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Resolution to support New York City paraprofessionals’ fight for a living wage and fair contract
The UFT shall educate its members about the significant implications of the Paraprofessionals and Education Support Staff Bill of Rights and the Preparing and Retaining All (PARA) Educators Act, emphasizing the potential benefits for...
Testimony on the preliminary budget for FY 25, the preliminary Capital Plan for FYs 24-28 and the Fiscal 24 preliminary Mayor's Management Report
UFT President Michael Mulgrew submitted testimony before the NYC Council Committee on Education at its hearing on the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2025, the preliminary Capital Plan for Fiscal Years 2024-28 and the Fiscal 2024 preliminary Mayor...
Acts of kindness
If you dwell on the negative, reliving frustrations and anger, you can feel trapped inside those emotions. Conversely, when you focus on the things you are grateful for, it can have a ripple effect on your mood and your entire day.
Testimony on the proposed FY25 Executive Budget
UFT President Michael Mulgrew delivered testimony before the New York State Senate & Assembly Committees on Finance, Ways & Means and Education regarding the proposed FY25 Executive Budget.
Lead Teacher Assistant Q&A for Paraprofessionals
Find out more about the lead teacher assistant (lead educational associate) position for paraprofessionals.
Katie Garfield, hospital schools program teacher
As a teacher at a hospital clinic, Katie Garfield instructs K–12 students while they receive treatment for cancer and blood diseases including sickle-cell anemia.
Money-saving tips for classroom supplies
It is possible to finance classroom projects with grants, donations and other money-saving strategies. Here are some avenues.
Testimony on the new phonics-based curriculum and dyslexia screening
Mary Vaccaro, UFT Vice President for Education, submitted testimony before the oversight hearing of the New York City Council Education Committee jointly with the Committee on State and Federal Legislation on the new phonics-based curriculum and...
Grants, Awards & Freebies — November 2, 2023
See our list of current opportunities for educators to receive funds and recognition for their hard work and dedication.
Testimony on the role of artificial intelligence, emerging technology and computer instruction in city schools
Janella Hinds, UFT Vice President for Academic High Schools, and Leo Gordon, UFT Vice President for Career and Technical High Schools, submitted testimony before the New York City Council Committees on Education and Technology on developing policies...