CELEBRATING THE WOMEN LEADERS OF LAUSD
Education as a profession levels the playing field more than other professional careers. Thanks to teacher and administrator unions such as AALA, salaries and advancement schedules are transparent and...
View Article7 LESSONS FROM THE NATION’S BEST DISTRICT LEADERS
Education Week marked its 10th issue of "Leaders to Learn From" by publishing a companion article that lists the lessons learned which resonate with all of the leaders highlighted over the years. We...
View ArticleAALA’S SHINING STARS
Frontline school managers take lemons and make lemonade every day, without fail, with little or no recognition. This week, AALA is highlighting school leaders and schools that exemplify
View ArticleCAHN FELLOWS SHINE A BRIGHT LIGHT ON EXCELLENCE IN SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
Last week, Principal Nidia Castro was featured as a Cahn Fellow. This week, we are featuring Dr. Lisa Dachs-Ornelas.
View ArticleAALA REPRESENTATIVE ASSEMBLY ZOOM WITH SUPT. CARVALHO, APRIL 21, 2022
You are cordially invited to join your department caucus at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 21, 2022. The caucus gives level-alike members the opportunity to share and discuss issues and areas of concern...
View ArticleELEVATING AND INSPIRING SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
In the April 4th issue of the Update, Principal Lisa Dachs-Ornelas was featured as a Cahn Fellow. This week, we are featuring Principal Antoinette Cass.
View ArticleYES WE CAHN!
Last week, Principal Antoinette Cass was featured as a Cahn Fellow. This week, we are featuring Principal Christine Moore.
View ArticleENOUGH IS ENOUGH! WE CAN’T GO ON!
AALA President Nery Paiz addressed the School Board on Tuesday May 10th. He shared the frustration felt by many AALA members with the lack of support and transparency from their direct
View ArticleLEADERSHIP AT ITS BEST!
Two weeks ago, Principal Christine Moore was featured as a Cahn Fellow. This week, we are featuring Principal Andres Favela.
View ArticleEXEMPLARY LEADERSHIP
Last week, Principal Andres Favela was featured as a Cahn Fellow. This week, we are featuring Principal Paul Valanis from Angel’s Gate Continuation High School.
View ArticleRISING ABOVE THE CHALLENGES OF DAILY LIVING
As we move into graduation week, it is important to remember that not all students are blessed with a roof over their heads. While “unhoused” is le terme du jure, a more palatable word does not
View ArticleBREAKING NEWS-UPCOMING UNIT J NEGOTIATIONS
Unit J members are rightly wondering about the Unit J successor agreement. AALA is looking forward to the approaching Unit J Negotiations. The AALA Unit J is one of the few that expired on June 30,...
View ArticleWELCOME RETIREMENT CLASS OF 2022!
When you retire is such a personal decision. But once you decide to take the plunge, know that AALA welcomes you back with open arms! Once you are officially retired, AALA will mail you a letter...
View ArticleA YEAR IN THE MAKING – HERE’S TO 2022!
Dear Members, I want to thank you for the opportunity to have served you in my first year as president of the Associated Administrators of Los Angeles. It has been my sincere mission to build and...
View ArticleWELCOME BACK!
As we begin the 2022-2023 school year, AALA is committed to supporting the District’s implementation of the strategic plan and its five pillars. The heavy lifting to success will once again be on the...
View ArticleUNIT J MEMBERS SOUND OFF BEFORE NEGOTIATIONS
Last week, Unit J members in good standing were surveyed in preparation for upcoming bargaining sessions with the District. While members would ratify an agreement for a 5% raise, a vast majority of...
View ArticleTHE WHY TO ANNUAL MANDATED CHILD ABUSE AWARENESS TRAINING
It is that time once again. Time to ensure that ALL employees have completed the mandated child abuse awareness training (CAAT). Employees with an active SSO were auto-registered in the annual MyPLN...
View Article#IMAGINETHEPOSSIBILITIES
AALA members across the District made the trek to the Microsoft Theater on Monday afternoon to hear Superintendent Alberto Carvalho’s Opening of School’s address. If you missed it, here are some...
View ArticleGETTING TO YES WITHOUT SELLING THE FARM
Since 1991 AALA is the exclusive bargaining unit representing all certificated middle managers except confidential and personal service contract senior staff. As each collective bargaining agreement...
View ArticleKNOW YOUR RIGHTS!
The Associated Administrators of Los Angeles protects its members’ rights. This includes ensuring that members have proper representation during investigatory or disciplinary meetings. However the onus...
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