Press Releases
Statement by UFT President Michael Mulgrew about spread of coronavirus
UFT President Michael Mulgrew said that all options to stop the spread of the coronavirus should now be on the table in light of the troubling reports that the union received about possible new cases in schools.
UFT statement on postponing/rescheduling union events due to coronavirus
The UFT announced today that as part of its rescheduling and/or postponement of major union-sponsored gatherings, it would not be taking 1,000 members to Albany on March 16 for the union’s annual Lobby Day.
UFT statement on New York State coronavirus school closing policy
UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the state's newly released policy on school closings related to the coronavirus.
UFT charter school seeks to become a regular public school
The Board of Trustees of the UFT Charter High School in Brooklyn has voted to bring the school under the supervision of the city’s Department of Education as a regular public school, giving up its charter.
New state poll shows New Yorkers overwhelmingly favor higher taxes on the wealthy to deal with state budget deficit
A new survey conducted by the national polling firm Hart Research Associates shows that more than 90% of registered voters questioned across New York State are in favor of proposed new taxes on billionaires and ultra-millionaires, along with taxes on high-priced second homes.
Teachers mount statewide bus tour for increased school aid
As New York State faces tough budget challenges, the New York State United Teachers will bring its “Fund Our Future” statewide bus tour to two stops in New York City on Friday, Jan. 24.