The only valid reason for amending an IEP after an annual review is to better address the student’s individual needs. Amendments must be made with the student’s best interests in mind, not for administrative or logistical reasons.

Move-to-Improve is a free classroom-based physical activity program that helps elementary school teachers in district public schools enhance their lessons by integrating physical activity into academic instruction to get students moving.

CookShop, the federally funded nutrition education program of the Food Bank For New York City, helps children, teens and adults develop the nutrition knowledge and cooking skills to make healthy food choices on a limited budget, and fosters...

Information on how to operate a fire extinguisher, emergency phone numbers, safety inspections, and more.

Learn about the health and wellness programs the UFT supports with our partners and about our partners in promoting the health of our students, colleagues and communities.

In addition to the programs that constitute the UFT’s Healthy Schools, Healthy Communities initiative, the union supports a number of other health and wellness programs in New York City schools, including Breakfast in the Classroom, Wellness Awards...

Archive of school counselor chapter newsletters.

Make sure you're registered on UFT.org so you don't miss important chapter news and union updates.

Make sure you're registered on UFT.org so you don't miss important chapter news and union updates.

Information for family child care providers about fire safety, preventing child abuse, and Department of Health regulations.

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The UFT RTC strongly opposes the Republican budget proposals including the privatization of Medicare.

Review minutes and agenda items from previous RTC membership meetings here.

Speech Improvement Chapter Newsletters

Fifty years have passed since the UFT was first founded and secured collective-bargaining rights for New York City’s public school educators. Speaking with a single voice for members, parents and children, the UFT quickly became a true champion of...

The following discounts are paid advertising. The appearance of these ads does not imply any endorsement by or connection with the United Federation of Teachers or NYSUT.

The UFT’s pension clinic series is designed for you members who are thinking of retiring in a year or two. It is a mini-course on your retirement benefits. This page lists the dates and locations for the upcoming clinics.

Access important information about your benefits as a member of the Federation of Nurses/UFT.

Information about Touro University courses offered in conjunction with the UFT Course Program.

Learn more about opportunties through NYIT.

Learn about opportunties offered through Mercy University.

ALL MASTER’S DEGREE PROGRAMS Descriptions of master’s degree programs have been provided to the UFT Course Program by the collaborating colleges or universities. Any problem, issues or concerns regarding this information or your academic status must...

Answers to several common questions the UFT Course Program receives about credit for programs.

As another school year comes to a close, we as school counselors reflect on the crucial role we play in helping our students achieve their personal best in the academic, social/personal and career domains. Our efforts as student advocates and school...

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