NYSUT on budget proposal: Students shouldn't bear brunt of economic crisis

The darkening economy requires difficult decisions - but Gov. Paterson's proposed state education budget would ask students to shoulder the burdens of the state's economic crisis, resulting in increased class sizes, cuts in academic services and eroded access to the state's community colleges at a time when it's most needed.

Siena Poll: Voters show strong support for raising income tax on wealthy

NYSUT has long made the case to increase revenue by raising the personal income tax on the wealthy and a new poll by Siena College Research Institute shows voters overwhelmingly agree.

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Lesson plan initiative highlights work of Robert F. Kennedy

"Speak Up, Speak Out: Robert F. Kennedy, Champion of Social Justice" is an initiative to share Kennedy's legacy with a new generation of students. Lesson plans suitable for 4th, 8th and 11th grade classes link his social justice agenda to New York state standards in social studies and English language arts, offering a unique opportunity to blend the ideas, concepts, themes and skills of the standards with Kennedy's social justice history.

School Aid Data: Your district's proposed funding

The State Education Department has made available the latest school district aid projections based on Gov. Paterson's proposed budget for 2009-2010.

NYSUT cheers 93 teachers on attaining National Board Certification

In all, New York now has 880 teachers who, since 1994, have attained what is widely known as the "gold standard" of the teaching profession.

President Iannuzzi: Basking in victory but ready to work

On Election Night, it was the gathering Times Square multitudes that best defined the moment. With VIDEO.

Health & Safety Conference 2009

Attend informative workshops and network with other health and safety activists who share your issues and concerns March 6-7 in Saratoga Springs. Register online!

RA 2009: Speak Up, Speak Out

The 37th Annual Representative Assembly of NYSUT takes place at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center in Buffalo Thursday, April 2 - Saturday, April 4, 2009. Learn more, reserve your housing online and log in to Leader Access for additional resources.

ELT Spring 2009 Course Catalog

Check out the professional development opportunies available through NYSUT's Education and Learning Trust.