In a rousing keynote address to more than 200 convention delegates and guests, American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten declared the union’s political action essential to the future of public education.
This time of year brings additional needs for our BOCES students: whether it be Adopt an Angel Programs, Key Club activites, or Boys Town stores and garage sales. SABEA staff make contributions through out the year but especially now. To assist with those efforts, a portion of the VOTE COPE contributions that our members give will be going to help. SSTLC was the first to recieve a check.
As seen in the New Hyde Park Herald, three hundred eleven Herricks faculty and staff all donned blue in honor of the 25th Anniversary of the United Nations' Universal Children's Day. Our Herricks Teachers' Association donated a dollar for each member who wore blue to the St. Aidan's Food Pantry in Williston Park. The St. Aidan's Food Pantry helps families of all faiths within the local community.
December 3, 2014 -- "Koch-tied Group Pushes New Union Busting Bill in Wisconsin" (from PRWatch.org)
December 3, 2014 -- "Koch-tied Group Pushes New Union Busting Bill in Wisconsin" (from PRWatch.org)
(Baton Rouge – November 24, 2014) Four Louisiana journalists and researchers were recognized by the Louisiana Federation of Teachers today for their coverage of education issues in the state. The School Bell Award for Excellence in Education Journalism is presented to writers for outstanding efforts in promoting better understanding of education issues.
(Baton Rouge – November 24, 2014) Former Louisiana Federation of Teachers Presidents Dr. William Savage, Carrel Epling and Fred Skelton today received Pioneer Awards from the Louisiana Federation of Teachers. The award is presented annually to individuals who, over the years, made major contributions to the growth and influence of the LFT.
Six local chapters of the Louisiana Federation of Teachers received the Union Values in Action Award for improving the lives of members, enhancing the influence of the union and advancing the mission of public education.
This convention marked the eighth year that Union Values Awards have been given to LFT local chapters. The award recognizes the efforts of local LFT chapters to promote the union agenda and express commitment to the values that make the Federation the largest professional organization for teachers and school employees in Louisiana.
LFT President Steve Monaghan was re-elected as president of the LFT for a three-year term at the LFT’s 50th annual convention on Monday, November 24.
