Queens

Contact Information

Borough Representative: Amy Arundell

Meet your reps

Phone

DOE members, call 212-331-6311
Functional chapter members, call 212-331-6312
Retirees, call 212-331-6314

Address

118-35 Queens Boulevard
7th Floor
Forest Hills, NY 11375

Hours

Day	Hours
Monday	10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Tuesday	10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday	10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday	10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday	10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

What's New

Maria Ponciano, PS 280, Queens

NY Teacher Article Member Spotlight June 15, 2023

Maria Ponciano, the chapter leader at PS 280 in Jackson Heights, uses social media, email, WhatsApp, Google Slides and other technology to keep her members engaged and informed.

Putting technology to work in Queens

NY Teacher Article Retired Teachers Chapter News June 15, 2023

The Retired Teachers Chapter's Queens section continues to develop the rich selection of remote classes it created during the pandemic — from baking and line dancing to guitar — and is taking its use of technology to a new level in the process.

‘A shining light’

NY Teacher Article Feature Stories September 8, 2022

PS 20 in Flushing, Queens, paid tribute to beloved physical education teacher Scott Brower, 42, who died March 20 after being struck by a speeding motorcyclist on Long Island.

Upcoming Events

June 17, 2023

Anne Curley Health and Wellness Fair
9:00 am – 1:00 pm

June 22, 2023

Queens paraprofessionals end-of-year celebration
4:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Photo Gallery

May 12, 2023

Provider Appreciation Awards Ceremonies 2023

The UFT Family Child Care Providers Chapter, together with family and friends, celebrates outstanding members during its 10th annual ceremonies at borough events.

Celebrating at the joint Brooklyn-Manhattan awards ceremony in Shanker Hall at UFT headquarters on May 12 are (from left) Mary Tarawaluy, who received the Outstanding Professional Services Award for Manhattan; Yvonne Logan; Merit Award winner Aura Sosa; and Jamiah Taylor.

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Chapter Chair Tammie Miller (left) and Vice Chair Melissa Reed flank Chapter Leadership Award winners Dina Destin (second from left) and Jo-Ann Sampson at the Brooklyn-Manhattan event.

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The crowd cheers for Cydney Moses, a senior at Brooklyn HS of the Arts, who recited "A Peace Herself."

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Brooklyn providers pose for a portrait.

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Community Champion award winner Shannan Ramsay (left) and Employee Recognition Award winner Cristel Gregory take a selfie with Gregory’s son at the Brooklyn-Manhattan celebration.

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Merit Award winner Andrea Pena (center) dances with friends after the awards ceremony at the Bronx borough office on March 31.

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Chapter Chair Tammie Miller (left) recognizes honorees (from left) Yahia Williams, Adjely Cole, Ramona Orteo Morozco, Berta Sanchez, Andrea Pena and Griselda Walwyn De Amadi at the Bronx ceremony.

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Excited attendees cheer for award winners at the Bronx ceremony.

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Chapter Chair Tammie Miller continues her awards ceremony tradition of taking a selfie with a roomful of honorees and guests behind her in the Bronx.

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Bronx Merit Award winner Jelyn Alarcon (center) with proud family members.

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Provider Appreciation Awards Ceremonies 2023

Community Champion Award winner Jessica Duff (fourth from left) celebrates with her friends on March 10 at the Staten Island borough office.

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Merit Award winner Sarah Young (center), of Sarah Young Daycare on Staten Island, is surrounded by proud family members.

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Chapter Chair Tammie Miller (second from left) poses with Merit Award honorees (from left) Lillie B. Belamy, Michelle Burns-Beale and Reda Gad on Staten Island.

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Robin Simon (right) dances with her niece Sharon Kithamun after being honored with a Merit Award at the Staten Island ceremony.

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Child care worker Suzzanne Millien (left) and guest Shand Lewis mug for a selfie at the event on Staten Island.

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Chapter Chair Tammie Miller addresses the crowd at the UFT’s Queens borough office on Feb. 10.

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A group of award winners pose for a photo

The Queens honorees posing for a picture after accepting their awards are (from left) Lashanda Fraser, Maria Montesdeoca, Sundrea Smith, Erika Lyon, Vidotama Agueda, Florinda Bernmal and Leah Dixon.

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A group of women are recording on their phones

For these attendees in Queens, it’s a moment to preserve memories.

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Two women dance while sitting at a table

Two members of the Providers Chapter Executive Board, Esmemary Akinsanmi (left) and Edna Elcock, dance in their seats at the Queens event.

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A family poses for a photo in front of a backdrop

Queens provider Vidotama Agueda (center) celebrates her Merit Award with family members

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Chapter Chair Tammie Miller (left) and Vice Chair Melissa Reed flank Chapter Leadership Award winners Dina Destin (second from left) and Jo-Ann Sampson at the Brooklyn-Manhattan event.

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The crowd cheers for Cydney Moses, a senior at Brooklyn HS of the Arts, who recited "A Peace Herself."

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Brooklyn providers pose for a portrait.

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Community Champion award winner Shannan Ramsay (left) and Employee Recognition Award winner Cristel Gregory take a selfie with Gregory’s son at the Brooklyn-Manhattan celebration.

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Merit Award winner Andrea Pena (center) dances with friends after the awards ceremony at the Bronx borough office on March 31.

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Chapter Chair Tammie Miller (left) recognizes honorees (from left) Yahia Williams, Adjely Cole, Ramona Orteo Morozco, Berta Sanchez, Andrea Pena and Griselda Walwyn De Amadi at the Bronx ceremony.

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Excited attendees cheer for award winners at the Bronx ceremony.

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Chapter Chair Tammie Miller continues her awards ceremony tradition of taking a selfie with a roomful of honorees and guests behind her in the Bronx.

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Bronx Merit Award winner Jelyn Alarcon (center) with proud family members.

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Community Champion Award winner Jessica Duff (fourth from left) celebrates with her friends on March 10 at the Staten Island borough office.

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Merit Award winner Sarah Young (center), of Sarah Young Daycare on Staten Island, is surrounded by proud family members.

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Chapter Chair Tammie Miller (second from left) poses with Merit Award honorees (from left) Lillie B. Belamy, Michelle Burns-Beale and Reda Gad on Staten Island.

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Robin Simon (right) dances with her niece Sharon Kithamun after being honored with a Merit Award at the Staten Island ceremony.

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Child care worker Suzzanne Millien (left) and guest Shand Lewis mug for a selfie at the event on Staten Island.

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Chapter Chair Tammie Miller addresses the crowd at the UFT’s Queens borough office on Feb. 10.

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The Queens honorees posing for a picture after accepting their awards are (from left) Lashanda Fraser, Maria Montesdeoca, Sundrea Smith, Erika Lyon, Vidotama Agueda, Florinda Bernmal and Leah Dixon.

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For these attendees in Queens, it’s a moment to preserve memories.

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Two members of the Providers Chapter Executive Board, Esmemary Akinsanmi (left) and Edna Elcock, dance in their seats at the Queens event.

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Queens provider Vidotama Agueda (center) celebrates her Merit Award with family members

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