Schools and Government Facilities Remain in Disrepair
The Guam school district is facing a critical issue with many of its schools in dire need of repair. The facilities are old, with restrooms that are insufficient and toxic mold found in some classrooms. This not only poses a health hazard to students and staff, but it...
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.
GFT – GWA CBA NEGOTIATIONS BEGIN
The GFT - GWA Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) is open for negotiations between GFT and Management. GWA members who are interested in being part of the GFT negotiation team must contact the office at 735-4390 or email irish@gftunion.com as soon as possible. The...
DODEA BUS DRIVERS CELEBRATE END OF THE SCHOOL YEAR
Members of the ALUTIIQ - DODEA Bus Operations gathered at the Paseo Park on Thursday for their annual end of the school year celebration. DODEA bus drivers and staff of ALUTIIQ are exclusively recognized by GFT. The current collective bargaining agreement includes...
GFT – PORT CBA RATIFICATION ON FRIDAY, JUNE 14
The GFT - Port Collective Bargaining Agreement Ratification meeting is scheduled on Friday, June 14, 2019. Members must be in good standing on or before June 14 to vote and must bring a valid ID. Please see the times and locations below. For more information, you may...
GFT & PORT NEGOTIATION TEAMS SIGN COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT
After a decade of stagnant progress with the GFT - Port Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), both the Port and GFT Chief Negotiators have signed off on the final agreement. The new General Manager and former Senator, Rory Respicio, opened negotiations with the GFT...
TEACHER MENTORSHIP
If you are a GDOE Teacher and were not able to get mentorship as required by the Guam Commission for Educator Certification law, then please let us know so that we can work with GDOE on this. Please contact the GFT Office #735-4390 or email irish@gftunion.com with...
TEACHERS SAY HELLO TO SUMMER
Teachers get through another school year finishing strong for students on their last day. Just a few more days of professional development work days for teachers then they can officially start their summer. Great job to all teachers and support staff for their...
MEDICAL FUNDRAISER FRIDAY, MAY 24
GFT - ALUTIIQ Vice-Chair, Ed Quintanilla, will be having a medical fundraiser on Friday, May 24, 2019 from 6 - 10pm at Club Icon in Tumon. Tickets can be purchased at the door for $10. Please come by and support!
GDOE ‘YES’ SURVEY
GDOE teachers, staff, parents and students are all encouraged to complete the 2019 Year End School ('YES') Survey. The first 'YES' survey was launched in 2017 and was helpful for school administrators. The survey will be anonymous and individual responses will be...
HAPPY NATIONAL HOSPITAL WEEK
Nurses, staff and administrators at the GMHA Skilled Nursing Unit celebrated National Hospital Week at their luncheon. The unit provides patients with long-term rehabilitative care. Take the time to thank all the dedicated nurses, doctors and hospital staff for their...
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING: MONDAY, MAY 13
The next General Membership meeting will be on Monday, May 13, 2019 at 6pm at the UOG – SBPA Building, multipurpose room #129. Members are encouraged to attend for updates on collective bargaining agreements, current issues and concerns, union news, upcoming events...
SUMMER READING
Keep your K-12 students reading all summer long with this best-of reading collection. From book lists to engaging literacy activities for all ages, abilities and background, this curated Share My Lesson collection is one you can use to help students avoid the "summer...
JUDGE LAMORENA TO HEAR LAW ENFORCEMENT RETIREMENT CASE
At the court hearing last Monday, Judge Lamorena agreed and confirmed to take on the Law Enforcement Retirement case. GFT had filed a Writ of Mandate against the Government of Guam Retirement Fund for erroneous calculations of retirement earnings for officers who...