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Student Intervention and Discipline Code and Bill of Student Rights and Responsibilities - Grades K-5
Included in this document is the Student Bill of Rights and Responsibilities which promotes responsible student behavior and an atmosphere of dignity and respect by establishing guidelines to help students as they strive to become productive citizens...
Testimony regarding proposed revisions to the Citywide Behavioral Expectations to Support Student Learning
UFT Vice President for Middle Schools Richard Mantell testified before the New York City Department of Education regarding roposed revisions to the Citywide Behavioral Expectations to Support Student Learning.
DOE resources for special education
Members and families seeking accurate and accessible information about the special education process and services for students with disabilities of all ages will find a wealth of information on the DOE's recently revamped special education website.
Testimony regarding support for homeless youth
The UFT submitted testimony to the New York City Council Committee on General Welfare and the Committee on Education regarding support for homeless youth.
Testimony regarding current and new methods to support and improve the academic success of English language learner students
UFT Vice President for Education Evelyn DeJesus testfied before the New York State Assembly Education Committee regarding current and new methods to support and improve the academic success of English language learner students.
Article Seven — Assignments and Counseling Conditions
A. Selection for Available Assignments Licensed guidance counselors will be given an opportunity to apply for available guidance assignments within the school and selection will be made on the basis of layoff seniority where qualifications are equal...
Article Eight — Safety
A. Assistance in Assault Cases The principal shall report as soon as possible but within 24 hours to the Office of Legal Services and to the Chief Executive of School Safety and Planning that an assault upon a teacher has been reported to him/her...
Article Twenty-Three — Psychologist and Social Worker Workload
The parties recognize the importance of providing students with timely assessments of their eligibility and need for special education services. The parties further recognize the advantage of conducting these assessments during the students’ regular...
Tenure
Under New York State law, appointed educators achieve tenure after completing a probationary period.