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UFT’s Back-to-School 2015 TV ad

The UFT on Sept. 24 launched a new television ad campaign celebrating the diversity and success of New York City public schools. “We are the largest and most diverse school district in America,” says UFT President Michael Mulgrew “Sharing one goal...

PS 204: A 2015 School in Action

PS 204 was one of seven schools recognized at Teacher Union Day on Nov. 1, 2015 for standing out as one of the most dedicated and united in defending public schools from the governor's attacks in the spring.

PS 51: A 2015 School in Action

PS 51 was one of seven schools recognized at Teacher Union Day on Nov. 1, 2015 for standing out as one of the most dedicated and united in defending public schools from the governor's attacks in the spring.

PS 161: A 2015 School in Action

PS 161 was one of seven schools recognized at Teacher Union Day on Nov. 1, 2015 for standing out as one of the most dedicated and united in defending public schools from the governor's attacks in the spring.

The Strike of November 1960

In the 1950s, teaching offered low pay and few benefits. The members of the newly formed United Federation of Teachers fought for and won the right to collectively bargain during a strike that sent a powerful message about the strength of the union.