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DOE guidance for itinerant counselors
The following email was sent on Sunday, Sept. 13, to school counselors from Chapter Leader Rosemarie Thompson.
Blended learning updates for speech teachers and OT/PTs
The following guidance was sent to all DOE-employed speech teachers, occupational therapists and physical therapists from UFT President Michael Mulgrew on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2020.
New SESIS Form for 2020-21 School Year
The DOE has launched a new special education Program Adaptations Document (PAD), which has replaced the Remote Learning Plan for the 2020-21 school year.
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.
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.
School counselors meeting minutes and a clarification on DOE guidance
The following was sent to all DOE-employed school counselors on Aug. 27, 2020.
DOE guidance on blended learning for school counselors
With the beginning of the school year fast approaching, school counselors have many unanswered questions. The DOE and the UFT together released guidance on how related services counseling will be delivered if schools do open with a blended learning...
UFT threatens actions if unsafe school buildings open
School buildings cannot open on Sept. 10 unless they meet stringent coronavirus safety standards, UFT President Michael Mulgrew said at a press conference Aug. 19, and vowed to go to court or take a job action — including a strike — if the city...
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...
Q&A from Aug. 4 Speech Chapter Meeting
Questions and answers from the Speech Chapter Meeting on Aug. 4, 2020.