Advocacy
The leading voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill.
萝莉网advocates for equitable access to the highest quality public education for all students.
The goal of 萝莉网advocacy is to influence federal education policy and legislation through the collective efforts of 萝莉网members across the country.
AASA鈥檚 advocacy is driven by a commitment to ensure that the voice of the nation鈥檚 public school superintendents informs federal policy decisions.
Legislative Agenda
The guiding principles for federal education policy this year all stem from equity and the important role the federal government stands to play in leveling the education playing field for all students.
Key Issues
Access up-to-date information, position statements, and the latest calls to action to help you navigate complex advocacy issues in federal education policy.
Latest Updates from The Leading Edge Blog
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October 30, 2025
Wide Array of AI Legislation IntroducedDespite the federal government remaining closed for more than a month now, multiple new bills related to AI and students have been introduced in the past several weeks. This blog post has the breakdown.
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October 29, 2025
Guest Post: Maintaining Strong Foundations for Head Start Programs During the Government ShutdownThe current federal shutdown may be causing disruption and heartache for Head Start partnerships with school systems, including those school systems that are grant recipients. This blog aims to clear up some possible misconceptions and highlight how school systems and Head Start can work together through the shutdown to ensure children and families are prioritized.
Latest Advocacy & Policy Resources
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November 01, 2025
Diplomacy Without Compromise: Advocacy in Public EducationType:Article Topics: Advocacy & PolicyA veteran superintendent reframes what it means to be both tactful and resolute when pressing for what鈥檚 important in schooling today. -
November 01, 2025
The Vitality of District Data as Fed Research FadesType:Article Topics: Advocacy & PolicyYour district鈥檚 in-house data must be the very tool to gauge what鈥檚 working in schools.
Upcoming Advocacy & Policy Events
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Jan14
Federal Education Law Certificate ProgramType:Cohort Topics: Advocacy & PolicyThe Federal Education Law Certificate program equips superintendents and district leaders with insights from experienced school attorneys on federal statutes, constitutional principles, and key legal issues impacting public schools. -
Jul08
Legislative Advocacy ConferenceType:Conference Topics: Advocacy & PolicyLearn about the latest federal education policy issues that will impact your district and advocate for public education across the country.
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