The union urges its members to take the UFT's survey Nov. 2 through Nov. 10. An independent third-party will conduct the survey, which will question members about their goals, concerns and priorities as new contract negotiations approach. There is...

Chapter Leader Thelma Thompson of PS 123 in Manhattan is being lauded for not only diligently keeping her colleagues informed of their contractual rights, but also for tackling projects that help students thrive.

A new District 75 teacher in Queens reveals the beauty of working in a 12:1:1 setting, and shares the importance of pivoting when needed – over forcing a lesson – to allow for structured student self-regulation like deep breathing, calming music or...

First-year teachers who have not had prior teaching experience are entitled to one-to-one mentoring. Find out all you need to know about making the most of this time set aside for you to receive confidential and nonevaluative support.

Hundreds of UFT members in all five boroughs and on Long Island participated in the Strides walks on the last two Sundays in October, raising money and awareness in support of breast cancer research and the fight for a cure.

UFT members and their families celebrate the Moon Festival with the UFT Asian American Heritage Committee, enjoying a day of crafts, food and fun.

All across the city on Oct. 14, UFT members donned pink shirts, pants, shoes and assorted flair to celebrate breast cancer survivors, pay tribute to loved ones who have died from the disease and raise awareness about the importance of early detection...

Members and attendees at the UFT's Invitational Golf Outing enjoyed making friends while hitting the links and raised over $75,000 for the UFT Disaster Relief Fund.

UFT members joined the UFT Italian American Heritage Committee to mark the 100th Feast of San Gennaro in Little Italy and network with colleagues over a few slices of New York pizza at the landmark Caffe Palermo, home to the “Cannoli King,” owner...

Educators across the city brought some 400 students to the UFT Middle Schools Division’s annual Anti-Bullying Conference on Oct. 15. Students learned strategies for preventing and addressing bullying to implement in their school communities.

Rain did nothing to dampen the spirits of UFT members who turned out on Sept. 20 to march with the UFT African Heritage Committee as the union made its inaugural appearance in Harlem’s historic African American Day Parade.

Queens teacher Johanna McNeal shares how a crafted ballot box in her classroom can teach pre-K and kindergarten students vocabulary, math as well as the importance of voting.

The UFT's 1,600 school-based union leaders held "teach-ins" across the city this week to engage educators in upcoming contract negotiations.

The United Federation of Teachers today urged the New York State Supreme Court to dismiss a mayoral lawsuit that seeks to block a one-time $10,000 payment to public school paraprofessionals.

The UFT will promote member conversations to destigmatize sexual violence and lobby in conjunction with NYSUT to pass New York State Senate Bill S.54‑A.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement after Gov. Hochul announced New York State's participation in the Trump administration's school voucher program.

Winter may be around the corner, but fall is here now, in all its glory. This is a great time to lean into the cozy — the colorful leaves, warm sweaters and hot drinks — while finding comfort, connection and joy in the present moment.

UFT Vice President Mary Vaccaro delivered testimony before the City Council on examining the risks posed by artificial intelligence.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement upon the release of the Trump administration's federal private school voucher regulations.

Mary Vaccaro, Vice President for Education, Janella Hinds, Vice President for Academic High Schools and Leo Gordon, Vice President for Career and Technical Education Schools, submitted testimony before the City Council on New York State’s Portrait of...

Hundreds of New Yorkers from labor, parent, education and civil rights groups urged Gov. Hochul to reject President Trump's taxpayer-funded private school voucher program.

UFT Vice President Mary Vaccaro delivered testimony before the City Council on examining screen time and the use of digital devices in New York City Public Schools.

UFT members have valuable rights and a voice in their professional lives. This FAQ provides important information about how to utilize UFT membership to its fullest.

Arranging your classroom in a way that works for you and your students is an important first step toward a successful year. Veteran teachers share ideas and tips on help you set up your classroom — whether for the very first time or as part of a...

The UFT Welfare Fund’s New Retiree Luncheon will be held Tuesday, Nov. 17, inside Shanker Hall at UFT Headquarters,

Students accustomed to texting are in need of readjustment to classroom norms after a summer away.

The Teacher’s Choice program will again reimburse UFT-represented educators for some of their out-of-pocket expenses for supplemental instructional supplies and materials of their choice.

Meet Elizabeth Del Rosario and learn all about her role as a high school discipline dean at the High School for Environmental Studies in midtown Manhattan.

Effective communication fosters positive relationships among educators' colleagues and with their students. It encourages teamwork and collaboration, and it helps all to thrive. Learn the building blocks of good communication.


UFT Vice President Anne Goldman urges the public to understand that health care professionals are first and foremost patient advocates, and that the best patient outcomes are achieved when qualified health care professionals have all the resources...

The salaries of UFT-represented employees will increase by 3.5% effective Sept. 14 as part of the 2022-2027 DOE-UFT contract that was ratified in 2023.

The UFT says a 6-point drop in overall ELA test scores by city public schoolchildren points to an "incompetent" implementation by the city DOE of new reading intervention programs, and the union is demanding reforms.

UFT members are among the rare 20% of US workers entitled to a traditional pension. The defined-benefit pension enjoyed by UFT members is the gold standard of retirement plans, guaranteeing the same amount each month throughout one’s retirement...

A listing of dates and times of the meetings of the Retired Teachers Chapter for the 2026-27 school year

Learn what the 2026 cost of living increase will be for retired educators and other public employees beginning with their September New York State pension checks.