AFPENC NEWS

The following letter is from AFT President Weingarten:  The horrific shooting of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis, followed by ICE activity at schools and the unjust ICE detention of an AFT member and use of pepper spray on school property where students and teachers were gathered, has understandably shaken our members and our communities. Moments like this test whether institutions protect people—or put them at risk. Our union is clear: Schools should be places of learning

December 16, 2025 Dear Members, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!  It’s been a difficult decade for public schools, but AFPENC is excited about the future of our organization and the potential to change the landscape of public education in North Carolina. In January, we will host our annual meeting and share more information and the finalized bylaws at the beginning of the month.  The Executive Board and I will address our goals, and members will vote on the updated bylaws a

AFPENC President, Joanna Loftis, has been in touch with AFT national to alert them to the horrible ICE situation in Charlotte. Below are resources from AFT that you can use or share with your colleagues and school communities!     In addition, Joanna is working with AFT to hold a webinar that will allow members and others to ask questions and seek advice from experts. Continue doing all you can for our students and families! AFT has developed several immigration-related resou