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Member ‘grateful’ for UFT legal plan
The UFT legal plan was so helpful. I’m grateful for this service.
Class size isn’t the only challenge
I suspect these 72 schools in the class-size pilot program are some of the lowest performing with some of the biggest obstacles. One obstacle may or may not be class size. The city Department of Education will pilot this program, most of the 72...
Implementing culturally responsive education
Rather than just seeing them for what their scores say or what we unconsciously believe about them, we need to make sure that we as teachers are centering student voices and experiences in our curriculum and instruction.
Free assessment apps available
Online forms of classroom assessments can be huge timesavers for educators by providing quick data, instantly compiling student answers and even reducing the amount of grading.
Rolling up our sleeves once again
We are heading into another really tough school year. And once again, the mayor waited until the last minute to make major policy decisions regarding public schools.
Nurse staffing shortages remain a concern
UFT Vice President Anne Goldman, the head of the Federation of Nurses/UFT, writes that as hospitalizations rise, we again find ourselves in a battle for adequate staffing. Staffing ratios are the foundation for safe patient care.
Holding history in their hands
This Brooklyn teacher uses immersive, engaging lessons and storytelling techniques to bring the past to life for his middle school students.
From fidgeting to focusing
Sensory tools that have long helped special education students calm down and stay alert in the classroom are now helping general education students ease back into in-person learning.
Remembrance and resilience
It’s encouraging to remember how UFT members met the challenge of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks 20 years ago, as we continue to navigate the twists and turns of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mask up
Universal mask wearing is an essential part of keeping our school communities safe. New York City, thankfully, is doing its part.