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MCAAP Advocacy at Labor Forum

Candidates for Montgomery County Executive answer questions during a recent Labor Forum.

MCAAP President Dr. Christine Handy, Mr. Mike Bayewitz and Mr.

MCAAP Members KICKED it in Style at the 2025 Fall Membership Meeting

MCAAP Members arrived in style to our Annual Fall Membership Meeting, and left no Crumbs when it came to the Sneaker Showdown.  

Associate Retired Member (ARM) Inaugural Kick Off Reception

Spetember 18, 2025, marked our offical Kick- Off Reception and commemorative celebration for MCAAP's newest chapter for MCPS Retired Administrators and Principals.

“Think Globally, Act Locally”: Benjamin Mosley’s Path to School Leadership

“I love building leaders, love to be part of a school that cultivates talent. My doctoral dissertation was about cultivating principal effectiveness and outcomes.”

Sacramento City Unified School District Leaders Affiliate with AFSA

The United Professional Educators (UPE–Sacramento City Unified School District), the independent union representing principals, assistant principals, and a range of instructional and student-support certificated professionals in Sacramento City Unified School District, announced today that its Board of Directors has voted to affiliate with the AFSA.

Feeding a Community: How Kevin Carifi Helps Keep MCPS Running

Kevin’s position in school food and nutrition services was serendipitous for someone who planned to spend many years in the corporate world.

Peace and Joy for the Holidays

During this special season, all of us at AFSA wish you and your families peace, joy, and continued success in 2026.

Portrait of a Graduate, Portrait of a Crisis: What Education Must Fix Before the Future Arrives

I am not anti-college. I am not anti-technology. I am not anti-innovation. I am pro-student. Period. I want them to be truly future ready.

Angelina Santana: Guided by Mentors, Driven by Purpose

Born in San Francisco, California, Angelina Santana recalls a much gentler time for immigrant families. Today, as assistant principal at Eastlake High School in Chula Vista, California, AFSA Local 150, Angie is devoted to helping her students find the opportunities and resources they need for success, regardless of their families’ status.