UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement that New York City public schools would resume full-time remote instruction on Nov. 19, 2020.

The coronavirus pandemic has upended our lives in many ways, affecting everything from work to leisure activities. In this episode of the Classroom Café podcast, Christine Whelan, who teaches classes on well-being at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, shares strategies for finding your purpose, even during a pandemic. Learn what happens to you when you embrace a purpose mindset and connect to something bigger, and find out how to do that. To learn more about Christine, visit her website at www.christinewhelan.com. 

Tishman Speyer Working with UFT, DOE and SCA to Improve Ventilation Systems and Sources MERV-13 Filters for New York City's Public Schools

So far, the logistical and safety challenges of re-opening schools have been met. But despite enormous efforts by teachers, remote learning — something more than 540,000 kids now rely on all the time, and the rest rely on all or part of the time — is...

Eadie Shanker, a UFT founder and the wife of former UFT President Albert Shanker, died on Sept. 19 at age 87. A teacher, union organizer and city activist, she was dedicated to the UFT Albert Shanker Scholarships.

Important information for new members as they build their careers in education.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to City Hall's announcement that families would have only one opportunity to opt back into blended learning.

In this episode of the Classroom Cafe podcast, we share tips for managing interpersonal relationships during challenging times. Join us as we talk with Krista Rizzo, a transformational life coach, motivational speaker and author who specializes in relationships. To learn more about Krista Rizzo, visit her website at Why Am I Yelling?

Whether through activities associated with Making Strides Against Breast Cancer or Wear Pink days, UFT members across New York City have been front and center during October to raise awareness and funds to fight the disease.

An independent arbitrator overturned New York City’s attempt to avoid paying deferred wages to teachers, ordering the city to pay half the amount owed now and half in the next fiscal year.

The UFT announced that it would go to arbitration over the city's announcement that it would not disburse the final lump-sum payment from the 2014 contract.

The start of this school year poses challenges, concerns and stressors that are unique and different from any other school year. In this episode, three UFT members share their experiences and perspectives on returning to their school buildings and on teaching remotely. Learn strategies for dealing with your own feelings of stress, anxiety and fear from these intrepid New York City educators.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Gov. Cuomo's announcement regarding increased COVID-19 testing in schools.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement that schools in nine Brooklyn and Queens ZIP codes with high rates of coronavirus infection would close.

Grieving the loss of a loved one, whether a family member, friend or colleague, can be complicated and difficult. Grieving during a pandemic is more complicated still. Listen in as Alan Fruzzetti, Ph.D., a psychologist from McLean Hospital and cofounder of the Center for Trauma and Stress Education, shares his insights. While there is no “right” way to grieve, in this episode, we will learn strategies for coping with grief and loss so it isn’t overwhelming.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement on the reopening of elementary schools and the uptick in positive coronavirus cases in the city.

With social distancing guidelines and aggressive health and safety measures in effect, New York City public schools welcomed back thousands of students during a phased reopening.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to news that educators in two schools had tested positive for COVID-19.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the DOE's announcement that 21 schools would remain closed as of Sept. 8 due to ventilation concerns in their buildings.

Schools need the following equipment and supplies on Sept. 8, 2020.

Under the terms of the agreement, all New York City public school buildings will remain closed to students until Sept. 21, while final safety arrangements are completed, including the assignment of a school nurse to every building, ventilation checks...

The Executive Board of the United Federation of Teachers Monday night unanimously approved a resolution instructing the union’s leadership to continue negotiating with the city with the intention of bringing to the union’s Delegate Assembly tomorrow...

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement on the DOE-UFT agreement on blended learning.

New York City has asked Albany for permission to borrow money to maintain city services needed by our residents. The city desperately needs those funds to help fill the huge hole in our local economy created by the coronavirus pandemic.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement that New York City public schools will be allowed to submit plans for outdoor classrooms.

A school health and safety plan proposed by the United Federation of Teachers continues to draw broad support from civic leaders. The UFT's position is unless all safeguards are in place, a school cannot open.

United Federation of Teachers President Michael Mulgrew, joined by medical experts, elected officials, and parent and community representatives, announced today a sweeping program of safety reviews, testing protocols and other features designed to...

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Mayor Bill de Blasio's pledge that every school building would have a nurse.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the Council of School Supervisors and Administrators' call to delay the start of in-person learning.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the results of the DOE's blended learning survey, which indicate that 74% of New York City students opted into the blended learning model.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Gov. Cuomo's announcement that New York State schools are eligible to reopen.

Within the Scheduled Benefit Plan there is a dental panel option available consisting of over 700 participating dentists.

Michael Mulgrew, the president of the United Federation of Teachers, argues New York City needs to have an aggressive testing and tracing policy in place if school buildings are to re-open in even a limited way in September.

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the city's proposed safety plan for reopening school buildings in September 2020.