by Toneshia Harris | Feb 13, 2014 | Local News
One of the biggest reasons why members don’t speak out when problems arise in the workplace is their fear of retaliation from management. If members don’t speak out, then they will never see change and the problem will continue. The only way to... by Toneshia Harris | Feb 13, 2014 | Announcements
Teachers, students and parents are encouraged to attend the DOE board meeting on Tuesday, February 18 at Okkodo High School at 6pm. Take this opportunity to voice your concerns at the schools and to be informed of the board’s decisions on various... by Toneshia Harris | Feb 12, 2014 | Local News
The next General Membership Meeting will be on Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at the GFT compound at 6pm. Collective bargaining, issues in various agencies, upcoming events and other union news will be discussed at the meeting. Members are highly encouraged... by Toneshia Harris | Feb 9, 2014 | Local News
Being part of an organization with thousands of other workers who believe in fairness in the workplace and having a voice in their working conditions is something that should be valued and taken pride in. It’s not always easy to speak out for what is right... by Toneshia Harris | Feb 9, 2014 | Local News
There was one important provision in the first teachers’ contract in 1970 which lead to the creation of school aides. The provision stated, “Teachers shall not be required to stand any non-professional chores; e.g.; bus duty, hall duty, parking lot...