Five exceptional students are beginning their college journeys with support from the American Federation of School Administrators (AFSA), which has awarded them the 2026 Diann Woodard S
Some students have lost their mother, while others live apart from her due to divorce, incarceration, military deployment, or other complex circumstances.
“As a principal, you’re everything to everyone,” Clarence says. “Our children are our most precious jewels. We have to treasure them. Students need leaders who are passionate about their growth and who hold themselves and other educators accountable.”
Hawthorne Avenue is one of several schools without a crossing guard this year as Newark and other cities in New Jersey and different states struggle to fill openings.
The scholarship applies to any year of study, from the freshman year of college through the last year of graduate school, including law school and medical school.
The impact of this proposal on educational equity, excellence and opportunity— from cradle to college and career — will be nothing short of transformative.
To combat health problems in children and to promote a healthier alternative to school lunch meals, Congress is moving to upgrade the school meal program in cafeterias across the country.
