BUILDING OUR STEWARD NETWORK

One of GFT’s goals this year is to develop a strong Steward network to build a united, organized and involved membership at the worksites.  Keeping our members active and involved will help address problems and prevent these problems from occurring...

CONTINUED WORK SITE VISITS

GFT staff is almost complete with the first round of work site visits at all DOE schools.  Teachers and support staff have expressed many concerns regarding the contract, grievances, class coverage, and job duties. All the issues and concerns brought forth from...

AFT PRESIDENT ARRESTED FOR OUR SCHOOLS

AFT President Randi Weingarten was arrested along with other protestors in Philadelphia for engaging in civil disobedience protesting on the proposed public school closures.  Mayor Nutter and the School Reform Commission want to close 29 public schools! ...