Meet the Candidates
For the GFT 2020 At Large Election, there are two candidates vying for Treasurer: Lisa Mosher and Mary Jean Vigilante. Below are their statements of candidacy. Lisa Mosher Hafa Adai! My name is Lisa M. Mosher. I have been employed with GDOE for multiple teaching,...
Representing GovGuam Agencies and Alutiiq Bus Drivers
GFT, AFT Local 1581, exclusively represents the Guam Department of Education Teachers and Support Staff, Guam Memorial Hospital Nurses and Staff, University of Guam Support Staff, Guam Community College Support Staff, Guam Waterworks, Guam Fire Department, Department of Public Health and Social Services Eligibility Specialists, Guam Port Authority, Department of Public Works Bus Drivers, Alutiiq Bus Drivers, Guam Police Department, Customs and Quarantine, Guam Behavioral Health and Wellness Center and the Department of Corrections, Port Authority of Guam Police I and II, Port Security Guard (Armed), Psychiatric Nurses, Psychiatric Technicians, and Department of Public Works Sanitation Division.
DOE BOARD MEETING TUESDAY, MARCH 19TH AT J.Q. SAN MIGUEL ELEM. AT 6PM
The next DOE Board Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, March 19th at J.Q. San Miguel Elementary School at 6pm. Teachers, support staff, students, parents and all other stakeholders are encouraged to attend the meeting to be informed of the latest news on...
DO YOU KNOW YOUR WEINGARTEN RIGHTS?
If you are called in to a meeting by your Administrator and you are unsure what the meeting is regarding or you feel it may lead to a disciplinary action against you, then you have the right to a representative. Your may request to re-schedule the meeting until...
SUPPORT PORT MEMBERS’ FUNDRAISER: FRIDAY, MARCH 15TH AT HAGATNA RIVERSIDE 6-9PM
Come out and support our GFT Port Members on Friday, March 15th at the Hagatna Riverside Lounge from 6-9pm! Tickets are $10 and includes a drink. There will be food and prizes. Fundraising efforts will go towards their unit's union activities.
RESOLVING CASES AT THE LOWEST LEVEL POSSIBLE
We have improved the Standard Operating Procedures on how to handle all matters brought forth to the office to ensure members are receiving the service they need. GFT staff will ask specific questions when members call the office so that we can direct the calls...
MEET JUDE: GAIN’S CAT OF THE WEEK
Meet Jude, he is a siamese mix cat with a very tamed and kind personality. He is amazing with people, and loves to be around them. He will always keep you positive company and love you need! See him today at G.A.I.N. and make him feel warm and loved in your home!
MEET CARAH: GAIN’S CAT OF THE WEEK
Meet Carah, she is very playful! Kids will love her! She is very sweet and excited to be around! You can never get tired of her. She will have you happy all the time. See her today at G.A.I.N. and give her wonderful home she could have!
MEET PINA: GAIN’S DOG OF THE WEEK
Meet our munchkin Pina, she is absolutely sweet. Pina is very kind and would not hurt a fly. She brightens your day whenever you are with her! There is no way you can turn her down once you get to know her. See Pina today at G.A.I.N. and I guarantee you she will win...
MEET KIA: GAIN’S DOG OF THE WEEK
Meet our lovely Kia, she is such a sweetheart! She may look big but she is young at heart! She is crazy for belly rubs, people, and love. Nothing would make her happier than to see you playing with her. See Kia today at G.A.I.N. and change her life!
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! ...
BANK OF GUAM & GUAM CANCER CARE IFIT 5K RUN SATURDAY, MARCH 9TH
Support the Bank of Guam and Guam Cancer Care IFIT 5K RUN tomorrow, March 9th at the Bank of Guam Headquarters in Hagatna.