Learning First Alliance

As the school year winds down there are still plenty of ways to support your local public school. Volunteer, donate, or thank a teacher or principal.

“At a time when the challenges facing education are complex and evolving, collaboration is not optional; it’s essential,” says Joan Wade, executive director of our newest member, AESA (The Association of Educational Service Agencies). “The strength of public education depends on our willingness to learn from one another, to lead together, and to stay focused on what matters most. That’s the power of association partnerships, and it’s how we move forward.”

Read more from Joan Wade on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/strengthening-public-education-through-partnership-6rf8e

Take learning beyond the classroom walls when you can. A simple change in setting can make a difference for students.

Teacher Appreciation Week is a celebration of the educators who bring kindness, wisdom and dedication into their classrooms and communities every day.

Teachers help students feel supported, inspired and capable of reaching their goals—and that impact lasts far beyond the classroom.

Thank you for all you do.

Graduation season is almost here! Let’s celebrate the dedication, growth and achievements of the !

A simple greeting can help set a positive tone for the entire day. Little things can make a big difference for students.

Public schools provide the opportunities that every child deserves.

Let's help build kids' healthy habits. Remember to schedule an annual wellness visit for your kids.

50 million reasons to support public schools--and every one of them matters.

Behind every thriving school is a strong principal—creating conditions for students to succeed. As L. Earl Franks, executive director of the National Association of Elementary School Principals reminds us, supporting principals is an investment in the future of public education.