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Culturally responsive teaching resources

Teaching materials and curriculum resources to address culturally responsive topics in the classroom.

NYC, slash class sizes now

The New York City Council bill to reduce class sizes in our public schools is designed to protect our children’s health and their academic prospects by ensuring adequate space for every student in every classroom.

Resources for Teaching About Race and Social Justice

We've compiled the following lesson plans, teaching ideas, discussion guides and online resources to help teachers address the crucial issues of racial equity and social justice in the classroom.

Class size data - NYC classrooms vs. NY state

See data comparing sizes of New York City classrooms to class sizes statewide.

Juneteenth Curriculum Resources

Juneteenth, recognized annually on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and has been celebrated by African-Americans since the late 1800s. The following teaching resources can help teachers honor this history with their...

Switching schools

The Department of Education’s Open Market Transfer Plan, which gives UFT members the opportunity to transfer to a different school, opens on April 11 and closes on Aug. 6 this year.


Guidance for the 2023-24 school year

Special education guidance, policies and protocols for the 2023-24 school year.

MindUp

MindUP is an evidence-based preventative mental health program grounded in neuroscience, mindful awareness, positive psychology, and social and emotional learning.

UFT statement on congestion pricing

UFT President Michael Mulgrew issued a statement regarding Governor Hochul's halt of the city's congestion pricing plan.

Academic High School Awards 2024

About 300 UFT members from academic high schools gathered at UFT headquarters on May 31 to enjoy “A Night to Remember.” They celebrated 10 Team High School honorees and 26 individual award winners and enjoyed a prom for adults.