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I suspect these 72 schools in the class-size pilot program are some of the lowest performing with some of the biggest obstacles. One obstacle may or may not be class size. The city Department of Education will pilot this program, most of the 72...

New York City Council leaders on July 29 introduced a bill that would limit classroom capacity as a public health measure to ensure better ventilation and reduce the possibility of viral spread.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew testified before the New York City Council Committee on Education regarding Fall 2021 school reopening protocols

The United Federation of Teachers today charged that New York City’s recent unilateral imposition of a “no exceptions” COVID vaccine mandate for all educators violates federal and state law and the teachers’ contract.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued the following statement responding to the release of the DOE's Health and Safety plan which details its COVID-19 regulations and protocols for the 2021-22 school year.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued the following statement responding to the announcement that all DOE employees will be required to receive at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by Sept. 27.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued the following statement responding to the news that New York State Lieutenant Governor Kathy Hochul will assume the role of Governor of New York upon the resignation of Andrew Cuomo, effective August 24, 2021.

City Council Education Committee Chair Mark Treyger introduced a public health measure today that would update the city’s Administrative Code, raising the minimum per person classroom space to 35 square feet per student from the current 20 square...

The UFT issued a response to Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement that all city workers will be required by Sept. 13 to either be vaccinated or participate in weekly COVID-19 testing and be fully masked in the workplace.

We want to create classrooms that acknowledge the diverse talents, gifts, and learning styles of each and every student. The entire point is to ensure that the materials used better reflect the myriad of identities contained in each school and...

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the New York State Board of Regents' decision to reject plans by four New York City charter schools to join together and open a new high school.

A literacy initiative that focuses on getting students reading on grade level by 3rd grade is the top priority of the city’s Academic Recovery Plan unveiled on July 8 by Mayor Bill de Blasio. The plan details exactly how the city will spend $630...

UFT President Michael Mulgrew's statements on New York City's Academic Recovery Plan, which was announced on July 8, 2021 by Mayor de Blasio.

The Absent Teacher Reserve pool — an initiative that wasted both teacher talent and taxpayer funds — is coming to an end. Its demise is long overdue.

Members of the Absent Teacher Reserve (ATR) who have positive ratings will fill regular assignments in September in schools where they are needed.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement that there would be no remote learning option for students in September 2021.

The city has to show all parents that the public schools this fall are not just safe, but are also the best place their kids can be.

The Delegate Assembly of the United Federation of Teachers, the union’s highest policy-making body, today endorsed City Council Speaker Corey Johnson in the Democratic primary race for City Comptroller, and former State Deputy Attorney General Alvin...

Every year, we ask you to nominate a colleague who does outstanding work. During this challenging and unusual school year, we wanted to highlight a therapist who has provided outstanding in-person and tele-therapy. Here's a conversation with our...

The Delegate Assembly of the United Federation of Teachers, the union’s highest decision-making body, endorsed Scott Stringer for mayor.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the state's adoption of new Centers for Disease Control guidelines that permit schools to reduce social distancing between students from six feet to three feet.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement regarding changes to the COVID-related school building closure policy.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement that the city would eliminate the rule that requires a school building to close when two unrelated cases of COVID-19 are reported in the building.

Four candidates for the June Democratic primary — Eric Adams, Scott Stringer, Maya Wiley and Andrew Yang — have been invited to take part in the final mayoral forum sponsored by the United Federation of Teachers.

The UFT called on the city and the state to adopt a five-point plan to deal with the impact of COVID-19 on public school students, including earmarking more than $1 billion to address the psychological effects and academic learning losses in New York...

Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that high school buildings will reopen for in-person classes on Monday, March 22. High school staff with in-person assignments will report to their buildings on Thursday, March 18 and Friday, March 19 to set up for the...

Richard Carranza is resigning on March 15 after nearly three years as schools chancellor, city officials announced on Feb. 26. Meisha Ross Porter, the Bronx executive superintendent, will succeed him. She will be the first Black woman to hold the...

If you are summoned for an interview for the record that may lead to disciplinary action, you are entitled to union representation or representation by a school system employee.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the resignation of Schools Chancellor Richard Carranza.

The UFT released an update on the number of members who have been vaccinated.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the state Education Department's amended memo regarding in-school COVID-19 testing for students.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the state Education Department's announcement that it would revise a memo that barred schools from requiring parental consent for in-school COVID-19 testing of students.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement that middle schools will reopen for in-person learning on Feb. 25, 2021.

Approximately 17,000 teachers and other educators responded in the first 24 hours to the UFT survey by saying they were interested in getting the vaccine as soon as possible.

The following newsletter was sent to all social workers and psychologists from Chapter Leader Raul Garcia on Tuesday, Jan. 12.