Photos: Sen. Rice introduces Public School Closure Act
LGBT Inclusive Contract Language Workshop
February 21, 2014, Noon – 5 pm (deadline to register is 2/14/2014) Rutgers Cook Campus Center, Multipurpose Room B,…
Experts support both sides of school-schedule debate
By Diane D’Amico, Education Writer […] “The American Federation of Teachers New Jersey is concerned that Gov. Chris Christie…
Christie’s plan for longer school day would be expensive venture, officials say
By Peggy McGlone/The Star-Ledger [..] Both of the state’s teachers unions voiced concerns about the plan. American Federation of…
Collaborative Approach Necessary for Improving New Jersey Schools
EDISON…Statement from AFTNJ President Donna M. Chiera on Governor Chris Christie’s call for extending school days and years. “The…
Chris Christie signs bill granting in-state tuition to N.J. immigrants
By Christopher Baxter/The Star-Ledger TRENTON — Gov. Chris Christie today signed landmark legislation granting thousands of students who grew…
Sagi Recognized for Health and Safety Training Prowess
AFTNJ Higher Education Vice President Joyce S. Sagi received an Educator/Trainer Award from the National Council for Occupational Safety…
White Honored by New Labor
URA-AFT Social Justice chair Karen White was recognized by New Labor Saturday for her work on social justice issues…
Thomas Edison AFT Giving Back
AFT Local 4277 at Thomas Edison State College has instituted a scholarship for graduate students, according to local President…
A year after teacher compensation overhaul, Newark has paid $1.3M in bonuses
By Peggy McGlone/The Star-Ledger A year after Newark overhauled its teacher compensation system – replacing automatic salary increases with…
Reclaiming the Promise: Tuition Equity
URA-AFT hosted a phone bank at the Livingston Student Center, prompting students, faculty and staff to call on Gov….
Video: Reclaiming the Promise of Public Education with NTU
Newark Student Union-led march and rally calling on Newark Public Schools to support community led reform. #reclaimit
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