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UFT on educators testing positive for COVID-19
UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to news that educators in two schools had tested positive for COVID-19.
UFT on school closings due to ventilation concerns
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.
School PPE and supply list
Schools need the following equipment and supplies on Sept. 8, 2020.
UFT fact sheet on school opening agreement
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...
UFT Executive Board authorizes further negotiation; strike authorization vote possible tomorrow over safe reopening of schools
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 on blended/remote learning
UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement on the DOE-UFT agreement on blended learning.
Albany, throw NYC a lifeline: Why the Legislature should give Gotham license to borrow
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 on mayor's call for outdoor classrooms
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.
City and state elected officials, business and non-profit leaders, labor and community organizations support the UFT school health and safety plan
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.
Teachers union, medical experts, elected officials, and parent and community groups: Individual schools deemed unsafe must remain closed
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 on city's pledge to have a nurse in every school building
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 on the need to delay reopening of school buildings
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 on blended learning survey
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.
Mulgrew reacts to Cuomo's statement on opening schools
UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Gov. Cuomo's announcement that New York State schools are eligible to reopen.
Dental plan participating providers
Within the Scheduled Benefit Plan there is a dental panel option available consisting of over 700 participating dentists.
UFT President Michael Mulgrew on the city's need for aggressive testing and tracing
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.
Mulgrew on the city's safety plan
UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the city's proposed safety plan for reopening school buildings in September 2020.
PIP Testimonials
Read testimonials from teachers who have participated in the union's Peer Intervention Program.
Mulgrew on opening school buildings safely in September
UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement that school buildings will open in September.
$65 million in federal CARES Act funding will support child care programs reopening
I have some exciting news to share with you about how the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act will support your child care program as the state reopens.
Apply by July 15 for a state grant to support your child care program's reopening
I want to let you know about the New York Forward Child Care Expansion Incentive Program, a grant program created just for New York child care providers through the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act.
Teachers will return in the fall if...
New federal funds, now being held up in Washington, are the only possible way New York City will be able to invest in the protective measures and staff required for schools to safely re-open in September — even on a limited basis.
UFT reacts to threat of layoffs
UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement that he would plan to lay off up to 22,000 city workers.
Our occupational therapist of the year
Every year, we ask you to nominate a colleague who does outstanding work. During this challenging and unusual semester, we wanted to highlight a therapist who's done outstanding tele-therapy. Here's a conversation with our occupational therapist of...
New coverage for IVF and HIV prevention
Effective July 1, 2020, the GHI-CBP plan and the HIP HMO plan will expand coverage of IVF and HIV prevention drugs.
UFT celebrates Albert Shanker Scholarship Award winners
In spite of the challenges presented by COVID-19, the United Federation of Teachers (UFT) has recognized more than 180 students from New York City’s public high schools and presented each with a $5,000 Albert Shanker college scholarship.
New rights for OTs and PTs: Course reimbursement and family leave
The following email about course reimbursement and family leave was sent to all DOE-employed occupational and physical therapists from UFT President Michael Mulgrew on Tuesday, June 16, 2020.
School Library Media Specialists
School library media specialists, along with those serving as school librarians, perform an array of educational and administrative tasks.
UFT virtual field trip for 1,000 New York City students
Students from more than 150 New York City middle and high schools will learn emotional coping skills through music during a virtual field trip, “Let’s Talk About It."
'In the eye of the storm'
Bevin Sullivan, a nurse at Staten Island University Hospital South, has battled the coronavirus up close and seen it firsthand.
School safety at a glance
The UFT affirms its continuous and collective concern for making sure New York City schools are safe, respectful and affirming of all students and communities. We all share responsibility to improve, reimagine, communicate and cooperate to ensure the...
How to Read a Seniority List
Your school’s seniority list tells you how much seniority you have and where you stand in terms of excessing seniority compared to your colleagues who have the same license as you. Excessing seniority, otherwise known as citywide seniority, is the...
NYSUT-UFT joint statement on passage of criminal justice reform package
New York State United Teachers President Andy Pallotta and UFT President Michael Mulgrew released a joint statement of support on June 9 regarding passage of state criminal justice reform legislation in Albany.
A Day of Peace and Justice
UFT members across the city participated in a “A Day of Peace and Justice” on June 9, 2020, to pay respect to George Floyd on the day of his funeral and to show solidarity with the movement to confront racism in the United States.