The United Federation of Teachers

For Immediate Release

UFT President Randi Weingarten on the resignation of Debbie Almontaser: August 10, 2007

Aug 10, 2007 3:48 PM

“We respect Ms. Almontaser’s decision to resign to allow the Khalil Gibran International Academy to go forward with its educational mission. Getting a new school up and running is challenging under the best of circumstances, and the controversy surrounding her was a distraction that kept concerned parents and educators from focusing on the benefits and potential of this dual-language school. Ms. Almontaser has a reputation for being a caring and dedicated educator, and we hope she will continue to work for the benefit of children.”