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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.
$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.
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.
'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.
New York Forward Loan Fund information and updated OCFS guidance for child care providers
I want to share some information with you about the New York Forward Loan Fund, which could help support your child care business. In addition, the state Office of Children and Family Services held a conference call with stakeholders on May 19 to...
Use these resources to support your child care program
I want to update you about the support available to your child care program through the extension of waivers and the CARES materials grant. Read good news regarding your subsidy payments and apply for the CARES grant to get materials and supplies for...
Coronavirus testing information for child care providers
I wanted to share with you this COVID-19 testing information from the state Department of Health. Essential workers, including child care providers, who do not have access to testing may call the New York State COVID-19 Hotline at 1-888-364-3065 or...
Gov. Cuomo announces $30 million in CARES act funds for child care providers
Gov. Andrew Cuomo recently announced that $30 million in federal funds will pay for supplies for child care providers as well as for the child care fees for eligible essential workers. The state will use funds authorized through the recently passed...