As paraprofessionals work day in and day out to support some of NYC’s most vulnerable students, UFT President Michael Mulgrew shares some updates on the fight for the RESPECT check and what actions our union is taking to protect it. Tune in to this clip from episode 1 of UFT On Air and visit uft.org/news/podcasts/uft-on… to hear the full story. #TimeForRESPECT #RESPECTForParaprofessionals

For UFT members: SEE INFO IN YOUR EMAIL! ℹ️ You received a prewritten email to @NYCMayor telling him to respect UFT paraprofessionals & drop his lawsuit. The Mayor’s contact form is available here: nyc.gov/mayors-office/contac…

⚠️ The Mayor has started the process to file a lawsuit to try and block the RESPECT Check. ⚠️ 📢TAKE ACTION by telling @NYCMayor to honor his word and enable the RESPECT Check to be implemented.

.@NYDailyNews reports the bill giving NYC paraprofessionals a $10,000 boost "sends quarterly installments of $2,500 next year to public school paraprofessionals, whose starting salary is about $32,600. The Council and UFT have said persistent low wages have led to a staffing shortage felt most acutely by students with disabilities." nydailynews.com/2026/08/19/m…

#TimeForRESPECT 🙌

UFT offices are open this summer with modified hours. No matter how you’re spending the summer – because you're retired or don't get a break from working or even education – we’re here for you!

Join the UFT at the annual AIDS Walk New York on Sunday, May 17! We’re raising funds with @‌GMHC and spreading awareness for those living with HIV/AIDS. Consider this: If every UFT member at your worksite contributes just $1, we can collectively make a significant impact by raising tens of thousands of dollars for HIV/AIDS programs and research. Come walk with Team UFT or donate in support of your fellow members. bit.ly/3OG5Mtc

Register to join your fellow school counselors, UFT representatives and our wonderful guest speakers at the annual School Counselors Conference. This year's theme is "School Counselors: Where Compassion Meets Action." The conference is a great opportunity to network with your colleagues, enjoy breakfast and lunch and take relevant workshops to develop your skills! This year’s workshops will explore a wide array of topics, including neurodiversity, experiential tools, cognitive behavioral therapy and technology. You’ll also have the chance to purchase counseling materials in the exhibit hall and win raffle prizes. Register here: bit.ly/4rHkj6a

Register your students for a college and networking event hosted by UFT Team High School in collaboration with the UFT Office of Parent and Community Engagement. For each college fair, teachers may register students for a one-hour visit. More info/registration link: bit.ly/3MY2iBa

March is Irish-American Heritage Month! The UFT honors the history and contributions of Irish-Americans past and present in the labor and education movements. Stay tuned to learn more about one of these Irish-American leaders later this month. If you’re interested in joining the UFT Irish-American Heritage Committee (or any other committee our members have organized), go to: uft.org/get-involved/union-c…

Join us for the 8th annual HERstory brunch! This year’s theme, “PowHERing Through,” celebrates the resilience and collective strength of women in the labor movement. In honor of Women’s History Month, we’ll recognize the outstanding women who continue to uplift our union community. Enjoy brunch alongside fellow educators, plus relaxing self-care experiences including massages, mindfulness and manicures. Come celebrate the power of women who keep our movement powering forward! Register: uft.org/get-involved/events/…