On #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we recognize the rich heritage and culture of indigenous peoples in America and long history of Native communities all across this country.
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@aft.orgReposted by @uft.org@uft.orgToday, the UFT honors Italian Heritage Day and Indigenous Peoples' Day. We’re proud to celebrate the many contributions of Italian Americans and Indigenous communities! Schools are closed today, Monday, Oct. 12.
@uftaction.bsky.socialReposted by @uft.org@uft.orgGov. Hochul will bear the responsibility, but our students, educators and families will bear the price. The UFT is disappointed in this decision and we will continue to stand with parents, educators and public school supporters to do what we can to roll back this policy and protect our classrooms.
@uft.orgToday, Gov. Hochul announced that New York State will opt into the Trump administration's voucher program. Giving up local control of public education to the federal government through this scheme is a failure of leadership.
@uftaction.bsky.socialReposted by @uft.orgNew York investing in childcare = a better education system, a more affordable city and a brighter future for everyone.
See what Tammie Miller, @uft.org Chair of Family Child Care Providers had to say on the City’s announcement 👇
@uftaction.bsky.socialReposted by @uft.orgWant to make a difference?
Join team @uft.org throughout October to phonebank for pro-educator candidates 📱
We’re dialing for leaders committed to making life better for our schools, educators and students!
Grab a friend and call for change: www.uft.org/get-involved...
@uft.orgUrge @governor.ny.gov to say "no" and keep New York out of this costly voucher scheme! Stand with our public schools! #NoFederalVouchers #OptOutNow #NoVouchersInNY #HochulSayNO
@uft.orgNow that the proposed regulations for the federal voucher program, the so-called "Federal Scholarship Tax Credit," are public, we need your voice.
Add your name to our coalition's petition to oppose this voucher program, which would drain funding from our public schools: t.co/jd7sDnk9CM
@uft.orgPublic dollars should be for public schools, period! The Trump administration's private school voucher program will redirect billions of our tax dollars from schools that serve the vast majority of our children.
@uft.orgThe open enrollment period for members to change plans is Sept. 1 to Oct. 15 each year, with changes taking effect on Nov. 1. To change plans, learn more and fill out the Welfare Fund's dental transfer form here: www.uft.org/your-benefit...
@uft.orgInterested in changing your dental plan? The UFT Welfare Fund provides dental benefits through two programs: the Scheduled Benefit Plan, which provides services through a participating panelist or by direct reimbursement (when using a non-participating dentist); and Dentcare, a no-cost dental HMO.
@uftaction.bsky.socialReposted by @uft.org1/2: @uft.org VP for Education, Mary Vaccaro shared written testimony at yesterday’s @council.nyc.gov hearing on the risks of AI, affirming UFT’s commitment to empower educators and fight for safeguards around AI’s use in the classroom.
@uft.orgParaprofessionals and teachers make a great team 💙
Together, they work to help students feel safe and confident to thrive in the classroom. Paraprofessionals need pay that reflects the work they do. Across titles in our union, we’re committed to RESPECT for paras. #TimeForRESPECT
@uft.orgTickets are $15 and include an exclusive Gotham FC pencil case. 🩵 Come show your NYC spirit with fellow educators: www.gofevo.com/event/Nycpub...
@uft.orgBring your students, families and friends to Sports Illustrated Stadium on Sunday, Oct. 4 at 1:00 p.m. to see the top-ranked team in the National Women's Soccer League! It’s a quick ride on the PATH train.
@uft.orgGot plans Sunday? Gotham FC is offering special tickets for NYC educators to their match against LA's Angel City FC this Sunday, Oct. 4. ⚽
@aft.orgReposted by @uft.orgThis LGBTQIA+ History Month, we celebrate the courage & resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community's fight for equal rights & dignity.
Teach about historic figures and moments in the LGBTQIA+ rights movement w/@sharemylesson.bsky.social⤵️
https://sharemylesson.com/collections/lgbtq-lesson-plans-resources
@uft.orgThe UFT Steuben Committee promotes opportunities for UFT members to embrace their German heritage with social and educational events! To learn more and get involved, check out our website here: www.uft.org/get-involved...
@uft.orgThe UFT celebrates German American Heritage Month! In October we're honoring the history and culture of German Americans and celebrating their contributions to education and labor. Stay tuned for an honoree later this month!
