Samuel Berck, math teacher at Rikers Island
Manhattan Parent Conference 2025
More than 100 parents and community members gathered at UFT headquarters on Oct. 25 for the UFT’s annual Manhattan parent conference. Attendees learned about first aid and emergency preparedness, trained to become IEP (Individualized Education Program) parent members and spread the word about the rights of immigrant students and their families.
Labor Parade 2025
More than 1,000 UFT members turned out in a powerful display of union pride as they marched up Fifth Avenue on Sept. 6 for New York City’s annual Labor Parade. Members paraded in solidarity with thousands of other unionists across the city, on foot, by float or atop a double-decker bus.
Homing in on learning
Harlem Week
A ‘hidden’ jewel
UFT’s large and diverse ‘family’
UFTWF Day at the University
Register to attend the 31st annual Day at the University at UFT headquarters. Enjoy a day of educational, thought-provoking and entertaining lectures. A variety of special guests will discuss art, history, music, politics and more.
Lunar New Year Banquet 2025
Nearly 300 UFT members and friends packed a restaurant in Manhattan’s Chinatown on Feb. 28 to celebrate the Year of the Snake at the UFT Asian American Heritage Committee’s annual Lunar New Year Banquet.