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Donate a toy to a deserving child
Help bring the joy of the holiday season to New York City public school students this year. Learn how you can donate a toy or a make a monetary contribution to the UFT's annual toy drive.
A Day of Action for smaller class sizes
Educators at schools across the city participated in a Day of Action at their schools on Dec. 1 and 2 to encourage City Council Speaker Corey Johnson to bring the bill that would lower NYC class sizes to a vote.
A place to veg out
A school garden helps students at PS 13 in Staten Island learn about plants and counting, but also serves as a meditation garden, where everyone can get some sun, fresh air and a boost to their social and emotional well-being.
Union Rights and Benefits
Salary
UFT members earn pay increases based on experience thanks to the bargaining power of the union.
Pension
A defined-benefit pension will provide guaranteed monthly payments from the day you retire for the rest of your life.
Contracts
Through the strength of collective bargaining, the union has negotiated contracts that protect the rights of its members.
UFT TV ad honoring school communities
The UFT has launched a TV ad campaign honoring the work that New York City public school educators, parents and students have done together during the pandemic. The spot, “We Get It,” will run from Dec. 7 to Dec. 16 on broadcast and cable TV and streaming services.
#UnionProud
"When I became a full-time teacher, my salary did not reflect my prior experience. The UFT helped me file a grievance...
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"I was able to reduce my student loan debt by $17,500 with help from the UFT. It’s a very nice glimmer in this dark time...
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"I had to be sure the classroom was safe. It was becoming a dangerous situation until the UFT stepped in...
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