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I don’t have an air-conditioned classroom. Are there actions my school must take if the temperature in my room gets too hot?
A new state law took effect on Sept. 1, 2025 that establishes maximum allowable temperatures in classrooms and support service spaces like offices, libraries, gyms and cafeterias (except kitchen areas used for food preparation). All schools must now...
My teacher certification is expiring. What action should I take? How do I apply for an extension?
If your certification is expiring you need to do the following: You will need to apply for the appropriate certificate through your Teach account. You will need to complete an OT 37 Verification of Paid Experience Form and submit to your Human...
What is a sustainability coordinator? What responsibilities does a sustainability coordinator have?
Per Chancellor's Regulation A-850, all DOE facilities and schools report on sustainability practices to emphasize the importance of sustainability, to create a culture that accepts fiscal responsibility for sustainability goals, to enhance building...
What is the HCFSA Program/Flexible Spending Account and how can it help with medical expenses? What is this?
The HCFSA is a flexible spending account for health care expenses. Here is how the HCFSA Program works: First, you contribute before-tax dollars into your HCFSA account via automatic payroll deductions. Next, in order to receive reimbursement, you...
I applied for tenure last year and haven't been told by my administration whether or not it was granted. Is there a way to confirm whether or not I've received tenure?
If you haven't otherwise been informed, the number and type of observations you receive will change once you are tenured. If tenure was granted, you would be assigned a minimum of two informal observations as part of your yearly teacher evaluation...
How can I renew my school parking permit? What are the deadlines to do so?
Members can apply for parking permit renewals through the DOE’s parking permit self-service portal when it opens each September through early October (the portal works best in Google Chrome). Deadlines to renew vary each year, but they are usually in...
How can I change my city health plan and enroll in a different plan?
A Health Benefits Transfer Period for city employees, such as DOE staff, is held once each year, usually in November. During this period, all employees may transfer from their current health plan to any other plan for which they are eligible, or they...
How can I contribute to COPE?
The simplest way to contribute to COPE is by signing a payroll deduction form, which pledges you to pay a specified amount of your choice each month to the COPE fund; typically members contribute at least $5 per month. You can also enroll online...
How can I change my COPE contribution?
You can fill out a new COPE contribution form either online or in print and then return your completed form to your chapter leader. The most recent submitted amount will take precedence. COPE enrollment form for in-service members COPE enrollment...
What services does the UFT Mental Health Helpline provide? When should I call the UFT Mental Health Helpline?
For immediate help 24/7, in multiple languages. When in need of mental health assistance after normal business hours, on weekends or on holidays. Finding someone to speak with, in the language you feel most comfortable in, to help manage life’s...