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What types of purchases are allowed under Teacher's Choice?
Items purchased under Teacher’s Choice must be appropriate for educational use in the classroom or for other professional assignments, such as art materials, special paper, learning aids, musical instruments and more. If supplies to mitigate the...
How long are the first two workdays of the new school year?
For teachers and paraprofessionals, the first two workdays before students return are both 6 hours and 50 minutes long. For other titles, Tuesday follows regular work hours and Wednesday is six hours and 50 minutes.
How much time do teachers have to prepare their classrooms in September before the students return?
Teachers must be given sufficient time to prepare their classrooms, which is usually at least half a day.
How do I reset my UFT.org password?
Forgot your UFT.org password? Click the login link at the top of the page and click on Forgot Password . An email will be sent to you with a link. Login into your personal email account (i.e., Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) Click the link to reset your password...
I'm still having trouble signing up or logging in to UFT.org
Make sure you can receive UFT.org email messages. Receiving and opening an email message from UFT.org is an important part of the sign-up and password-reset processes. If you're not receiving emails from us, it's possible that your email host is...
What are grievances used for?
The grievance procedure is there to protect your rights and ensure that the contract is adhered to. You can file a grievance in order to remedy a violation of the UFT/DOE contract or DOE regulation, circular or established practice. Your chapter...
Is filing a grievance the only way to resolve an issue with a school administrator?
Not at all. Before filing a grievance, it is always a good idea to speak with your chapter leader about resolving the issue informally. Our contract also provides for a number of other ways to resolve issues including the operational process for...
How do I file a grievance?
If you believe your contractual rights have been violated, you should contact your chapter leader for advice and assistance. The chapter leader will enter your grievance in the UFT grievance system and provide both you and your principal with a copy...
How do I rebut a letter in my personnel file that I believe is inaccurate?
You have the right to attach a response to material that is placed in your file. You do not have to attach your response right away. It is important that you take the time to carefully respond to what is written and review it with your chapter leader...
Do I have to sign something if a letter has been put into my personnel file?
Yes, your signature acknowledges that you have seen it, nothing more. It does not mean that you agree with the content of the letter.