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In sickness and in death
It’s always a good idea to speak with your family about what to do in the event of a debilitating illness or death. Here is a list of topics to discuss with your family and the legal documents you should have. Let trusted family members know where...
Article Seven — Payroll Deduction of Union Dues
In order to become a member of the Union, an Employee will execute a written authorization in the form annexed hereto as Exhibit A. Upon receipt of such an authorization from an Employee, the Employer will, pursuant to such authorization deduct from...
Extended Use Training for School Staff Powerpoint Presentation
Extended Use Training PowerPoint presentation for School Secretaries
Testimony on changes in the DOE's COVID-19 protocols and implementation of the vaccine mandate
UFT President Michael Mulgrew testified before the New York City Council Committee on Education regarding changes in the DOE's COVID-19 protocols and implementation of the vaccine mandate.
High schools will reopen on March 22
Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that high school buildings will reopen for in-person classes on Monday, March 22. High school staff with in-person assignments will report to their buildings on Thursday, March 18 and Friday, March 19 to set up for the...
What is Workers’ Compensation?
Workers’ Compensation is a form of insurance. Most employers must carry this insurance for workers who are injured or become ill because of their jobs.
Our history
Our first efforts were to demonstrate to the state elected officials that childcare providers have problems and there is strong support for forming a union. We proved this by collecting more than 6,000 union card signatures of the 32,000 child care...
What is the HCFSA Program/Flexible Spending Account and how can it help with medical expenses? What is this?
The HCFSA is a flexible spending account for health care expenses. Here is how the HCFSA Program works: First, you contribute before-tax dollars into your HCFSA account via automatic payroll deductions. Next, in order to receive reimbursement, you...
Resources for School Secretaries
See these valuable resources.
Contact
Contact information for UFT headquarters, borough offices, departments and hotlines. Use it to find email addresses, phone numbers and maps for key locations.
PROSE Structured Review Evaluator Form
UFT Consent Form - Simplified Chinese (Mandarin)
UFT Consent Form - Traditional Chinese (Cantonese)
Tracking form for the 75 professional development hours for paraprofessionals
Tracking form for the 75 professional development hours for paraprofessionals
Option PROSE APPR Structured Review Evaluator Form
Student Removal Form
See Chancellor's Regulation A-443 for information on student disciplinary procedures and student removal.
Federation of Nurses/UFT COPE Deduction Authorization Form
Authorization for voluntary deduction.
Speech and Language Progress Reports (Triennials)
The DOE requires that students receiving related services must be re-evaluated every three years to assess whether they still need those services. Here are answers to common questions about preparing these "triennial examinations" for students in...
Student Intervention and Discipline Code and Bill of Student Rights and Responsibilities - Grades 6-12
Included in this document is the Student Bill of Rights and Responsibilities which promotes responsible student behavior and an atmosphere of dignity and respect by establishing guidelines to help students as they strive to become productive citizens...
Workplace discrimination and harassment
The UFT-DOE contracts contain protections against a wide range of discriminatory or harassing behaviors, including sexual harassment. Federal, state and city laws also provide protections. Here is what you need to know.
School Counselors Chapter Newsletter - October 2025
Information about a chapter survey, IPRs and student services managers.
Designating your beneficiaries
You possess a valuable financial asset from participating in a defined-benefit pension system and saving money in a tax-deferred annuity. That’s why it’s important to designate beneficiaries, keep your beneficiary designations current after life...