Advocacy
The leading voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill.
51萝莉 advocates for equitable access to the highest quality public education for all students.
The goal of 51萝莉 advocacy is to influence federal education policy and legislation through the collective efforts of 51萝莉 members across the country.
51萝莉鈥檚 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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August 25, 2025
ED Issues New Guidance on Equitable ServicesThe U.S. Department of Education issued a 鈥淒ear Colleague鈥� letter that outlines responsibilities of States and districts in providing services to students and teachers in private schools.
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August 21, 2025
GUEST POST: New UndauntedK12 Resources for Infrastructure InvestmentsThis guest post from UndauntedK12 showcases new resources to help schools make sense of the new federal budget reconciliation bill and implications for clean energy projects at schools.
Latest Advocacy & Policy Resources
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July 16, 2025
School Law Under the Microscope: Outcomes of the U.S. Supreme Court Decisions Affecting K-12 EducationType:Webinar Recording Topics: Advocacy & Policy Legal MattersInsightful webinar exploring the latest and most significant U.S. Supreme Court cases affecting K-12 public education. -
April 10, 2025
鈥淟ow Trust鈥� and 鈥淗igh Trust鈥� Accountability in England and U.S.: Part of the Problem or Part of the Solution?Type:Article Topics: Access & Opportunity Advocacy & Policy Curriculum & Assessment Leadership DevelopmentThis article highlights international collaboration on trust-based accountability systems, drawing insights from high-performing U.K. schools to strengthen instructional culture and equity in education.
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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