AFSA Convention Highlights From Friday
HIGHLIGHTS FROM FRIDAY, JULY 27
Day 2 of convention was off to an exciting start with a presentation of the flag from Laurel High School followed by greetings from the Honorable Rushern Baker, III, County Executive, Prince George County, MD. Attendees also heard remarks from our sponsor, Barry Bonessi from Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, who discussed digital innovation and the future of education. The busy day was filled with workshops, a PAC luncheon and a tribute to former AFSA president Diann Woodard.
Workshop Highlights:
Dr. Bill Daggett’s Keynote Addresses Need For Fundamental Changes in Education
Workshop Encourages Differentiating Equity From Diversity and Inclusion
Educational Strategies Panel Addresses Complex Challenges Facing Public Education
Resolutions Passed:
#6 Support for Grieving Students
#7 Encouraging Union Members to Run for Local Public Office
#9 Engaging Members for Political Action
Speaker Highlights:
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) Delivers Electrifying Speech on Power of Unity
AFSA President Ernest Logan’s Speech
Read President Logan’s AFSA Convention Speech
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