In response to the passage of federal reconciliation bill, NYSUT President Melinda Person 🍎✌🌈 has released a statement. Our union condemns the 'Big Betrayal' of this federal legislation. Read the full statement here: nysut.org/news/2025/july…

Even with so much at stake—from school funding to the federal budget—we’re not backing down. At the NEA RA in Portland, NYSUT delegates are united, energized, and ready to fight for our public schools.💪

Happy 4th of July. It is more important than ever to renew our commitment to our nation's principles, including equality, liberty and opportunity for all. Our union will always work to strengthen our public schools and communities to ensure these shared values can be upheld for

Recently, educators and families marked the end of the school year with a summer social that showcased union solidarity. The event brought together more than 500 community members who raised $10,000+ for two students with leukemia. Learn more: nysut.org/news/2025/july…

The Republican budget bill has taken the nation down a perilous path that will increase the national deficit and devastate the safety net. Cuts to critical programs like Medicaid and the Essential Plan will compromise access to health care for millions of NYers across every

Families will face increased food insecurity because of the changes to limit SNAP eligibility and benefits. Cuts to clean energy and environmental initiatives will drive higher costs to consumers and harm air and water protections. At a time when affordability is top of mind,

This week is #SummerLearningWeek, recognizing the importance and fun of summer learning. This year, we celebrate the importance of year-round learning in: 📕 Literacy & Learning 🖼️ Arts 💪 Health & Wellness 🧪 STEM 🏠 Community & Leadership Learn more: summerlearning.org/summer-learnin…

The Trump administration's withholding of $7 billion of education funding is disgraceful. We need a government that works to support students, not steal from them.   I'll keep holding President Donald J. Trump' feet to the fire until our students, families, and teachers get the money they are owed.

Thank you to our NYSUT educators for sharing their plans for distraction-free classrooms in a roundtable discussion with Governor Kathy Hochul yesterday!

Yesterday, NYSUT President Melinda Person 🍎✌🌈 sat down with school districts and Governor Kathy Hochul for a roundtable discussion on the bell-to-bell cellphone restrictions our members fiercely advocated for earlier this year. Learn more: governor.ny.gov/news/distracti…

NYSUT President Melinda Person 🍎✌🌈 has released a statement in response to reports that the Trump administration plans to release the almost $6 billion in funding to public schools that it has withheld for nearly a month. Read it in full here: nysut.org/news/2025/july…

🚨 BREAKING: The full $6.8B in federal education funding is finally being released. This is a win for students, educators, and every community that spoke out. washingtonpost.com/education/2025…

Cutting funding for summer programs right after school gets out isn’t just illegal – it’s cruel. Yesterday, we secured initial victory. The remaining funds will be released. We have to keep up the fight – for the people, and against anyone who would do them harm.

Did you know? Across the state, students have access to free school meals even in the summer! That’s right: During the summer, all kids and teens ages 18 and under can get free meals at nearby places like parks and libraries. #Meals4AllNY Learn more: summermealsny.org

#ICYMI: As part of the latest Social Justice Academy, educators in attendance also took part in a day of volunteerism and local activism, helping out at Capital District LATINOS! Thank you to everyone who donated their time – this is what educators do each and every day:

Excited to witness a strong example of labor-management collaboration in action — working together on culture, climate, and retention. When we listen to educators and act as partners, great things happen for students. Thank you APSTA & APSUE for all you do 👏 NYSUT

We’re halfway through summer! While many of our members are still hard at work, we hope you’re finding time to relax and recharge. Need to refresh your wardrobe? Grab NYSUT gear to stand out and show your union solidarity. Learn more: nysutstore.org

🌟 Another incredible stop on our NYSUT Summer Regional Conference tour — this time with NYSUT Tarrytown RO 🍎! The energy and dedication of our members continues to inspire me. Watching educators collaborate during summer break to share best practices & plan for the new school year!

Teachers — too many back to school costs are coming out of your own pockets. That’s that we NYSUT are fighting hard for a state educator tax credit because you shouldn't have to choose between supplies for your students and groceries for your family.

Cyberbullying is rising—up from 35% to 42% of NYC students reporting it as common. 43% of students reported bullying on phones & social media. This fall’s new phone-free classrooms policy is a big step toward protecting students’ mental health & safety. nydailynews.com/2025/08/05/mor…