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UFT celebrates Albert Shanker Scholarship Award winners

In spite of the challenges presented by COVID-19, the United Federation of Teachers (UFT) has recognized more than 180 students from New York City’s public high schools and presented each with a $5,000 Albert Shanker college scholarship.

UFT virtual field trip for 1,000 New York City students

Students from more than 150 New York City middle and high schools will learn emotional coping skills through music during a virtual field trip, “Let’s Talk About It."

NYSUT-UFT joint statement on passage of criminal justice reform package

New York State United Teachers President Andy Pallotta and UFT President Michael Mulgrew released a joint statement of support on June 9 regarding passage of state criminal justice reform legislation in Albany.

Mulgrew reacts to Gov. Cuomo's plan to "reimagine" schools

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to Gov. Cuomo's calling on the Gates Foundation to bring together "experts" and provide "expert" advice as needed as New York State works out how to re-open school buildings and "re-imagine" education.

UFT responds to Cuomo's decision on school closings

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement in response to the governor's decision that school buildings in New York State will remain closed for the rest of the school year.

UFT launches radio ad

The UFT launched a radio ad campaign on April 30, 2020, to raise awareness that school buildings should not re-open unless there are aggressive testing protocols and procedures in place to ensure the safety and the health of students, educators, staff and families.