Events calendar

Save the date for the UFT's monthly Delegate Assembly. UFT President Michael Mulgrew will give a report on the issues the union is facing this school year.  

The course will examine cultural and language development factors that impact the achievement of students learning English as a new language. Participants will explore research-based pedagogical practices that can be used to design instruction that meets the needs of English Language Learners. Special emphasis will be placed on student empowerment and agency through inclusive environments and assessments. Participants will be required to complete a paper, midterm quiz and final project.

Earn one hour CTLE credit  with the UFT Teacher Center. Lunar New Year is a time of celebration for millions across the world! Join us to learn about the diversity of experiences that come along with this joyous holiday, the history of Lunar New Year in the United States, and how we can bring these experiences into the K-8 classroom! The lesson plans provided will be geared toward grades K-8.

We are excited to invite you to our next chapter meeting! We’ll share important union updates and discuss current issues impacting our chapter.

The UFT's annual Black History Month film series will run from Thursday, Jan. 29, to Thursday, Feb. 26, this school year. The theme is "Echoes of Resilience: Stories of Heritage and Struggle." From the preserved traditions of the Gullah Geechee people to the frontlines of health care activism and personal battles for identity and survival, these films celebrate the enduring power of our community. Each screening will be followed by a guided discussion.  Join this session to view the film Can You Stand the Rain.

Come to an online workshop on how to properly diaper children to maintain a safe and sanitary environment, and how to help them with their personal hygiene when they go to the bathroom. UFT Health and Safety expert Jennifer Long will teach us everything we need to know.

Register to attend an online CTLE workshop for elementary educators. Discover how to build young children's understanding of their community, cultural background and historical connections. Learn engaging, history-based activities that foster critical thinking and inspire children to imagine past and future possibilities. You'll leave with fresh ideas and practical tools to make social studies exciting and meaningful for young learners. Participants will earn two hours of CTLE credit. 

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.

You're invited to a workshop on sabbaticals to learn about the application process and guidelines. Find out all you need to know about this union benefit and get your questions answered. Pedagogues, school secretaries, lab assistants, psychologists and social workers with 14 or more years of full-time appointed service are eligible.

Queens UFT members are invited to register for the next UFT Queens wellness series session. Slow down and reconnect with your body through mindful breathing and supportive chair-based yoga poses. We will explore techniques to soothe the nervous system, improve posture and reduce stress. Give your body the kindness it deserves and leave feeling lighter and more balanced.

Bronx chapter leaders and delegates are invited to register for an upcoming school safety workshop. Join Corrine Barros, a UFT health and safety representative, for an online workshop about workplace safety procedures. She will share updates on school safety and answer your questions.

The UFT's Brooklyn borough office, in partnership with the New York Immigration Coalition, invites parents and community members to attend a know-your-rights workshop about supporting immigrant, multilingual and newcomer families. We will discuss immigrant rights in school and community settings, safe schools policy, how to interact with immigration enforcement and how to access city and community-based services.

Schools will reopen on Monday, Feb. 23. 

Earn one hour CTLE credit  with the UFT Teacher Center. Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communities have played active roles throughout U.S. history, yet their narratives and contributions are often overlooked. When included in the curriculum, these stories are frequently taught in isolation, with little attention paid to the moments of cross-cultural solidarity and collective struggle alongside other communities. This workshop seeks to bridge that gap by equipping educators and students with historical context, shared narratives, and tools to teach AAPI history through a lens of connection and solidarity.

Earn one hour CTLE credit  with the UFT Teacher Center.  Join The Asian American Education Project for a live, virtual workshop. This interactive session will explore the pivotal role Asian Americans have played in shaping U.S. history, particularly in the realm of citizenship and immigration. Participants will delve into the landmark case of United States v. Wong Kim Ark, which secured birthright citizenship under the Fourteenth Amendment. The workshop will also highlight the powerful story of Tereza Lee, often recognized as the first "DREAMer," whose experience helped ignite a national conversation on undocumented youth and immigration reform. Educators will leave with a deeper understanding of these narratives as well as ready-to-use lesson plans and classroom materials.