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School counselors: Our work for the April 9-17 period

It has been a tremendously stressful time for our students, our families and us. The Department of Education agreed with the UFT that a change of pace and focus was in order during the seven days that would have been the spring break in a normal year...

Here's an FAQ about remote counseling

Many of you have reached out to me with questions while we are working remotely during these unprecedented times. Those of you who are mandated service providers have inquired about parent/guardian contact, specifically regarding obtaining parent...

Work of Teachers Assigned for the April 9-17 period and other updates

As teachers assigned, you provide invaluable support to classroom teachers and serve as partners with leaders via instructional coaching. This work affects teacher capacity and student achievement. We are a diverse entity that touches the lives of...

Remote work updates for school counselors

Thank you again for your patience and for all the hard work you're doing during this challenging period of remote learning. I know there are still some unanswered questions about our rights and responsibilities. Here are some updates from the union's...

UFT statement on keeping school buildings closed for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued statements on the closing of school buildings for the remainder of the school year.

This year's modified graduation requirements

The State Education Department announced on April 7 that students affected by the cancellation of the June Regents exams will be able to graduate without making them up.

Here's an FAQ about remote counseling

The UFT and the DOE collaborated on this FAQ to address some of your questions and concerns about remote counseling.

Deadline extended to complete special education remote learning plans

The deadline to complete Special Education Remote Learning Plans has been extended to Wednesday, April 8.

Mayor calls for $827M in city school cuts

Facing a projected $7.4 billion budget gap caused by the coronavirus pandemic, Mayor Bill de Blasio has proposed slashing $827 million from public schools through the next fiscal year.