Events calendar
Featured Events
- Marches and parades | 4:00 pm
| Barnes & Noble
Union members in Minneapolis–St. Paul recently issued a call to show nationwide solidarity on Jan. 23 after a brutal ICE operation there led to the killing of Renee Nicole Good, a Minneapolis substitute teacher, and the targeting of students, educators and immigrant communities in and around local schools. In response, 90% of UFT delegates overwhelmingly adopted an emergency resolution to join the “Day of Truth and Freedom,” Jan. 23, in solidarity with educators, students and immigrant communities in Minnesota. The UFT is signing on to the Stand with Minneapolis march. We are joining with 1199SEIU, 32BJ, PSC-CUNY, Teamsters and more to march from Union Square to Bryant Park. Now we need to demonstrate our unity — visibly and collectively.
- Celebration | 7:00 pm
| Antun's
Register for the 23rd annual UFT African Heritage Committee Awards Dinner Dance. This special evening brings the community together to celebrate and honor committee awardees while enjoying an atmosphere of culture, connection, and appreciation.
- Conference | 7:30 am - 2:45 pm
| New York Hilton
Please join the UFT and your fellow paraprofessionals from across the city at this year’s Paraprofessionals Awards Luncheon. Our premier annual event for paraprofessionals features breakfast, CTLE workshops, a festival with games and prizes, a bag of wellness freebies and a luncheon.
- Conference | 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
| UFT Headquarters
Save the date for the 2026 UFT Early Childhood Conference. Attend day of creativity, growth, discovery and collaboration as we shape the future of education for our youngest learners. Welcoming educators serving 3-K, pre-K, K, 1st grade and 2nd grade, this event offers an opportunity to earn four CTLE hours from relevant workshops, hear from an inspiring keynote speaker and meet with colleagues from across the city. Registration will be available shortly.
- Meeting | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Online
Register to attend a meeting for UFT District 12 paraprofessional representatives. At this meeting, Bronx paraprofessional borough coordinator Edgar Irizarry will address concerns and share updates on the latest chapter news.
- Workshop | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Online
District 30 members are invited to register for a workshop with Andre Rodriguez, UFT Queens educational liaison. At this training, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the tenure process, including its requirements and timeline, and learn valuable insights into certification requirements.
- Workshop | 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm | PS/MS 7
Register for a workshop to empower all District 4 members seeking tenure. Come hear from the District 4 UFT representative and District 4 superintendent about how to prepare a tenure binder. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and prepare for the tenure process. All probationary educators regardless of years of service or title are welcome to attend.
- Meeting | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | UFT Brooklyn Borough Office
This meeting is for chapter leaders, paraprofessional representatives and delegates serving District 75 in Brooklyn. Join UFT District 75 Representative David Doorga to discuss issues and updates relevant to District 75, to Brooklyn and to your school.
- Workshop | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Hybrid (In Person & Virtual)
Parents and caregivers are invited to register for the first event in a new hybrid special education workshop series presented by Steven Mintzer, the UFT Liaison to the Division of Inclusive and Accessible Learning. At these four free workshops, we'll discuss topics pertinent to parents and caregivers of children with disabilities with the goal to empower you to advocate for your child.
- Workshop | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Online
Are you preparing to welcome a new child into your life? The UFT is here to help. Register for one of our upcoming Pathways to Parenthood workshops and learn all you need to know about your parental leave benefits as a UFT member.
- Other | 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Staten Island borough office
Staten Island UFT members are invited to register for one or all of our upcoming yoga classes. The cost to attend is only $1 per class! Take a break for yourself — join our yoga classes to boost your energy, ease stress and feel your best this school year!
- Meeting | 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm | Online
UFT Women's Rights Committee members are invited to register for the committee's monthly meeting. Your active participation and valuable insights are essential to the success of the UFT Women's Rights Committee
- Workshop | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | UFT Staten Island Borough Office
Register for an in-person UFT workshop for school-based members in Staten Island to learn how they can safeguard and support their immigrant students and families as the federal government intensifies its deportation efforts. Participants will leave with resources to share with their school communities.
- Workshop | 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm | Online
If you are a UFT District 17 probationary teacher, social worker, psychologist, school counselor or school secretary, this session is for you. District 17 Superintendent Shenean Lindsay and I will walk you through the tenure process, outlining expectations, clearing up confusion and ensuring you know exactly how to prepare. We will also be joined by Miriam Quiles and Thomas Pascarella, UFT educational liaisons, who will provide guidance on the tenure process and on your rights as a probationary employee.
- Meeting | 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Online
Register to attend a meeting for all school secretaries citywide. Get updates about your chapter and discuss what’s going on in your school communities.
- Meeting | 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm | Online
The UFT Pension Department invites you to a workshop to learn about retirement benefits for paraprofessionals.
- Meeting | 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm | Online
Register for attend a meeting for paraprofessionals working in District 31 and paraprofessionals working in District 75 schools on Staten Island. At this meeting, UFT Staten Island paraprofessional borough coordinator Ann Marie Toro will discuss the NYCE PPO plan with guest speaker Joseph Usatch from the UFT Welfare Fund.
- Meeting | 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm | Online
Queens chapter leaders and delegates working in elementary schools are invited to register for an online safety meeting. Come learn strategies, tips and tricks for our early childhood students who may need extra support from school staff in the general education setting.
- Workshop | 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm | Online
Register for an online special education training for Queens UFT members. The session will review key topics relevant to your special education committee and cover how to advocate through your consultation committee and school leadership team.