June 2022 stipends for chapter leaders

Chapter leaders are the backbone of the UFT. It is you who have helped members navigate this challenging school year, reported and resolved safety and operational issues at the school level; and motivated and mobilized members into the powerful force that we are. All chapter leaders received a base stipend earlier in the school year but chapter leaders who qualify will receive a second stipend check at the end of June to show our appreciation for participating in union activities and spurring member engagement.

You will receive points for having 100% union membership; holding regular chapter meetings and consultation meetings with the principal; attending the Delegate Assembly and district representative meetings; encouraging members to participate in COPE; logging in to the new Chapter Leader Hub; and, having active school-based committees. You will receive an additional payment ranging from $250 to $1,000 based on the number of points you accrued this school year from your leadership efforts.

Union membership

Percent of new members in your school chapter who have joined the UFT by May 1

100%: 5 points
96 - 99: 4 points
90 - 95: 3 points

School Consultations

The number of school consultation meetings you have held this year, as indicated by the submission of consultation committee reports to the union

6 = 5 points
7 to 8 = 6 points
9 = 7 points

Delegate Assemblies

Attendance at Delegate Assembly meetings this school year

Everyone will get 7 points, the maximum

COPE

Percentage of your school chapter's membership that contribute to COPE

50-59%: 3 points
60-69%: 4 points
70-79%: 5 points
80-89%: 6 points
90-100%: 7 points

DR Meetings

Participation at district rep meetings this school year, as reported by your district rep

6: 5 points
7 to 8: 6 points
9: 7 points

Chapter Leader Hub

Logging in to hub: 3 points

Calculation of June 2022 stipend

Total points scale:

15 to 19 points: $250
20 to 24 points: $500
25 to 27 points: $750
28+ points: $1,000