Welcome, new teachers!

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Welcome, new teachers!

September 8, 2022

New York Teacher

I remember my first day 35 years ago ... I enjoyed every year. Good luck to all.

Manal Ashmawy, Peer Intervention Program educator

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Supportive schools grow great teachers

November 1, 2024

After spending 12 years of my own education in conservative private schools, I wasn’t sure what to expect when I applied here. I was immediately welcomed by the warmest and most gracious staff I have ever had the pleasure of working with. One of the many achievements that my school proudly mentioned on welcome day was the community’s dedication to giving back and students’ knack for returning to the home they had made at 137.

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Mindfulness matters

November 1, 2024

The Day of Wellness for Educators event in Queens on Sept. 14 was a great experience. We were able to practice yoga, pickleball and aqua Zumba, to name a few of the activities. Goldie Hawn was informative about her organization, MindUP.

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Keeping it real in the classroom

November 1, 2024

Members share their opinions on the union's recent wellness event for educators, sharing educators' truest selves in the classroom and how supportive schools help grow great teachers.

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