At a General Membership Meeting on campus on November 25, APA members learned about the variety of benefits available to them through our statewide affiliate.  Laura Calhoun of NYSUT Member Benefits gave an overview of the many plans offered and provided literature and contact information.

Other agenda items included updates from President Kay Chester on negotiations, grievances, and member outreach, as well as the debut of our new website.  A basket of fair traded items was raffled, courtesy of member Maryanne Taverne.

View the 40th Anniversary video of the Vermont State Colleges Faculty Federation, AFT here.  Together we can reclaim the promise.

NYSUT has released a notice to answer many questions about the Affordable Care Act.

Click here to view the sheet in it's entirety.

Reclaim the Promise of Public Education

CTA members gather for the second negotiating session with the CIA.

HEP call center hours have been expanded. Click MORE for additional information.

Nov. 21, 2013

 For more information, contact: Mai Syed 505-280-1057

Press Statement by AFT NM President Ly regarding November 20 statewide day of action.

AFT NM President Ly Commends Educators’ Action; Criticizes Administration’s Record of Non-Support

On November 20, tens of thousands of educators across the state of New Mexico sent a unified message that they are ready to take back the time for teaching, joy of learning and professionalism in public education. 

On November 20th, tens of thousands of educators around the state wore black to take back the joy of learning, time for teaching and professionalism in public education. Educators are protesting  Events took place around the state and were covered by local and state media.

http://www.alamogordonews.com/alamogordo-news/ci_24575899/teachers-union-protests-new-educator-evaluations