As we head toward the April recess, I want to thank all of you for doing your job so well. I’m aware that we don’t often receive recognition for the work we do.

We've had an exciting school year so far! Although it has been challenging at times, I encourage you to take a moment to celebrate all the victories we've had along the way.

It is with great pleasure I bring to you our chapter’s spring newsletter. With the incoming UPK Nurse and Therapy Supervisors, our chapter is growing and our members are increasing the services we provide to NYC’s children.

The Jewish Labor Committee Educators' Chapter and the UFT Jewish Heritage Committee held their annual Passover Labor Seder on April 12.

District 24 educators gathered to celebrate the accomplishments of students and staff at Russo's on the Bay on April 12.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew visited the Young Women's Leadership School of Jamaica and Hillcrest HS in Queens on April 12 to speak with members about the Friedrichs case, building strong union chapters, upcoming changes to certification requirements and more.

Read newsletters from our parent-community liaisons in each borough from the 2015-16 school year.

Read newsletters from our parent-community liaisons in each borough from the 2016-17 school year.

Read newsletters from our borough and citywide parent newsletters.

All paraprofessionals should understand that lunchroom supervision is not a para’s responsibility.