationwide.

August 20, 2024

AASA Update

Applications and Nominations Open for Two Awards Recognizing Women Leaders

The Women in School Leadership awards recognize female educators whose talent, creativity and vision are exemplary.

August 16, 2024

AASA Update, District & School Operations, Health & Wellness

How to Unlock the Power of Schools to Improve Youth Mental Health

The leaders of AASA and The Jed Foundation offer seven recommendations for school and district leaders to address students’ needs and help them thrive.

August 15, 2024

AASA Update, Health & Wellness

Supporting the Whole Child: How Harford County Public Schools is Prioritizing Emotional Well-Being and Mental Health Through the DCA Program

How a district in Maryland is improving mental health efforts across students, staff and the community.

July 23, 2024

AASA Update, School Safety & Cybersecurity

AASA Executive Director Joins Department of Homeland Security's Federal School Safety Clearinghouse External Advisory Board

The Department of Homeland Security announces inaugural members of the Federal School Safety Clearinghouse External Advisory Board, including AASA executive director David R. Schuler.