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I no longer want to contribute to COPE. How do I opt-out?
Mail or fax a paper stating you would like to cancel your COPE contribution. The request should include your Name, Member ID# or File# and most recent mailing address. Once we receive the request, it is processed and sent to the City. Once processed...
How do I sign up for an information session about the Student Debt Relief program?
We have a page right on our website that lists all the upcoming sessions and a link to register: http://www.uft.org/our-benefits/student-debt-relief-program
Do I qualify for student debt relief? Do I need to consolidate my loans?
All individual questions about eligibility, requirements, and options need to be handled through a phone consultation with a loan specialist. First, sign up for an information session about our Student Debt Relief program to get the process started...
What is the student debt relief program?
The Student Debt Relief program is a special members-only program to help you navigate the federal public service loan forgiveness program and the federal Title 1 forgiveness program. We have partnered with an outside firm so that our members have...
Can my husband/wife participate/attend a workshop/make an appointment to learn more about the Student Debt Relief program?
Only if they are also UFT members, as the Student Debt Relief program is exclusive to our members.
How do I sign up for a phone appointment to speak to someone about the Student Debt Relief program?
Once you attend an information session, you will receive an email that allows you to register. To sign up for an information session, go to: http://www.uft.org/our-benefits/student-debt-relief-program
Can I get an in-person phone consultation about the Student Debt Relief program?
Yes. You can email StudentDebtRelief [at] uft [dot] org (StudentDebtRelief[at]uft[dot]org) and make that request.
What is the Peer Intervention Program (PIP)?
The UFT’s Partners in Progress: Peer Intervention Program (PIP) allows you to receive confidential one-on-one help from highly experienced, specially selected colleagues who will create individualized professional development plans with you to...
How can I request help from the Peer Intervention Program (PIP)?
You can apply by using our online form. PIP is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and is located at 50 Broadway, 15th Floor, NY, NY, 10004. Summer hours are from 9 a.m. to 5:15 p.m. Monday through Thursday. If you have any questions...
Who should apply to the Peer Intervention Program (PIP)?
Tenured teachers who are having trouble because of supervisors’ evaluations, formal warnings, or Ineffective/U ratings should apply. PIP also works with teachers who have not been rated as Ineffective or U-rated who are seeking to take charge of...