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If there was one message that came out of the June 25 healthcare reform rally on Capitol Hill, it was that healthcare reform cannot wait. The demand from the crowd of nearly 10,000 was for affordable, high-quality healthcare with the choice of a public or private option—now!
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In s series of meetings with newspaper editorial boards, Arlene Ackerman laid out her reform plan:
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Record turnout at PFT Membership Meeting Members express strong support for the union, High-level of frustration with district |
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PFT President Jerry Jordan had his say in the Philadelphia Daily News today on what we can do to keep talented teachers in the city. Click on the headline to see his Op-Ed. |
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Bodine High School for International Affairs' math teacher Brian Malloy is named the Dr. Ruth Wright Hayre Teacher of the Year.
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Gov. Rendell needs our help to pass a state budget that supports education. Call or Email your state Legislators. Tell them: · Philadelphia test scores and graduation rates are rising · The Governor’s proposal will improve education statewide · The Senate budget proposal means program cuts and jobs lost · Cutting education funding undermines our students’ success · Urge Senators and Representatives: PASS GOV. RENDELL’S BUDGET. |
Raising student achievement is a shared responsibility. Providing for children's physical, mental, social and intellectual development is necessary to eliminate the impact that social and economic conditions on learning. |
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Jerry Jordan urges USDA to fund Philadelphia's Universal Feeding program in a letter in today's Philadelphia Inquirer. |
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Randi Weingarten, who was elected AFT president one year ago, announced on June 24 that she will devote herself full time to that role and is stepping down from her position as president of the United Federation of Teachers in New York City, effective July 31.
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Aracdia University received a state grant to help experienced teachers become certified in secondary math or science free of charge. |
Philadelphia Zoo offers PFT members with valid school district ID or union membership card free admission on weekdays, from June 1-August 31, all summer long! |
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Some teachers may be eligible for tuition reimbursement for Praxis and Instructional II certification and for teachers in incentive schools. |
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The School Reform Commission has approved the calendar for the 2009-2010 school year. Click on the headline to see the schedule and read the SRC resolution. |
Central High School chemistry teacher Alan Bronstein received the Freida J. Riley Award at a ceremony in West Virginia, honoring an American teacher who works with a physical disability, teaches in a challenging educational environment or has performed a heroic act bymaking an exceptional, personal or physical sacrifice on behalf of students. |
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Is your teaching certificate in danger? June 30 is the deadline for teachers certified in 2004 to complete their Act 48 recertification requirements. |
PFT advocates for education reforms that are proven to work in the Philadelphia Public Record. |
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National Board Certified Teachers are honored in Harrisburg and Philly. |
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The Philadelphia Council AFL-CIO in January called on Temple University alumni, supporters and organizations to withhold donations to the school until labor agreements with unionized employees have been reached. |
AFT Pennsylvania political director receives a Columbus Forum award named for late PFT staff member Dan Ezzio. |
Teacher Eric Weingarten says teaching is the most challenging and satisfying career on CBS-TV news segment. |
Let the PFT Know About the Good Things Happening @ Work!
Don't let negative news drown out all the good things happening in your school or work location. Let the PFT know about the prizes, honors, awards and innovation by PFT members around the district. Email items for PFT People to bgoodman@pft.org, fax them to PFT People at 215-587-4278 or mail them to PFT People, 1816 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA, 19103. |
