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Statement from American Federation of School Administrators (AFSA) President Mark Cannizzaro

In the first week of April, the White House released its proposed FY27 budget, outlining top line goals, selected program increases, and proposed eliminations.

“At the core of everything, we have to ground ourselves in the understanding that we’re working with children — and that leading with empathy must always come first.”
“I love building leaders, love to be part of a school that cultivates talent. My doctoral dissertation was about cultivating principal effectiveness and outcomes.”
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.
Kevin’s position in school food and nutrition services was serendipitous for someone who planned to spend many years in the corporate world.
During this special season, all of us at AFSA wish you and your families peace, joy, and continued success in 2026.
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.