This week is National School Lunch Week, promoting the importance of a healthy school lunch and its impact on learning.   This year’s theme is “Level Up with School Lunch,” highlighting how access to school meals can elevate students and help them reach new heights. #NSLW23

Today, NYSUT Executive Vice President Jaime Ciffone joined Governor Kathy Hochul, Tish James and state lawmakers as they announced new legislation aimed at online safety for children. President Melinda Person 🍎✌🌈 released a statement.

🔐 In a public-service career, the promise of a dignified retirement is sacred. Tier 6 threatens that commitment, abandoning the very essence of our service. Let's work together to ensure that dignity remains a hallmark of our profession. #FixTier6 fixtier6.org NYSUT

🗳️ November 7th, VOTE YES on PROP 1. It will ensure that finally, New York state's smaller cities receive the same opportunities as most other districts. 🍎 Learn more at nysut.org/YesOn1 NYSUT

At a time when the teaching profession is under attack, it’s important to highlight the work of educators. They build students up and encourage them to do more and dream bigger. They set our children on a path to success. #EducatorInspired Learn more: educator-inspired.org

Fixing Tier 6 is a moral obligation of all NYSUT members. Nicki Richardson sharing information about why this issue is critical. #FixTier6

In our efforts to #FixTier6, we recently provided testimony at a NYS Senate Hearing. As we head toward the 2024 legislative session, we'll be working hard to ensure tier equity is a reality for educators and public employees across New York. Learn more: FixTier6.org

Raising the bar for our kids means supporting comprehensive education. From music to STEM – our kids deserve an opportunity towards their dream career.

We know we can Fix Tier 6! Together we can together we will. 💪⁦Melinda Person 🍎✌🌈⁩ ⁦NYSUT⁩ ⁦NYSUT Mid-Hudson RO 🍎⁩ Ron Gross⁩ ⁦Laura Franz⁩ ⁦Karen Lee Arthmann 🍎☮️⁩

🚩MUST READ: @RWeingarten's column in @NYTimes. Parents support their public schools – schools that provide kids with well-rounded experiences to prepare them for the future. #PublicSchoolsUniteUs. (Plus a shoutout to @YFT860 and Webster Teachers). 🍎🙌 @NYSUT aft.org/column/vote-we…

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A UFT study found that 50% of schools with a high concentration of poverty that receive federal funds, have larger class sizes than state law currently limits. cityandstateny.com/politics/2023/…

Teachers, this is your reminder from me that you also deserve to ENJOY your Thanksgiving break with friends and family rather than stressing and planning about next week. You’ve got this.

Educating our members on how we can Fix Tier Six - productive afternoon and great training! @Grubiak_ NYSUT NYSUT Tarrytown RO 🍎 Clare

A little team building for ETA members! Thank you, ROC Boards, for hosting us for charcuterie board making class! Stay tuned for final pictures! Clare

School librarians are community builders, innovators, collaborators, and so much more - including one of the best resources a student can have as they navigate the school year: blog.ed.gov/2023/10/school…

It's time to provide free breakfast & lunch for all students. This not only supports students' nutritional needs but also creates a more inclusive & equitable edu environment. Let's build a future where every student thrives! 🍏📚 NYSUT #meals4allNY lohud.com/story/news/edu…

Today’s visit to Eastchester UFSD EastchesterTA showcased AMAZING teaching and exciting opportunities for students. Had a great chat with @puccini_thomas and Superintendent Valenti (a PSC/CUNY member and professor at Hunter Chapter PSC CUNY) about proposed cuts to school funding. I

As we’ve met with school leaders from across the state, it’s clear that we’re all fighting the same fight for the restoration of Foundation Aid for our schools. Eastchester UFSD EastchesterTA NYSUT

Thank you again for joining us! #NYSUT #FoundationAid