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Manhattan Parent Newsletter - Nov. 25, 2016

This is the Nov. 25 issue of the Manhattan parent newsletter.

Staten Island Parent Newsletter - Nov. 25, 2016

This is the Nov. 25 issue of the Staten Island parent newsletter.

New Retiree Luncheon 2016

More than 800 new retirees celebrated their retirement at a UFT luncheon in their honor at the New York Hilton on Nov. 22.

Science vs. Stuff you believe anyway

Guidance on providing mandated services and absence coverage in ICT classes

In accordance with federal law, the programs and services in a student’s IEP — which may include special education programs (e.g. Integrated Co-Teaching (ICT) classes) — are legally mandated.

Clarification regarding our workday

Email sent to school social workers and psychologists on Nov. 21 regarding work time.

Day of Action to defend students 2016

Every child, regardless of ethnic background, gender identity, faith or immigration status, has the right to feel safe in our city and especially inside our schools.  We come together to affirm that our schools are safe havens for learning and to demonstrate our commitment to our students and their families. 

UFT Queens Parent Conference 2016

About 450 parents attended the seventh annual Queens Parent conference, co-sponsored once again by the Chinese American Parent Student Council of New York City. The daylong event, at the Sheridan LaGuardia East Hotel, was a busy day of workshops, speeches and networking.

Fostering tolerance in our schools

Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña sent the following email to educators in the New York City public schools. Dear Educators, Ensuring inclusive learning environments for all students is our collective priority and responsibility. The outcome of the...

Federation of Nurses/UFT Professional Issues Conference 2016

Members of the Federation of Nurses/UFT attended the chapter’s annual Professional Issues Conference at the Westin New York Grand Central on Nov. 18–19. UFT Vice President for Non-DOE Members Anne Goldman, who is Federation’s leader, told attendees that their advocacy has resulted in improved health care for patients around New York City.