The Maryland/District of Columbia AFL-CIO will launch its electoral “Labor Kick-off and Canvas” events for endorsed candidates April 26, 2014. Events include a rally from 8:30 a.m. until 9:30 a.m., Labor to Labor Walks from 9:45 until 12:1500 p.m., and a luncheon meeting from 12:30 p.m. until 1:30 p.m.
Learn how to register voters for the 2014 primary and general elections.
Wednesday, 4/30/14
3pm to 5pm
Baltimore Teachers Union HQ
5800 Metro Drive, Baltimore, MD 21215
** RSVP to Todd Reynolds by Tuesday, April 29th, by 2pm. 410-764-3030 **
A survey of Pennsylvanians by Terry Madonna's Opinion Research group found that 71 percent of Pennsylvanians believe the state needs to make a bigger investment in public education.
ALBANY, N.Y. April 21, 2014 — New York State United Teachers said today’s announcement that inBloom would shut down its operations demonstrated the power that parents and teachers hold when they work together and fight for what’s best for students.
The 2014 AOLAF Essay Contest will contain thirteen scholarship recipients. Please see the attached document for details!
The Union Council, made up of the elected officers of the union, will be meeting on April 25th from 10 -12 in room 221 Pray Harrold.
The Agenda for this meeting is as follows:
Report from National Higher Ed Conference
Grievance Team Report
Organizing Report
Dave Dobbie AFT Michigan Staff/Statewide issues
Officer Summer Availability/Actions and Strategic Planning Session
Local Races/Endorsing Candidates Discussion
Public Service Recognition Week is May 4 – 10 this year, with May 7 specifically dedicated to State Employees Recognition. We are joining with other locals to offer some opportunities for members to participate in events to honor public service.
Current contract 2013-2015 has a personal day buy-back possibility for members that have not used much of their combined leave. This is a benefit negotitated by your local, take advantage of the option if you can. You must let district know by May 31, if you are buying back your unused time.
According to Article IX Subd 9 of the 2013-15 teacher contract:
