Doreen Maniscalco was a UFT member for over 30 years, working as a teacher in various elementary schools on Staten Island.

Lorraine Riddick was a paraprofessional at PS 308 in Brooklyn.

Heather Purcell was a UFT member for 30 years, working extensively with special needs children.

Vincent Jones taught at the Satellite Academy High School, at the Forsyth Street campus.

Jacqueline Sills was a UFT member for 41 years, most recently as the dean at PS 721 in Brooklyn working with special needs students.

Helene R. Sacher taught English language learners in District 10 in the Bronx and was a UFT member for 47 years.

Jacqueline Diaz-Olive was a dedicated paraprofessional for District 12 in the Bronx for over 35 years.

Mary Lopez was a UFT member for 30 years, teaching English language learners in the Bronx.

Gina Silverstein began her teaching career at PS 153 in Maspeth, Queens, at the age of 19. She taught there for over 40 years before retiring.

Phyllis Frishberg was a UFT member for 20 years, most recently as a school secretary in Brooklyn.